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Dr. S Sami Karti

Hematologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

32 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. S Sami Karti is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 28 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem University Hospital Atakent.

Association and Memberships Dr. S Sami Karti is part of:

  • The European Blood and Bone Marrow Transplantation
  • Turkish Society of Hematology

Qualifications :

  • 2013 Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine USA, Hematology BD / Professor Doctor
  • 2004 KTU Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine USA, Hematology BD / Faculty Associate Professor Doctor
  • 2000 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Hematology
  • 1998 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Internal Medicine
  • 1992 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Halkal Merkez Mahallesi, Acibadem University Hospital Atakent, Halkal Altnehir stanbul Caddesi, K

Dr. Murat Tuncer

Nephrologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

32 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Murat Tuncer is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Camlica Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University School of Medicine (1992)
  • Akdeniz University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine Residency Program (1998)
  • Akdeniz University School of Medicine, Nephrology Fellowship Program (2001)

Hospital Address :

K?s?kl? Mahallesi, MEDICANA aml?ca Hospital, skdar/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Ali Egemen Avci

Nephrologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

13 Years of experience

 


Dr. Ali Egemen Avci is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 13 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Atasehir Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ali Egemen Avci is part of:

  • Turkish Urology Association
  • Turkish Andrology Association
  • European Urological Association

Qualifications :

  • Specialist Training Doctor of Medical Education

Hospital Address :

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Dr. Vivek Vij

Hepatologist

, Noida, India

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Vivek Vij is a specialized Liver Transplant Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in New Delhi, India. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Memorial Research Institute.

Association and Memberships Dr. Vivek Vij is part of:

  • Delhi Medical Council
  • International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS), Chicago

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - University of Pune, 1998
  • MS - General Surgery - Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, 2001
  • DNB - General Surgery - National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, 2003

Hospital Address :

FMRI, Sector 45, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Hasan Tasci

Nephrologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

40 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Hasan Tasci is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 33 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Hasan Tasci is part of:

  • Turkish Surgical Association
  • Hepatopancreatic Surgery Association
  • Istanbul Chamber of Medicine
  • Turkish Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
  • Association of Breast Surgery
  • Association of Endoscopic Surgery
  • Association of Trauma
  • Istanbul Surgical Association
  • Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
  • The Transplantation Society (TTS)

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine (1976)
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine Department of Anatomy Residency Program (1976-1979)
  • Edirne University School of Medicine, General Surgery Residency Program (1979-1984)

Hospital Address :

Bahelievler Mahallesi, Medicana Bahelievler, Eski Londra Asfalt? Caddesi, Bahelievler/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Ayla Gokmen

Hematologist

, Ankara, Turkey

28 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ayla Gokmen is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Ankara Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ayla Gokmen is part of:

  • Turkish Society of Hematology
  • Turkish Medical Society

Qualifications :

  • Education Hacettepe University School of Medicine (1996)
  • Numune Education and Research Hospital, Ankara Internal Medicine (2001)
  • Numune Education and Research Hospital, Ankara Hematology (2005)

Hospital Address :

S?tz Mahallesi, Medicana International Ankara, S?tz Cad Eski?ehir Yolu zeri, ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

Dr. Chirag A Shah

Hematologist

, Ahmedabad, India

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Chirag A Shah is a specialized Hematologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ahmedabad, India. The doctor has over 23 Years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospital International Limited.

Association and Memberships Dr. Chirag A Shah is part of:

  • Member American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • Member American Society of Hematology
  • Member Indian Society of Medical and Pediatric Oncology

Certifications :

  • Diplomate American Board of Medical Oncology
  • Diplomate American Board of Hematology
  • Diplomate American Board of Internal Medicine

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD Medical Oncology (USA)
  • MD Hematology (USA)
  • MD Internal Medicine (USA)

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospital, Prabhat Chowk, 61, Ghatlodiya, Chanakyapuri, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr Chirag A Shah?

  • Dr Chirag A Shah is a reputed haematologist with over 23 years of experience in treating diseases such as aplastic anaemia, thrombocytopenia, coagulation disorders, and hemato-oncological conditions such as leukaemia, myeloma and lymphoma. He has the unique distinction of performing more than 150 bone marrow transplants successfully.
  • Dr Shah is a member of many renowned international and national organizations such as the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the Indian Society of Medical and Pediatric Oncology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
  • He performed the first successful autologous stem cell transplant for treating acute myeloid leukaemia in Gujarat and is also the first doctor with American Board Certification in both Medical Oncology and Adult Hematology (2002) in the state of Gujarat. Dr Shah started the First Certificate Course for Hematology in Gujarat.
  • He holds a Diploma from the American Board of Hematology, the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Medical Oncology.
  • Some of his published works include:
    1. Randomized clinical trial examining the effects of yoga on quality of life in breast cancer patients
    2. Randomized Controlled Trial of Yoga for Symptom Management During Breast Cancer Treatment.
Dr. Sharat Varma

Hepatologist

, Delhi, India

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Sharat Varma is a specialized Liver Transplant Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sharat Varma is part of:

  • AASLD
  • ESPGHAN
  • EAS

Qualifications :

  • PhD in transplant immunology and genetic liver diseases from Universite Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
  • Fellow and Board certification in transplant hepatology medicine from European board of transplant medicine and surgery, Europe
  • Fellowship in Paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology from Clinique’s universitaires Saint Luc, Belgium, Europe
  • Post-doctoral fellowship in Paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology from Indian Academy of Paediatrics
  • Diplomete National Board in Paediatrics from National Board of Examinations
  • M.B.B.S. from L.L.R.M Medic

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, I.P.Extension, Patparganj, Delhi, India

Dr. Ashwini Goel

Nephrologist

, Delhi, India

41 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Ashwini Goel is a specialized Nephrologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 34 Years of experience and is associated with BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ashwini Goel is part of:

  • Life Member of Indian Society of Nephrology.
  • International Society of Nephrology.
  • European Dialysis and Transplant Association.
  • Delhi Nephrology Society.
  • Indian Haemodialysis Society.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Nagpur University., 1978
  • MD - Medicine - Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh, 1981
  • DM - Nephrology - Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh,, 1983

Hospital Address :

BLK Super Speciality Hospital, Prasad Nagar, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Ramazan Can Kinalp

Nephrologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

32 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ramazan Can Kinalp is a specialized Nephrologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 26 Years of experience and is associated with I.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ramazan Can Kinalp is part of:

  • Turkish Nephrology Association
  • Istanbul Chamber of Medicine

Qualifications :

  • 1992 - Medical Education- GATA Gulhane Military Medical Faculty
  • 1999 - Internal Diseases Specialization - GATA Gülhane Military Medical Faculty (Specialization in Medicine)
  • 2010- Nephrology- GATA Haydarpasa Training and Research Hospital (Upper Specialization)

Hospital Address :

Beyol, .A.

Dr. Davit Cukran

Nephrologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

33 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Davit Cukran is a specialized Nephrologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 21 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Altunizade Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Davit Cukran is part of:

  • American College of Physicians
  • American Society of Nephrology
  • American Society of Transportation
  • National Nidhey Foundation Hazeldon Fellowship Society

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty Nephrology, 1998
  • Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty Internal Diseases, 1995
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, 1991
  • Robert College, 1984

Hospital Address :

Altunizade, Acbadem Hastanesi - Altunizade, Yurtcan Soka,

Dr. Biju K Gopinath

Nephrologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Malayalam , English

 


Dr. Biju K Gopinath is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Medeor 24X7 Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Biju K Gopinath is part of:

  • Member of International Society of Nephrology
  • Indian Society of Nephrology
  • Emirates Association of Nephrology
  • Associate Member of American Society of Nephrology

Qualifications :

  • MBBS (University of Calicut)
  • MD,
  • DM (Nephrology)

Hospital Address :

Medeor 24x7 Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Manu G Krishnan

Nephrologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

14 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi , Malayalam , Tamil , Kannada

 


Dr. Manu G Krishnan is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Aster DM Healthcare.

Association and Memberships Dr. Manu G Krishnan is part of:

  • Life Member of Nephrology Association of Kerala
  • Life Member of Indian Medical Association

Qualifications :

  • DM (Nephrology), Amrita Institute of Medical Science, Amritra Vishwa Vidyapeethan University
  • MD (Internal Medicine), JSS Medical College, Mysore, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, Bangalore
  • MBBS, Government Medical College, Kottayam, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

Hospital Address :

Aster DM Healthcare - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. D V Singh

Nephrologist

, Delhi, India

42 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. D V Singh is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Venkateshwar Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical Education - Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi - 1980
  • M.S General Surgery - University of Pune, Pune , Maharashtra, 1990
  • M.Ch (Urology) - All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, 1998

Hospital Address :

Venkateshwar Hospital, Sector 18, Sector 18A, Dwarka, Delhi, India

Dr. Ray Powles

Hematologist

, London, United Kingdom

60 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Ray Powles is a specialized Hematologist in United Kingdom. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has over 43 Years of experience and is associated with Cancer Centre London.

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • BSc
  • FRCP
  • FRCPath
  • CBE

Hospital Address :

Cancer Centre London, Parkside, London, UK

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About Transplant Surgeon

A transplant surgeon is a doctor specializing in the transplant surgeries and post-operative care of the patients who need to undergo surgical procedures such as kidney, liver, pancreas or heart. Transplant surgeries are either life saving, for instance liver transplantation or life prolonging as in case of kidney transplantation.

Transplant surgeons first do a general surgical evaluation of the patient to assess the risks and evaluate the benefits of the surgery. They then consult the case with other doctors and healthcare specialists from multiple disciplines such as hepatologists, nephrologists, and diabetologists, immunologists and scientists before making the decision about the surgery and the approach to be followed for the surgery. The surgeon not just examines and assess the patient before the examination but even after the transplant procedure is completed and the patient has been discharged.

Procedures Performed

  • Heart transplant
  • Lung transplant
  • Liver transplant
  • Pancreas transplant
  • Cornea transplant
  • Trachea transplant
  • Kidney transplant
  • Skin transplant
  • Vascular tissues transplant
  • Skin graft
  • Blood vessel graft
  • Bone graft
  • Bone marrow graft

Top Transplant Surgeons

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Sumant GuptaSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Vibha VarmaMax Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali, Ghaziabad
Dr. Ozan OzkayaIstinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Bhaskar NandiSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Himmet Bora UsluIstinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Shri Ram KabraSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Nitin SoodMedanta - The Medicity, Gurugram
Dr. Havva EvrengulIstinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital, Istanbul

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Popular Transplant Surgeon in Top Countries are :

Type of Transplant Surgeon available Worldwide?

Top Speciality Doctors Worldwide:

  • Kidney Transplant Surgeon
  • Hematologist
  • Nephrologist
  • Liver Transplant Surgeon
  • Stem Cells Therapy

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List of Top Rated Hospitals where we can find Transplant Surgeon Worldwide are as followed:

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Who are the top Transplant Surgeons in All offering online consultation?

Listed below are some of the top transplant surgeon available for online consultation:

Which are some of the best hospitals Transplant Surgeons are associated with?
Who is a Transplant Surgeon?

A transplant surgeon has special training in transplantation surgery which involves replacing a patient's organ with a donor organ. A transplant surgeon performs transplants of various organs, such as kidneys, livers, hearts, lungs, the pancreas, the intestine, and recently tracheal tissue, faces, and the penis.

A transplant surgeon first does a general surgical evaluation of the patient to assess the possible risks and also evaluate the benefits of transplant surgery. They may consult the case with other doctors from multiple disciplines nephrologists, hepatologists, diabetologists, immunologists, and scientists before making any decision about the surgery and the approach for the surgery. The surgeon not just assesses the patient before the examination but also after the transplant surgery is completed and the patient is discharged.

What are the qualifications of a Transplant Surgeon?

The training and education received by a transplant surgeon are extensive. The education starts with a five-and-a-half-year MBBS course after completion of high school. After gaining this degree, the student then obtains MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school. During this period, the student is trained in basic medical care in both clinical and classroom settings. After completing medical school, the student needs to complete a residency program in general surgery.

Residencies in general surgery typically last five years and consist of a curriculum of clinical rotations in a wide range of surgical disciplines. The physician is trained in the different caveats of surgery including complex general surgical oncology, vascular operations, critical care, trauma management, transplant surgery, hand surgery as well as pediatric surgery. Residents in general surgery also do daily interaction with patients to improve their communication skills.

After completion of the residency program, the doctor must then complete fellowship training in transplant surgery. They are trained as well as educated in all the areas of transplant surgery with a focus on pathology, physiology, immunology, and anatomy specifically related to diagnoses and treatments of the final stages of organ failure and diseases. The surgeon will get specialized training in surgical transplantation of organs, and any related procedures that might be necessary when completing a transplant. Physicians also have exposure to operations like liver and kidney transplants, which are two of the most common in the discipline.

What conditions do Transplant Surgeons treat?

Organ transplantation is used if a patient is suffering from a very critical condition or is facing an organ failure. Such patients are mostly suggested to have a transplant so that their affected organ is replaced with a healthy, functioning organ. Below are some of the common conditions which are treated by an organ transplant surgeon.

  • Congenital renal obstructive disorders
  • Congenital nephrotic syndrome
  • Alport syndrome
  • Nephropathic and juvenile cystinosis
  • Polycystic kidney disease
  • Nail-patella syndrome
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Berger disease
  • Henoch-schönlein purpura
  • Hemolytic uremic syndrome
  • Wegener granulomatosis
  • Goodpasture syndrome
  • Leukemias
  • Severe aplastic anemia
  • Lymphomas
  • Multiple myeloma
  • Immune deficiency disorders
  • Some solid-tumor cancers
  • Severe cystic fibrosis
  • Pulmonary fibrosis
  • Bronchopulmonary dysplasia or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Sarcoidosis, histiocytosis, and lymphangioleiomyomatosis
  • Congenital heart defect
  • Abnormal heart rhythms
  • Ventricular arrhythmias
  • Heart valve disease
  • Coronary artery disease
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Liver cancer, hepatitis C, HIV
What diagnostic tests are required by a Transplant Surgeon?

Regardless of the type of transplant you may undergo, special blood tests and other diagnostic tests are performed to know if you are fit for a transplant. Blood tests are also needed to determine the kind of tissue and blood you have. These test results help to match a donor kidney to your body.

  • Blood Type Testing
  • Human leukocyte antigens (tissue typing)
  • MVO2 (exercise stress test)
  • Chest x-ray
  • Pulmonary function tests
  • Echocardiogram
  • Electrocardiogram
  • Heart catheterization
  • Bilateral lower extremity Doppler, carotid Doppler
  • Ultrasound of the abdomen/pelvis
  • Pulmonary Function Tests
  • Radiographic Studies (X-rays)
  • Computerized Tomography (CT Scan)
  • Ventilation Perfusion Scan (V/Q Scan, Lung Scan)
  • Electrocardiogram
  • Echocardiogram
  • Radionuclide Ventriculography
  • Colonoscopy
  • Chest X-ray, PET scan, heart tests, and a bone marrow biopsy
When should you visit a Transplant Surgeon?

There are a number of reasons why you should visit a transplant surgeon.Transplantation is not a common procedure and might be recommended in case of critical conditions or organ failure.Your primary will refer you see a transplant surgeon if you experience the below-listed symptoms:

  • Heart attack (myocardial infarction)
  • Congenital heart defects
  • Irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias)
  • High blood pressure in the lungs
  • Viral infection of the heart muscle
  • High blood pressure
  • Oximeter (O2) measurements of less than 90% at movement
  • Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) of 60% or less
  • Results of your CT scan
  • Jaundice
  • Enlarged liver
  • Cholestasis
  • Heart valve disease
  • Shortness of breath, fatigue
  • Dizziness, fainting,
  • Arterial blood gas of 60mlhg at rest
  • End-stage renal disease
  • Aplastic anemia
  • Leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma
  • Damaged bone marrow due to chemotherapy
What can you expect from your first visit with a Transplant Surgeon?

A transplant surgeon will evaluate your health condition to know if you are fit for transplant. The doctor will ask you a few questions related to your symptoms to know the severity of the health condition you are suffering from. They will order a few diagnostic tests to do a complete analysis of the consequences of transplant if any. If the transplant surgeon finds that transplant can have a harmful effect on your health, they will recommend alternative treatment options or will tell you to wait for some time so that you become fit for the transplant.

In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Transplant Surgeon?

Some common procedures performed by a transplant surgeon are listed below:

  • Skin transplant
  • Vascular tissues transplant
  • Skin graft
  • Blood vessel graft
  • Bone graft
  • Bone marrow graft
  • Heart transplant
  • Lung transplant
  • Liver transplant
  • Pancreas transplant
  • Cornea transplant
  • Trachea transplant
  • Kidney transplant

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Who is a Transplant Surgeon?

A transplant surgeon has special training in transplantation surgery which involves replacing a patient's organ with a donor organ. A transplant surgeon performs transplants of various organs, such as kidneys, livers, hearts, lungs, the pancreas, the intestine, and recently tracheal tissue, faces, and the penis.

A transplant surgeon first does a general surgical evaluation of the patient to assess the possible risks and also evaluate the benefits of transplant surgery. They may consult the case with other doctors from multiple disciplines nephrologists, hepatologists, diabetologists, immunologists, and scientists before making any decision about the surgery and the approach for the surgery. The surgeon not just assesses the patient before the examination but also after the transplant surgery is completed and the patient is discharged.

What are the qualifications of a Transplant Surgeon?

The training and education received by a transplant surgeon are extensive. The education starts with a five-and-a-half-year MBBS course after completion of high school. After gaining this degree, the student then obtains MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school. During this period, the student is trained in basic medical care in both clinical and classroom settings. After completing medical school, the student needs to complete a residency program in general surgery.

Residencies in general surgery typically last five years and consist of a curriculum of clinical rotations in a wide range of surgical disciplines. The physician is trained in the different caveats of surgery including complex general surgical oncology, vascular operations, critical care, trauma management, transplant surgery, hand surgery as well as pediatric surgery. Residents in general surgery also do daily interaction with patients to improve their communication skills.

After completion of the residency program, the doctor must then complete fellowship training in transplant surgery. They are trained as well as educated in all the areas of transplant surgery with a focus on pathology, physiology, immunology, and anatomy specifically related to diagnoses and treatments of the final stages of organ failure and diseases. The surgeon will get specialized training in surgical transplantation of organs, and any related procedures that might be necessary when completing a transplant. Physicians also have exposure to operations like liver and kidney transplants, which are two of the most common in the discipline.

What conditions do Transplant Surgeons treat?

Organ transplantation is used if a patient is suffering from a very critical condition or is facing an organ failure. Such patients are mostly suggested to have a transplant so that their affected organ is replaced with a healthy, functioning organ. Below are some of the common conditions which are treated by an organ transplant surgeon.

  • Congenital renal obstructive disorders
  • Congenital nephrotic syndrome
  • Alport syndrome
  • Nephropathic and juvenile cystinosis
  • Polycystic kidney disease
  • Nail-patella syndrome
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Berger disease
  • Henoch-schönlein purpura
  • Hemolytic uremic syndrome
  • Wegener granulomatosis
  • Goodpasture syndrome
  • Leukemias
  • Severe aplastic anemia
  • Lymphomas
  • Multiple myeloma
  • Immune deficiency disorders
  • Some solid-tumor cancers
  • Severe cystic fibrosis
  • Pulmonary fibrosis
  • Bronchopulmonary dysplasia or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Sarcoidosis, histiocytosis, and lymphangioleiomyomatosis
  • Congenital heart defect
  • Abnormal heart rhythms
  • Ventricular arrhythmias
  • Heart valve disease
  • Coronary artery disease
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Liver cancer, hepatitis C, HIV
What diagnostic tests are required by a Transplant Surgeon?

Regardless of the type of transplant you may undergo, special blood tests and other diagnostic tests are performed to know if you are fit for a transplant. Blood tests are also needed to determine the kind of tissue and blood you have. These test results help to match a donor kidney to your body.

  • Blood Type Testing
  • Human leukocyte antigens (tissue typing)
  • MVO2 (exercise stress test)
  • Chest x-ray
  • Pulmonary function tests
  • Echocardiogram
  • Electrocardiogram
  • Heart catheterization
  • Bilateral lower extremity Doppler, carotid Doppler
  • Ultrasound of the abdomen/pelvis
  • Pulmonary Function Tests
  • Radiographic Studies (X-rays)
  • Computerized Tomography (CT Scan)
  • Ventilation Perfusion Scan (V/Q Scan, Lung Scan)
  • Electrocardiogram
  • Echocardiogram
  • Radionuclide Ventriculography
  • Colonoscopy
  • Chest X-ray, PET scan, heart tests, and a bone marrow biopsy
When should you visit a Transplant Surgeon?

There are a number of reasons why you should visit a transplant surgeon.Transplantation is not a common procedure and might be recommended in case of critical conditions or organ failure.Your primary will refer you see a transplant surgeon if you experience the below-listed symptoms:

  • Heart attack (myocardial infarction)
  • Congenital heart defects
  • Irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias)
  • High blood pressure in the lungs
  • Viral infection of the heart muscle
  • High blood pressure
  • Oximeter (O2) measurements of less than 90% at movement
  • Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) of 60% or less
  • Results of your CT scan
  • Jaundice
  • Enlarged liver
  • Cholestasis
  • Heart valve disease
  • Shortness of breath, fatigue
  • Dizziness, fainting,
  • Arterial blood gas of 60mlhg at rest
  • End-stage renal disease
  • Aplastic anemia
  • Leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma
  • Damaged bone marrow due to chemotherapy
What can you expect from your first visit with a Transplant Surgeon?

A transplant surgeon will evaluate your health condition to know if you are fit for transplant. The doctor will ask you a few questions related to your symptoms to know the severity of the health condition you are suffering from. They will order a few diagnostic tests to do a complete analysis of the consequences of transplant if any. If the transplant surgeon finds that transplant can have a harmful effect on your health, they will recommend alternative treatment options or will tell you to wait for some time so that you become fit for the transplant.

In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Transplant Surgeon?

Some common procedures performed by a transplant surgeon are listed below:

  • Skin transplant
  • Vascular tissues transplant
  • Skin graft
  • Blood vessel graft
  • Bone graft
  • Bone marrow graft
  • Heart transplant
  • Lung transplant
  • Liver transplant
  • Pancreas transplant
  • Cornea transplant
  • Trachea transplant
  • Kidney transplant