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Cary Caldwell is an Associate Professor of Medicine specializing in Digestive Diseases at Yale School of Medicine. He serves as a transplant hepatologist at Yale New Haven Transplant Center with over 20 years of clinical experience treating patients with complex liver conditions requiring transplantation. His practice encompasses general gastroenterology and specialized care for conditions including chronic viral hepatitis, cholestasis, autoimmune liver disease, ulcer disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and colon polyps.
Dr. Caldwell's educational background includes:
- BS from Bates College (1980)
- MD from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (1989)
- Internal Medicine Residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital (1992)
- Fellowship in Gastroenterology and Liver Disease at University of Michigan Medical Center (1996)
His research focuses on liver transplantation outcomes, viral hepatitis management, viral-related lymphoma, and hepatic myelopathy. Dr. Caldwell has made significant contributions to understanding hepatitis-related complications in transplant patients, hepatocellular carcinoma incidence in hepatitis B patients, and treatment protocols for various post-transplant complications including fibrosing cholestatic hepatitis and hyperammonemia. His work bridges clinical practice and research to improve outcomes for patients with end-stage liver disease.
Analysis of Dr. Caldwell's publications reveals a strong focus on clinical hepatology and transplantation medicine spanning over two decades. His research consistently addresses critical challenges in managing liver disease complications, particularly in transplant recipients. Key themes include viral hepatitis management in immunosuppressed patients, cancer risk assessment in chronic liver disease, and neurological complications of liver failure. His work demonstrates a commitment to translating research findings into improved clinical protocols for liver transplant candidates and recipients.
Dr. Caldwell has received notable recognition for his teaching and clinical excellence:
- Vincent Deluca Award for Outstanding Teacher of Gastroenterology Fellows (2001)
- John Vecchio Teaching Award of Medical Residents (1993)
As a dedicated clinician-educator, Dr. Caldwell mentors trainees in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology while maintaining an active clinical practice. He serves on professional committees including the Connecticut chapter of the American Liver Foundation and Donate Life organization. His board certifications in both Gastroenterology (recertified 2015) and Transplant Hepatology (recertified 2018) reflect his dual expertise in digestive diseases and transplant medicine.