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Indiana University

Address:

550 N University Blvd, Suite 1295

Indianapolis, IN 46202


Phone Number: 800.382.4602


Website found here. 


Main Transplant Surgeons:

Jonathan A. Fridell, MD

Burcin Ekser, MD, PhD

Chandrashekhar A. Kubal, MD, PhD

Richard S. Mangus, MD


Transplant Coordinators: Not listed.


Transplant Social Worker: Not listed.


Pediatric or Adult Program or Both? Both.


Type(s) of Transplants Performed at the Center (Isolated, Modified, and/or Full Multivisceral): All types


Transplant Center OPTN Region: Region 10.


Most Common Reasons Transplant Center Performs the Transplants:

  • Intestinal atresia

  • Mid-gut volvulus

  • Gastroschisis

  • Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC)

  • Hirschsprung’s disease

  • Neuroendocrine and Desmoid tumors

  • Mesenteric venous thrombosis

  • Short/small bowel syndrome

  • Trauma

  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)/Crohn’s disease

  • Pseudo-obstruction

  • Complications of gastric bypass

How long has the center been performing intestinal transplants? Since 2003

Total:  273  Adult: 212  Pediatric:  61


Does the Center Have a Concurrent Gut Rehabilitation Program? Yes, surgical intervention, use of parenteral nutrition, and other forms of medical management.


Transplant House or Special Housing for Transplant Patients?


Ronald McDonald House

  • Website 

  • Have to do a background check

  • Must  be referred

  • Address: 435 Limestone Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202

  • Phone: 317-269-2247

Are there hotels with special rates for transplant patients in the area? None publicly listed. Inquire with the transplant center.


Popular Things to Do in the Area (e.g. museums, parks, shopping): Visit this website about the city of Indianapolis.

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