David C. Woodland, M.D.

  • Assistant Professor of Surgery, Division of Abdominal Organ Transplantation, School of Medicine

Biography

I am a transplant surgeon specializing in kidney, pancreas, and islet transplantation. My goal is to provide the best possible care for my patients while also working to improve transplant outcomes through research.

I’m passionate about helping my patients through every step of their transplant journey, and I’m here to support you with the latest advancements in transplant medicine.

I completed my general surgery training at Columbia University Medical Center in New York, where I developed my surgical skills. After that, I pursued specialized training in transplant surgery at Northwestern University in Chicago, focusing on advanced techniques in organ transplantation, preservation, and post-surgical care.

In 2019, I joined the transplant surgery team at OHSU, where I now serve as an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Abdominal Organ Transplantation. In addition to performing surgeries, I’m dedicated to research that helps improve transplant success and long-term patient health. I work closely with a team of experts to enhance transplant procedures, expand organ availability, and ensure patients receive the best possible care before, during, and after surgery.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • B.A., 2004, University of Texas, Austin
    • M.D., 2009, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
  • Residency

    • General Surgery, New York Presbyterian, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY, 2016
  • Fellowship

    • Transplant Surgery, Northwestern University, McGaw Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, 2018

Areas of interest

  • Liver, Kidney, Pancreas, and Islet Transplantation
  • Islet Replication and Regeneration
  • Liver Regeneration
  • Cellular Therapies and Transplant Tolerance
  • Xenotransplant

Honors and awards

  • Doctor Allen O. Whipple Memorial Prize, Outstanding Performance in Surgery, Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, 2009
  • Young Investigator Award, World Transplant Congress, 2014

Publications

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Publications