Dr. Matthew Ellis

Biography

Matthew Jay Ellis is a Professor of Medicine at Duke University, specializing in nephrology and kidney transplantation. His distinguished career includes significant roles such as Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery and Medicine. Dr. Ellis completed his medical degree and training at Duke University, where he also served as a resident and a fellow in nephrology. He has been awarded several grants aimed at enhancing kidney transplantation outcomes and addressing health disparities in kidney transplants. His research interests focus on long-term outcomes in kidney transplantation, patient-centered health systems change, and eliminating disparities in living kidney transplants. With a strong commitment to education, he actively contributes to the academic environment at Duke, mentoring future generations in the medical field. Dr. Ellis is known not only for his clinical expertise but also for his dedication to improving health outcomes for patients with kidney disease through innovative research and clinical practice.

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