
Abhinav Humar, MD
Liver Transplant Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
- Older Adult
Languages
- English
- Hindi
In-Network Plans
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MaleAbout Abhinav Humar
Abhinav Humar, MD, is the clinical director of the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute and chief of UPMC Transplant Services. He received his medical degree from the University of Ottawa where he also completed his general surgical residency. He completed his surgical fellowship in transplantation at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Humar is a member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and the International Liver Transplantation Society with more than 600 abstracts accepted at national and international transplant meetings and has co-authored more than 200 manuscripts, 30 book chapters and two books.
Dr. Humar’s clinical interests include living donor and split liver transplants and studies of hepatic regeneration.
View Dr. Humar’s full list of publications from PubMed.
This provider is affiliated with UPMC.

Provider Type
Physician
Locations
- Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services
- 3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
- phone: 412-647-5800
Expertise
Education
University of Minnesota School of Medicine
FellowshipUniversity of Western Ontario
FellowshipUniversity of Ottawa
FellowshipUniversity of Ottawa
ResidencyUniversity of Ottawa
FellowshipUniversity of Ottawa
Medical EducationBoard Certifications
Surgery
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of CanadaInsurance
- UPMC for Life
- UPMC for You
- UPMC Health Plan
- Aetna
- Aetna CHIP
- Amerihealth Caritas
- Caresource
- Cigna
- Fidelis Medicare
- Gateway
- Highmark
- Humana
- Independent Health
- Medical Mutual of OH
- Medicare
- Non-PA Medical Assistance
- PA Health And Wellness
- PA Medical Assitance
- Palmetto
- The Health Plan
- Tricare
- Unison
- United Healthcare
- Veterans Choice
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
142 ratings, 35 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2025
Dr. Humar is very respectful of my questions or concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
Dr. Humar and the transplant team are always kind, caring, and knowledgeable. They answer all questions. I feel safe and valued by the team!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
Amazing work by all!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
Good thurogh discussion
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
Dr. Humar saved my life through a liver transplant. As far as I am concerned, He is the absolute best doctor in the world!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2024
Good job.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
As they were running very behind, I felt the appt was rushed. I understood the need to get in & out efficiently but it felt very hurried
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2024
Dr Humar is the absolute BEST!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
Dr Humar and his assistant were great at answering questions and Aileen was wonderful and helpful as always. Such a great team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
I am constantly singing the praises of my healthcare team members. Anyone who knows me has heard my ratings of the liver transplant caregivers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2024
Excellent assistance from the care provider and entire staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2024
I always refer this clinic toy online pre and post transplant support group. Starzl is amazing. The whole team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2024
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Everyone of the care team have been wonderful every step of the way
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Everyone was great and very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Exceptional, UPMC will need to staff up to support the implosion of Hershey's Liver Transplant Program!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Drs Humar and Elliott are literally LIFE SAVERS! They are wonderful surgeons, take the time to answer questions and concerns. I never feel rushed talking with them, like many other Doctor's offices.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2024
I've recently recommended your facility and staff to several people.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2024
I'm in great hands and can't ask for better!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2023
All good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2023
I left feeling I'm getting the best care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2023
Dr. Humar is one of the most amazing people I've met. Not only is he a phenomenal surgeon but I also feel like he cares so much about all of his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2023
Dr Humar was very informative and gave me options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2023
Dr Humar and his staff are terrific
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2023
I have had a wonderful experience at Starzl.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2023
Dr Humar and his NP Nicole are excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2023
Wonderful caring Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2023
Absolutely love my checkups. The nurses and Doctor always listen and explain things so I can understand everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2023
ALWAYS helpful and patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2023
Dr. Humar is second to none
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2023
Dr. Humar and Dr. Hughes excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2023
I tell everyone that if they have liver issues it is worth the drive to UPMC
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2023
Dr Humar and the nursing staff are second to none.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2023
Dr Humar and his staff are wonderful. Beyond amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2023
There is no one better than Dr. Humar and his team is fabulous, as well.