Daniel C. Brennan

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About

Dr. Daniel C. Brennan is a leading authority in transplant nephrology, whose research has fundamentally advanced our understanding of living kidney donation outcomes. His work focuses on perioperative complications and novel risk factors affecting donor safety, particularly through large-scale national analyses. In his landmark 2015 study, "Perioperative Complications After Living Kidney Donation: A National Study," which has garnered 151 citations, Dr. Brennan provided critical, population-level insights into the risks donors face, shaping clinical guidelines and informed consent practices. He further broke new ground by investigating the impact of predonation prescription opioid use, demonstrating in a 2016 study (31 citations) that this is a significant, previously unrecognized risk factor for hospital readmission after nephrectomy. By integrating data from the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients with pharmacy claims and hospital records, Dr. Brennan’s work has pioneered a more nuanced, data-driven approach to donor evaluation. His contributions have directly improved risk stratification and long-term outcomes for living kidney donors, cementing his reputation as a transformative figure in transplant safety research.