Dr. Arielle Giunta Cimeno, MD

There are no words strong enough to fully capture what Dr. Cimeno has done for our family, but I will try. From the moment our son Oliver came into her care, we knew we were in the hands of someone extraordinary. Not just because of her skill….which is beyond exceptional! But because of the way she carries that skill with such calm, confidence, and compassion. A pediatric transplant is something no parent is ever prepared for. It is overwhelming, terrifying, and filled with unknowns. Dr. Cimeno never once made us feel lost in that process. She took the time to explain, to guide, and to truly see Oliver—not just as a patient, but as a little boy with a full life ahead of him. Because of her, our son is here. Because of her, he is healing, growing stronger, and getting back to being a kid again. What stands out just as much as her medical expertise is her presence. She leads with both precision and heart. She gave us confidence when we had none, and hope when we needed it most. We… are endlessly grateful—not just for the outcome, but for the way she carried us through one of the hardest times of our lives. If you are a parent facing something similar, know this: you could not ask for a more capable or compassionate surgeon. Dr. Cimeno is truly one of a kind.