UPMC Kidney Transplant Program Welcomes Nephrologists Mohit Madken, MD, and Massiel Cruz-Peralta, MD
October 9, 2024
The UPMC Kidney Transplant Program is proud to announce the addition of transplant nephrologists Mohit Madken, MD, and Massiel Cruz-Peralta, MD, to our team. Both Dr. Madken and Dr. Cruz-Peralta have extensive clinical and research experience relating to nephrology. Their combined expertise will contribute to the continuation of UPMC’s legacy of life-saving kidney transplant care at UPMC Montefiore in Pittsburgh, Pa.
Mohit Madken, MD
Dr. Madken completed his medical degree and residency at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal in India. Following his residency, Dr. Madken completed a transplant fellowship at The Ottawa Hospital in Ottawa, Canada and a nephrology fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Mass.
His research interests include the role of genetic testing in patients with chronic kidney disease and delayed graft function post renal transplant. Dr. Madken is trained in managing a wide spectrum of patients in nephrology ranging from renal transplant, acute kidney injury, glomerular disorders, chronic kidney disease, and patients on hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. He is actively involved in initiatives to improve efficiency of donor evaluation in the transplant program.
Massiel Cruz-Peralta, MD
Dr. Cruz-Peralta received her medical degree with honors from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic. She then completed a residency in internal medicine at St. Vincent Charity Community Health Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Following her residency, Dr. Cruz-Peralta completed a nephrology fellowship at UPMC.
Dr. Cruz-Peralta is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of multiple professional societies, including the American College of Physicians, the National Kidney Foundation, and the American Society of Nephrology. Her research interests include HIV related renal disease, standard versus accelerated initiation of renal-replacement therapy in acute kidney injury, and evaluation and management of chronic kidney disease in the primary care setting.
In addition to her clinical and research experience, Dr. Cruz-Peralta is passionate about humanitarian work. During her time in the Dominican Republic, she served as a medical volunteer at free health clinics. Dr. Cruz-Peralta is currently an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh.
Comprehensive Kidney Care at UPMC
The addition of Dr. Madken and Dr. Cruz-Peralta enhances the comprehensive, life-saving care the UPMC Kidney Transplant Program offers to patients with advanced kidney disease.
Our skilled team of transplant nephrologists and surgeons take on some of the most complex cases and provide transplant options to all patients who will benefit. UPMC is home to one of the oldest and largest transplant programs in the country. We take pride in keeping the lines of communication open with patients, families, and referring physicians regarding status procedures, treatments, and follow-up care. Although transplant is a complex, serious procedure, we maintain a personal, patient-focused approach that takes into consideration the stress and concerns many individuals experience. For more information, or to refer a patient, email UPMCKidneyReferrals@upmc.edu.
