Gabriella Boulton, MPA, is the Assistant Director of Transplant Operations and Program Development at NYU Langone Health, where she plays a critical leadership role in one of the nation’s most innovative and high-volume transplant centers. With nearly a decade of experience in the field, Boulton has consistently delivered operational excellence through data-driven strategy, multidisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered design.
She was nominated for The Alliance 40 Under 40 by Dr. Macey Levan, Director of the Center for Surgical and Transplant Applied Research Qualitative Core at NYU Langone Health. Dr. Levan wrote, “Gabriella has transformed administrative processes at NYU Langone, demonstrating strategic vision, operational precision, and a rare ability to elevate team performance in high-stakes environments.”
Boulton began her career as an Associate Transplant Coordinator and has since risen to oversee a $70 million annual operating budget, guide programmatic growth across all organ groups, and lead strategic initiatives that directly impact clinical outcomes. She holds a Master of Public Administration from NYU and is known for integrating academic rigor with practical, scalable solutions in transplant operations.
Among her most impactful achievements are the design and deployment of a transplant communication app used across organ teams to improve real-time coordination, the launch of a mobile phlebotomy program during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her leadership in the continuous development of emerging organ programs. Her cross-functional work has helped streamline procurement processes, expand access to care, and implement next-generation technologies.
Boulton has also contributed to the field through authorship of multiple abstracts and poster presentations recognized at major national transplant forums — underscoring her role as a thought leader as well as an operational strategist.
Gabriella Boulton brings intellect, innovation, and integrity to every aspect of her work. Her leadership continues to advance the frontiers of transplant administration and exemplifies a deep commitment to improving care for patients, providers, and the broader donation and transplantation community.