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Dr. O'Connor investigates the immunological aspects of heart transplantation in children, specifically the impact of anti-HLA antibodies. The presence of these antibodies can complicate or even prevent a transplant from happening; therefore, reducing or eliminating them before transplant is important for a patient to receive a heart that is compatible with his or her immune system.
Education and Training
BS, College of William and Mary, 2000
MD, University of Virginia, 2004
Fellowship, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (Pediatric Cardiology), 2010
Advanced Fellowship, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (Non-Invasive Cardiac Imaging), 2011
Titles and Academic Titles
Attending Physician
Medical Director, Heart Failure and Transplant Program
Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics
Professional Memberships
International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation, 2012-
American Heart Association, 2012-
Advanced Cardiac Therapies Improving Outcomes Network, 2017-