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Lung Transplant

Vanderbilt Health is one of the oldest lung transplant programs in the country – and the only one in Tennessee, giving new hope and longer life to patients suffering from end-stage lung disease. Our specialists offer innovative treatment options not available at other medical centers, allowing us to serve more patients while providing shorter wait times and excellent outcomes.

Meet Your Care Team

In addition to our skilled surgeons, pulmonologists and advanced practice providers, your care team includes nurse coordinators and support staff to help you through the entire process.

Matthew Bacchetta

Matthew BacchettaMD, MBA, MA

    Cardiac Surgery, Lung Transplant, Lung Transplantation, Lung/Thoracic Cancer, Pulmonary Endarterectomy for Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension, Surgery for Diseases of the Lung, Surgery for Diseases of the Rib Cage and Diaphragm
Caitlin T. Demarest

Caitlin T. DemarestMD, PhD

    Lung Transplantation, Robotic Surgery, Surgery for Diseases of the Esophagus, Surgery for Diseases of the Lung, Surgery for Diseases of the Rib Cage and Diaphragm, Thoracic Surgery
Eric L. Grogan

Eric L. GroganMD, MPH

    Lung Conditions, Lung Transplant, Lung Transplantation, Lung/Thoracic Cancer, Surgery for Diseases of the Lung, Surgery for Diseases of the Rib Cage and Diaphragm, Surgery for Lung Cancer and Esophageal Cancer
Eric S. Lambright
4.9

Eric S. LambrightMD

    Lung Conditions, Lung Transplant, Lung Transplantation, Lung/Thoracic Cancer, Surgery for Diseases of the Lung, Surgery for Diseases of the Rib Cage and Diaphragm, Surgery for Lung Cancer and Esophageal Cancer
David B. Erasmus
4.9

David B. ErasmusMD

    Lung Transplant, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Katie A. McPherson
4.9

Katie A. McPhersonMD

    Allergy / Pulmonary and Critical Care, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Stephanie G. Norfolk
4.8

Stephanie G. NorfolkMD

    Lung Transplant, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Ivan M. Robbins
4.7

Ivan M. RobbinsMD

    Allergy / Pulmonary and Critical Care, Critical Care Medicine, Lung Transplant, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Ciara M. Shaver

Ciara M. ShaverMD, PhD

    Allergy / Pulmonary and Critical Care, Critical Care Medicine, General Pulmonary Medicine, Internal Medicine, Lung Transplant, Pulmonary, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Anil J. Trindade
4.8

Anil J. TrindadeMD

    Lung Transplant, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Dawn H. Eck

Dawn H. EckAPRN

    Cardiac Surgery, Cardiac Transplantation, Lung Transplant, Transplant

Why Choose Lung Transplant at Vanderbilt

  • medical chart, clipboard, cross, Knowledge and experience
    Knowledge and experience

    Vanderbilt Health is one of the busiest lung transplant programs in the country, with quality measures consistently exceeding national quality benchmarks. Our specialists are experienced in caring for all aspects of advanced lung disease and lung transplantation, providing our patients with the best possible care and outcomes.

  • conference, Team approach, people, staff, partners
    Team approach

    Our thoracic surgeons, transplant pulmonologists, nurse practitioners and coordinators work together to provide compassionate, personalized care. We work with infectious disease specialists, transplant psychiatrists, pharmacists and more to meet your physical and emotional needs. Our team also works with heart specialists to provide lifesaving lung-heart transplants.

  • laboratory, test tubes, Advanced treatment
    Advanced treatments

    In addition to lung transplants, we offer other specialized therapies and treatments for advanced lung disease, including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), lung volume reduction surgery for COPD patients who are not ready for lung transplants, and pulmonary endarterectomy for patients with chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension. ECMO can help some patients recover from certain kinds of severe lung damage and perhaps avoid a lung transplant. We also use ECMO to care for extremely ill patients waiting for a transplant.

  • timing, timer, clock, fast, speedy, rapid, Convenient care
    Short wait times

    Time is critical for people in need of a lung transplant. Our wait times for patients on the active transplant list are consistently shorter than national averages.

  • medication, pills, tablets, pharmacy services
    Coordinated pharmacy services

    Our transplant pharmacists offer the highest level of care and expertise for transplant patients. Each transplant pharmacist works directly with doctors and staff to monitor patients' care plans.

  • conversations, dialog, word bubbles, Support
    Support services

    Our transplant center provides many support services, including social workers, transplant pharmacists and a dedicated nurse coordinator. They will guide you through the transplant process. We also offer a unique return-to-work program to help you resume employment and restore your emotional and financial well-being.

  • lightning bolt, Innovation, advanced
    Innovation

    Our researchers are dedicated to developing new and more effective approaches to care. We not only apply the latest research, but also pioneer some of the latest innovations. You may have access to treatments before they are widely available.

Tests, Treatments and Services

We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:

Locations

1301 Medical Center Drive, B817
Nashville, TN 37232
901 Riverfront Parkway, Suite 208
Chattanooga, TN 37402
11440 Parkside Drive, Suite 205
Knoxville, TN 37924