Dr. Qasim Chaudhry, MB BChir (Cantab), MBA, FACS
Precision in Surgery. Compassion in Care.
Precision in Surgery. Compassion in Care.
Dr. Qasim Chaudhry, MB BChir (Cantab), MBA, FACS
"I was drawn to this specialty because of the direct difference I can make for patients suffering from organ failure or lethal malignancies. Seeing a patient regain their independence after a devastating illness is the most gratifying part of my work." — Dr. Qasim Chaudhry
About Dr. Chaudhry
Dr. Qasim Chaudhry is a highly specialized surgeon with an international academic pedigree and a career dedicated to the most complex disciplines of modern medicine. With advanced expertise in General Surgery, Hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) Surgery, Robotic Surgery, and Multiorgan Transplantation, he offers patients a level of surgical precision that bridges traditional excellence with cutting-edge technology.
Dr. Chaudhry focuses on altering the trajectory of gravely ill patients through advanced surgical intervention:
HPB Surgery: Expert care for complex diseases of the liver, pancreas, and biliary system.
Robotic Surgery: Utilizing the Da Vinci platform to provide minimally invasive options with faster recovery times.
Transplantation: Specialized in multiorgan recovery and transplantation for both adults and children.
Oncology: A multidisciplinary approach to treating lethal malignancies with surgical precision.
Medical Education: Read Medicine at Trinity College, University of Cambridge, England.
Surgical Training: Completed General Surgery residency at SUNY Buffalo and Fellowship training at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
Executive Leadership: Holds an MBA in Healthcare Management from the University of Iowa, allowing him to lead healthcare systems with clinical and operational excellence.
Innovation: Frequent collaborator with TransMedics, Inc. and the Iowa and Nebraska Donor Network to advance organ donation and preservation technology.
With a career-long commitment to education, Dr. Chaudhry has been instrumental in the training of over 60 transplant and general surgeons. He finds deep professional gratification in teaching complex procedures—including robotic and vascular surgery—and passing on the specialized knowledge he gained from his own mentors at institutions like the University of Cambridge and UNMC.
Originally from Kashmir, Pakistan, Dr. Chaudhry remains dedicated to improving healthcare access in his home region. During his annual trips, he volunteers his time at government and charity hospitals to:
Perform free surgical procedures for patients in underserved communities.
Teach and mentor medical students at local facilities to help navigate the unique healthcare challenges in that part of the world.