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5 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
The John Sealy Distinguished Chair in Transplantation Surgery is held by Dr. Luca Cicalese, Professor in the Department of Surgery, Director of the Texas Transplant Center and Director of Hepatobiliary Service.Dr. Cicalese and his team started UTMBs liver transplant program a few days before IKE and have a 100% survival rate in the first year. They have organized a new hepatobiliary center using various techniques, including laparoscopy, for liver resections. In addition, the Texas Transplant Center is one of only two centers in the US in a phase two trial for a new medication for liver cancer.
Quick Facts
- 36 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Universita Degli Studi Di Roma La Sapienza Facolta Di Farmacia E Medicina
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Luca Cicalese has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Luca Cicalese, MD | Dr. Khoi Du | Dr. Edward Ray Teitel, MD | Dr. Joel Chacko, MD |
| Transplant Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| 36 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Galveston , TX | Webster , TX | League City , TX | Galveston , TX |
| Med School: Universita Degli Studi Di Roma La Sapienza Facolta Di Farmacia E Medicina | Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med | Med School: Paul L Foster School Of Medicine Texas Tech University Health Sciences Ctr |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Luca Cicalese has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Luca Cicalese has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
Dr. Luca Cicalese holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universita Degli Studi Di Roma La Sapienza Facolta Di Farmacia E Medicina in 1990.
NPI Number
Dr. Cicalese's NPI number is 1245221472.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Luca Cicalese speak?
- Dr. Luca Cicalese speaks English and Spanish.
- Where is Dr. Luca Cicalese's office located?
- Dr. Luca Cicalese's office is located at 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77555.
- Is Dr. Luca Cicalese accepting new patients?
- Dr. Luca Cicalese has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Luca Cicalese affiliated with?
- Dr. Luca Cicalese is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch and MCALLEN MEDICAL CENTER.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Luca Cicalese?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Luca Cicalese here on Vitals.
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