Waleed Hassanein
About Waleed Hassanein
Founder of TransMedics
Waleed Hassanein founded TransMedics in 1998 with the mission to revolutionize organ transplant therapy for treating end-stage lung, heart, and liver failure. Under his leadership, the company has been at the forefront of pioneering clinical research in the field of living organ preservation for transplantation.
Waleed Hassanein as President and CEO
As the President and CEO of TransMedics, Waleed Hassanein has been instrumental in pushing the boundaries of organ transplantation. His work has led to significant advancements in organ preservation, making substantial impacts in the medical field. Hassanein continues to lead the company while contributing to ongoing research and development.
Waleed Hassanein's Education and Training
Waleed Hassanein earned his M.D. from Georgetown University School of Medicine. He went on to complete two years of general surgery training at Georgetown University Medical Center. Furthering his specialization, he also completed a three-year cardiac surgery research fellowship at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.
Achievements in Medical Research
Waleed Hassanein's pioneering research on ex-vivo heart perfusion for transplantation was recognized by the American Association for Thoracic Surgery in 1998. His innovative work has contributed broadly to the field of organ preservation and transplantation, setting new standards in medical practice.
Awards and Recognitions for Waleed Hassanein
Waleed Hassanein was named one of the top 50 Global Thinkers in Healthcare by Foreign Policy Magazine in 2015. He also received the Tribeca Disruptive Innovators Award in 2018 and was a finalist for the European Patent Office Inventor Award in 2017. These awards highlight his significant contributions and innovations in the field of healthcare.
Public Speaking Engagements
Waleed Hassanein is a frequent guest speaker at national and international meetings. He shares his expertise on the future of organ preservation for transplantation, contributing to the ongoing dialogue and education in this crucial area of medical science.