Dr. Anthony D’Alessandro has dedicated nearly four decades to transplant surgery, education, and advocacy, profoundly impacting Wisconsin's medical community. His tenure includes transformative roles such as Director of the UW Health Adult and Pediatric Liver Transplant Programs and Medical Director for UW Organ and Tissue Donation.
He has been instrumental in shaping national policies on organ donation, which have directly benefited the people of Wisconsin by improving organ donation systems and processes. His commitment to the field is exemplified by his receipt of the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations' Lifetime Achievement Award, a testament to his far-reaching influence.
Dr. D’Alessandro's work has saved lives and heightened the quality of life for transplant recipients and their families. His legacy includes the cultivation of a robust organ donation culture in Wisconsin, which ensures ongoing support for those in need of life-saving transplants.
