Your transplant team has many members, including your

• surgeon-the doctor who places the kidney in your body.
• nephrologist-a doctor who specializes in kidney health. The nephrologist may work in partnership with a nurse practitioner or a physician’s assistant.
• transplant coordinator-a specially trained nurse who will be your point of contact, arrange your appointments, and educate you before and after the transplant.
• social worker-a person who is trained to help people solve problems in their daily lives, such as finding employment, affordable housing, or daycare.
• dietitian-a person who is an expert in food and nutrition. Dietitians teach people about the foods they should eat and how to plan healthy meals.