Pediatric Transplant
Monroe Carell is a leading provider of pediatric organ transplantation in the United States, giving our smallest patients hope for a healthier tomorrow. We perform heart, liver and kidney transplants, and dual organ transplants such as liver/heart and liver/kidney. Our specialists offer innovative treatment options that allow us to serve more patients, including high-risk patients who may not be candidates for transplant at other medical centers. As part of the Vanderbilt Transplant Center, we provide world-class expertise, access to clinical trials for some patients, and a seamless transition as your child reaches adulthood.
Meet Your Care Team
Micaela C. ArseneauDNP
- Mechanical Support (VAD) and ECMO, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Heart, Pediatric Heart Transplant
David W. BearlMD
- Cardio-Oncology, Cardiovascular Medicine, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Mechanical Circulatory Support, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease, Pediatric Heart
David P. BichellMD
- Adult Congenital Heart and Valve Disease, Cardiac Surgery, Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Pediatric Heart Transplant, Pediatric Surgery
Garrett N. CoyanMD
- Cardiovascular Medicine, Complex Single Ventricle Conditions, Congenital Neonatal, Infant and Pediatric Heart Conditions, Heart Valve Diseases, Mechanical Support (VAD) and ECMO, Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Pediatric Heart
Catherine R. HayesAPRN
- Mechanical Support (VAD) and ECMO, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Heart, Pediatric Heart Transplant
Bernard J. DubrayJr, MD
- Dialysis Access, Kidney and Pancreas Transplant, Laparoscopic Kidney Donor Surgery, Pancreas Transplantation, Pediatric Kidney Transplant, Pediatric Surgery, Renal Transplantation
Rachel C. ForbesMD
- Dialysis Access, Kidney and Pancreas Transplant, Laparoscopic and Robotic Donor Surgery, Pancreas Transplantation, Pediatric Kidney Transplant, Pediatric Surgery, Renal Transplantation
Laura A. HickmanMD
- Dialysis Access, Kidney and Pancreas Transplant, Laparoscopic and Robotic Donor Surgery, Pancreas Transplantation, Pediatric Surgery, Renal Transplantation, Renal/Kidney Transplantation
Kathy L. JabsMD
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Congenital Anomalies of the Kidneys and Urinary Tract, Glomerulonephritis, Kidney Transplantation, Kidney and Pancreas Transplant, Pediatric Kidney Transplant, Pediatric Nephrology and Hypertension
David ShafferMD
- Dialysis Access, Kidney and Pancreas Transplant, Pancreas Transplantation, Pediatric Kidney Transplant, Pediatric Surgery, Renal Transplantation, Renal/Kidney Transplantation
Joseph F. MaglioccaMD
- End Stage Liver Disease, Hepatobiliary Cancer Surgery, Liver Transplant, Liver Transplantation, Pediatric Kidney Transplant, Pediatric Liver Transplant, Pediatric Surgery
Martin I. MontenovoMD
- Hepatobiliary and Liver Surgery, Liver Transplantation, Pediatric Surgery, Transplant Surgery
Anita K. PaiMD
- Benign and Malignant Diseases of the Liver, Gallbladder, and Bile Ducts, General Gastroenterology, Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Interventional Endoscopy, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
Michael D. RizzariMD
- Benign and Malignant Diseases of the Liver, Gallbladder, and Bile Ducts, Bile Duct Cancer, Cancer, Hepatobiliary Cancer Surgery, Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant
Eric D. AustinMD
- Asthma, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine, Pulmonary Hypertension, Rare and Common Pediatric Pulmonary Diseases
Eric S. LambrightMD
- Lung Conditions, Lung Transplant, Lung Transplantation, Lung/Thoracic Cancer, Pediatric Lung Transplant, Surgery for Diseases of the Lung, Surgery for Diseases of the Rib Cage and Diaphragm
Paul E. MooreMD
- Aerodigestive Diseases, Asthma, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Cystic Fibrosis, Pediatric Pulmonary Diseases, Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine
Rachel C. ForbesMD
- Dialysis Access, Kidney and Pancreas Transplant, Laparoscopic and Robotic Donor Surgery, Pancreas Transplantation, Pediatric Kidney Transplant, Pediatric Surgery, Renal Transplantation
Kathy L. JabsMD
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Congenital Anomalies of the Kidneys and Urinary Tract, Glomerulonephritis, Kidney Transplantation, Kidney and Pancreas Transplant, Pediatric Kidney Transplant, Pediatric Nephrology and Hypertension
Joseph F. MaglioccaMD
- End Stage Liver Disease, Hepatobiliary Cancer Surgery, Liver Transplant, Liver Transplantation, Pediatric Kidney Transplant, Pediatric Liver Transplant, Pediatric Surgery
David ShafferMD
- Dialysis Access, Kidney and Pancreas Transplant, Pancreas Transplantation, Pediatric Kidney Transplant, Pediatric Surgery, Renal Transplantation, Renal/Kidney Transplantation
Why Choose the Pediatric Transplant Program at Monroe Carell
- Knowledge and experience
The Vanderbilt Transplant Center is one of the largest and most experienced in the Southeast. Our specialists completed 49 pediatric transplants in fiscal year 2024. And in a world-record-breaking year for heart transplants, we performed 10 procedures at Monroe Carell out of 174 at Vanderbilt. We have the expertise and advanced training to perform even the most complex transplant procedures with excellent outcomes. Our support staff is transplant certified where applicable.
- Recognized excellence
All our programs related to transplant - pediatric cardiology, hepatology, and nephrology - are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as among the best in the nation.
- Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Some children require critical and intensive care after surgery. Our 42-bed PICU provides highly specialized care for critically ill children. Monroe Carell is a major referral center for pediatric subspecialties including trauma, organ transplantation and burns. Our doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists and other team members care for children of all ages needing special medical attention. We also provide case managers, child life specialists and other support staff to help during your visit.
- Living donor programs
We offer living donor programs for liver and kidney. An organ from a living donor gives patients a better chance of a longer, healthier life.