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Dr. Adrian Whelan is a nephrologist who specializes in caring for patients during kidney transplantation. He evaluates patients prior to their surgery, cares for them in the hospital before and after the transplant, and provides follow-up care to support healthy integration of the new organ. Dedicated to helping train the next generation of transplant nephrologists, he directs UCSF's fellowship program in kidney transplantation.

Whelan's research focuses on identifying factors that prevent patients from accessing kidney transplants, with the goal of removing barriers for those who need care.

Whelan earned his medical degree at University College Cork, part of the National University of Ireland, and completed a residency in internal medicine and specialist training in nephrology at the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland. At UCSF, he completed two fellowships, one in general nephrology and one in transplant nephrology. He also earned a master of advanced studies degree in clinical research from UCSF.

  • Education

    National University of Ireland, 2009

  • Languages

    English

Receiving a kidney transplant is a life-changing event. It is incredibly rewarding to see patients' lives improve as they go through the process.

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    My reviews

    4.8

    Overall Experience
    207 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 19, 2025
    Happy with my decision to come here.
    Mar 16, 2025
    Dr Whelan is a good listener, patient, and communicates well. Great patient care.
    Mar 14, 2025
    Good
    Mar 13, 2025
    No, everything is very good just thank you to the doctor and the whole team at UCSF for the care for me THANK YOU
    Mar 12, 2025
    Good conversation, clarify expectations on kidney transplant
    Mar 04, 2025
    Very knowledgeable, clear instructions & information.
    Feb 15, 2025
    I would definitely recommend UCSF
    Jan 21, 2025
    My meeting with Dr. Adrian was very cordial and very informative
    Nov 19, 2024
    Provider was very patient and courteous with me and my anxiety. Provider was outstanding!
    Nov 06, 2024
    Follow up on care - EXCELLENT
    Oct 25, 2024
    Always making sure he answered my questions. Very kind& knowledgeable
    Sep 26, 2024
    Dr. Whelan took the needed time, listened, asked and answered appropriate questions, and let me know of any options for care.
    Sep 19, 2024
    Good
    Sep 18, 2024
    Well, thank you for all your Attentions and for Respoder to all my questions
    Sep 14, 2024
    Over all, It was very nice experience.
    Jun 25, 2024
    Excellent attention to my health... Thanks a lot
    Jun 05, 2024
    Very good. Doctor. Excellent
    May 11, 2024
    Good
    Apr 05, 2024
    Good
    Apr 02, 2024
    Good
    Mar 19, 2024
    Dr. Whelan is awesome. He answers all questions and if I need a recommendation he's all on it!
    Mar 14, 2024
    Dr Whelan is a great doctor on the transplant team.
    Mar 08, 2024
    All was very good, Thank you.

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