Dieter Adelmann

Dieter Adelmann, MD, PhD, is an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), specializing in transplant anesthesia and critical care. He is affiliated with UCSF's Mission Bay, Mount Zion, and Parnassus campuses, contributing to the Transplant Anesthesia Research Group. His research focuses on perioperative care in liver and kidney transplantation, coagulation management, and outcomes optimization. Key areas of interest include early extubation protocols, hemodynamic monitoring, and DEI initiatives in healthcare.

Dr. Adelmann has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles, advancing understanding of transplant-related complications, fluid management systems, and anticoagulant efficacy. He has contributed to multicenter databases enhancing collaborative research in transplantation. His work bridges clinical practice and innovation, emphasizing measurable proficiency standards in transplant anesthesia training.

Notable studies include investigations into vasopressin's role in kidney injury, donor liver extraction timing, and the impact of Belmont fluid systems on hypotension. He advocates for evidence-based practices in perioperative care and has addressed disparities in transplant professional equity through global surveys.