Dr. William G. Weisskopf: World-Renowned Pediatric Surgeon for Biliary Atresia

Dr. William G. Weisskopf is a pediatric surgeon at the University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, recognized globally for his expertise in biliary atresia (BA).

Key Achievements

• Volume: >1,000 Kasai portoenterostomies performed—among the highest worldwide.
• Outcomes: Native liver survival >90% at 10 years (national avg ~50–60%).
• Leadership: Director, Pediatric Liver Transplantation & Hepatobiliary Surgery; Professor of Surgery & Pediatrics, UMich Medical School.
• Research: NIH-funded studies on BA pathogenesis, biomarkers, immunomodulation, microbiome.
• Education: Trains fellows, residents, medical students; lectures internationally.
• Professional honors: APSA, ACS, IPEG leadership; numerous awards.

Why He Stands Out

• Technical mastery of the Kasai procedure and liver transplantation in infants.
• Multidisciplinary program (hepatology, nutrition, genetics, social work).
• Compassionate, family-centered communication.
• Commitment to advancing the field through innovation and mentorship.

Families with BA seek his program for its unparalleled experience and outcomes.