Kaitlin Kays, PA-C, is a physician assistant specializing in transplant surgery, with advanced clinical experience in kidney, pancreas, and liver transplantation. She provides comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care for transplant patients, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes and long-term organ function.
Clinical Expertise
Kaitlin’s clinical areas of focus include:
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Kidney transplant surgery and postoperative management
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Pancreas transplant
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Liver transplant evaluation and surgical assistance
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Immunosuppressive therapy coordination and patient education
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Acute and chronic organ rejection management
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Long-term follow-up and transplant survivorship care
Education and Training
Kaitlin earned her Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology and Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas. Her background in cellular biology complements her expertise in complex transplant physiology and patient care.
Professional Roles and Memberships
Kaitlin serves as Co-Lead Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) for the Division of Transplant Surgery, helping guide program development and clinician education. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) and the American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS). She is also currently pursuing the ASTS Advanced Transplant Provider Certificate of Educational Achievement to further enhance her expertise in transplant medicine.
Personal Interests
Outside of her clinical work, Kaitlin enjoys spending time with her husband and son, hiking, baking, and playing tennis.