Before Surgery

The Transplant Team

Dietician

Following doctor's orders, a registered clinical dietitian will create a special diet plan that will help a patient stay healthy and avoid excessive weight gain after surgery. The patient should follow the diet plan prepared for specifically for him. Proper nutrition can speed recovery and help a patient to stay healthy.



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University of Southern California USC Liver Transplant Program and Center for Liver Disease
1510 San Pablo Street, Suite 200, Los Angeles CA 90033-4612
Phone: (323) 442-5908     Fax: (323) 442-5721
E-mail: uscliver@surgery.hsc.usc.edu