Dr. Benjamin Hippen
About Dr. Benjamin Hippen
Dr. Benjamin Hippen is the Head of Transplant Medicine, specializing in nephrology and renal transplantation, with a strong focus on expanding global access to transplant medicine.
Dr. Benjamin Hippen Head of Transplant Medicine
Dr. Benjamin Hippen is the Head of Transplant Medicine, leading the company's efforts to expand access to and understanding of transplant medicine globally. His role involves significant responsibilities in enhancing the field of transplant medicine and ensuring more patients have access to necessary care. Dr. Hippen's extensive experience in both general and transplant nephrology positions him as a key figure in the development and dissemination of knowledge within the realm of transplant medicine.
Education and Medical Training of Dr. Benjamin Hippen
Dr. Benjamin Hippen holds a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Rice University and earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine. He further specialized in nephrology and renal transplantation through a fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. This comprehensive educational background has provided Dr. Hippen with a robust foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of renal care and transplantation.
Dr. Benjamin Hippen's Role at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Dr. Benjamin Hippen is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. In this academic role, he contributes to the training and development of future medical professionals in the field of nephrology. His involvement in academic medicine allows him to share his extensive knowledge and experience with students and peers alike.
Dr. Benjamin Hippen's Experience with Metrolina Nephrology Associates
Prior to his current roles, Dr. Benjamin Hippen was a full-time general and transplant nephrologist and a physician partner at Metrolina Nephrology Associates in Charlotte, North Carolina. Here, he served as the medical director of both a large in-center dialysis facility and a home therapies unit. His leadership and clinical experience in this private practice included managing a team of 38 nephrologists and overseeing patient care in various nephrology settings.
Dr. Benjamin Hippen’s Research and Publications
Dr. Benjamin Hippen has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed manuscripts focusing on ethics and public policy issues in nephrology and transplantation. His publications reflect his deep engagement with the ethical considerations and policy frameworks that underpin practices in renal care and transplantation. This body of work has contributed to discussions at both national and international levels, influencing the field's approach to various complex issues.