Jack W. Harbell, M.D.

Jack W. Harbell, M.D., is a transplant surgeon at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. He specializes in liver, kidney and pancreas transplantation and provides surgical care for patients with complex organ failure and transplant-related conditions. His practice focuses on helping patients navigate every stage of the transplant process, from evaluation through transplantation and long-term recovery.

Dr. Harbell is a member of Mayo Clinic’s Liver Transplant Program, Kidney Transplant Program and Pancreas Transplant Program. He performs liver transplant, kidney transplant and pancreas transplant procedures and collaborates closely with multidisciplinary transplant teams to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Dr. Harbell has particular clinical interests in liver transplantation, kidney transplantation, pancreas transplantation, hepatocellular carcinoma and pancreas cancer. He works with specialists across surgery, hepatology, oncology and transplant medicine to develop individualized treatment plans that support the best possible outcomes for patients.

Dr. Harbell completed general surgery residency training at UCSF Medical Center and affiliated hospitals, followed by fellowship training in abdominal transplant surgery at UCSF Medical Center. He is board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and has been recognized for excellence in training and academic achievement throughout his surgical career.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Harbell contributes to research, education and quality improvement initiatives in transplantation. His work supports ongoing advances in transplant surgery, organ utilization and patient outcomes. He is an Associate Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and remains committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to patients and families facing complex transplant decisions.