Bridging Hepatology and Transplant: Key Insights for Nontransplant Clinicians on Indications, Evaluation, and Donor Strategies

Nov 09 2025
Convention Center: Room 146C, Level 1
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

World Class Speakers

Robert Chapman, PA-C
Presenter

Robert Chapman, PA-C

Atrium Health
K. Tuesday T Werner, DNP-NP-C, AF-AASLD
Presenter

K. Tuesday T Werner, DNP-NP-C, AF-AASLD

MAYO CLINIC
MI
Presenter

Mischa Irwin, RN, MSN, CCTC
Samantha Kimbrough, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C
Presenter

Samantha Kimbrough, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C

UT Southwestern Medical Center
Hazel Domingo, MS
Moderator

Hazel Domingo, MS

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Robin Soto, MSN, FNP-BC
Moderator

Robin Soto, MSN, FNP-BC

University of California, San Diego

Description

This comprehensive session provides an in-depth review of critical topics surrounding liver transplantation. Presenters guide attendees through the latest updates on liver transplant indications, the evaluation process, allocation systems, and different donor types including living, deceased, and expanded criteria donors. Through case studies and expert-led discussions, participants gain a robust understanding of how to navigate the complexities of liver transplant care and improve patient outcomes.

Journey Maps

Presentations

2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Nov 09 2025
Washington, D.C.

Knowing When to Refer: Indications for Liver Transplant Referral and Model for End-Stage Liver Disease 3.0 Essentials

Robert Chapman, PA-C, Presenter
Hepatology Associates
2:20 PM - 2:40 PM
Nov 09 2025
Washington, D.C.

Five Pillars of Liver Transplant Evaluation

K. Tuesday T Werner, DNP-NP-C, AF-AASLD, Presenter
Hepatology Associates
2:40 PM - 3:00 PM
Nov 09 2025
Washington, D.C.

Cracking the Code: Understanding Allocation and Model for End-Stage Liver Disease Exceptions in Liver Transplant

Mischa Irwin, RN, MSN, CCTC, Presenter
Hepatology Associates
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
Nov 09 2025
Washington, D.C.

Donor Dynamics: Strategies for Optimizing Liver Transplant Outcomes

Samantha Kimbrough, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C, Presenter
Hepatology Associates
3:20 PM - 3:30 PM
Nov 09 2025
Washington, D.C.

Q&A

Hazel Domingo, MS, Panelist
Hepatology Associates

Objectives

  • Review the most current indications for liver transplantation and key steps involved in transplant evaluation.
  • Describe the liver transplant allocation system, including model for end-stage liver disease (MELD) scoring and prioritization strategies.
  • List the different types of liver donors (living donors, deceased donors, and expanded criteria donors) and how the donor type may impact transplant outcomes.
Chair

Dawn Drazek, MSN, CRNP, AGPCNP-BC, AF-AASLD

Carolinas Medical Center