In this video, leaders from the WashU Medicine and Barnes-Jewish  liver transplant program discuss how innovation and collaboration are advancing the field of liver transplantation. William Chapman, MD surgical director of the transplant program, shares insight into emerging work in xenotransplantation and other research aimed at addressing the global organ shortage.

 

Adeel Khan, MD highlights the program’s leadership in robotic liver transplantation—including performing the first robotic liver transplant—and the team’s commitment to training the next generation of transplant surgeons.

 

Majella Doyle, MD discusses evolving approaches to complex liver cancers, including hepatocellular carcinoma and colorectal liver metastases, and how multidisciplinary care is expanding treatment possibilities for patients. Together, these leaders are helping shape the future of liver transplantation through innovation, research, and education.