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C. Chime Karkhang, DNP, ACNPC-AG, ACNP (BC), APRN

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Transplant Surgery

Biography

C. Chime Karkhang, DNP, specializes in transplant surgery and focuses on the care of patients following liver and kidney transplants. As a transplant surgery nurse practitioner, she provides comprehensive care to ensure successful recovery and improved health outcomes for her patients. Dr. Karkhang employs a variety of strategies to manage recovery from transplants, coordinating closely with surgical teams and patients to optimize post-operative care. Her approach is centered on patient well-being, addressing both the medical and emotional needs of individuals undergoing complex transplant procedures.

As an associate professor at Yale School of Medicine, Dr. Karkhang is engaged in research to enhance patient care in transplant surgery. Her work aims to improve health outcomes and contribute to the body of knowledge in treating post-transplant patients effectively.

Dr. Karkhang received her medical degree from Yale University.

Titles

  • Nurse Practitioner, Surgery (Transplant)

Education & Training

  • DNP
    Yale University (2023)
  • MSN
    University of Cincinnati, Adult-Gero Acute Care
  • BSN
    Loma Linda University, Nursing
  • BA
    University of California, Riverside, Ethnic Studies (2005)

Additional Information

Biography

C. Chime Karkhang, DNP, specializes in transplant surgery and focuses on the care of patients following liver and kidney transplants. As a transplant surgery nurse practitioner, she provides comprehensive care to ensure successful recovery and improved health outcomes for her patients. Dr. Karkhang employs a variety of strategies to manage recovery from transplants, coordinating closely with surgical teams and patients to optimize post-operative care. Her approach is centered on patient well-being, addressing both the medical and emotional needs of individuals undergoing complex transplant procedures.

As an associate professor at Yale School of Medicine, Dr. Karkhang is engaged in research to enhance patient care in transplant surgery. Her work aims to improve health outcomes and contribute to the body of knowledge in treating post-transplant patients effectively.

Dr. Karkhang received her medical degree from Yale University.

Titles

  • Nurse Practitioner, Surgery (Transplant)

Education & Training

  • DNP
    Yale University (2023)
  • MSN
    University of Cincinnati, Adult-Gero Acute Care
  • BSN
    Loma Linda University, Nursing
  • BA
    University of California, Riverside, Ethnic Studies (2005)

Additional Information