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Matthew Cooper, MD

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Location

  • Transplant Center - Center for Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital
  • 8900 W. Doyne Ave.
  • Milwaukee, WI 53226

Specialties

  • Transplant Surgery

Transplant Center-Froedtert Hospital

As a transplant surgeon, I believe that exceptional patient care begins with understanding that every patient is far more than a diagnosis. Each individual brings a unique story, set of values, and personal goals that deserve to guide every aspect of their care.. My philosophy is rooted in patient-centered care, where clinical excellence is matched by compassion, transparency, and partnership. I am committed to delivering evidence-based, technically excellent surgical care while recognizing that optimal outcomes depend on a multidisciplinary approach. Transplantation is one of the most complex and life-changing experiences. I strive to ensure patients and their families feel informed, respected, and empowered throughout every stage of their journey—from initial evaluation and shared decision-making to surgery, recovery, and lifelong follow-up. Open communication, honesty, and empathy are essential to building the trust that underpins successful transplant care.

Overview

Diseases and Conditions

  • Diabetes
  • End Stage Kidney Disease

Treatments and Services

  • Kidney Transplantation
  • Pancreas Transplantation
  • Pediatric Kidney Transplantation
  • Living Kidney Donation and Transplant
  • Immunosuppressive Management

Patients Ages Seen

  • Adult

Languages

  • English

Board Certifications

  • Surgery

Clinic Locations

Transplant Center - Center for Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital
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Biography

Matthew Cooper, MD is the Chief of Transplantation and Director of Solid Organ Transplant.

Dr. Cooper seeks new opportunities for living donation through innovation and by removing the disincentives for those considering donation while promoting the safety and long-term care of live organ donors. His clinical interests included kidney and pancreas transplantation in both children and adults; particularly the use of marginal organs and has chaired several national taskforces which have led to many innovative projects to potentially bring more patients an opportunity to receive the Gift of Life. Dr. Cooper is involved in several ongoing clinical research projects primarily with an interest in immunosuppression minimization and immune tolerance and treatment of delayed graft function in kidney allografts following ischemic reperfusion injury. He has authored over 260 peer-reviewed manuscripts, 300 abstracts and 12 book chapters. He is regularly invited to speak on a variety of transplant-related topics both nationally and internationally.

Dr. Cooper is involved in organ transplantation activities both nationally and internationally. He is the UNOS/OPTN Past President. He is a member of the Board of Directors for several national organizations.

Education and Training

Doctor of Medicine - Georgetown University School of Medicine - Washington, DC (1994)
Resident, Surgery, General Surgery - Medical College of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI (1994-2000)
Research, Surgery, General Surgery - Medical College of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI (1996-1997)
Fellow, Surgery - Johns Hopkins University - Baltimore, MD (2000-2002)

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