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## What Is a Hepatologist?



**Definition:**



A hepatologist is a medical doctor specialized in ⁣the​ diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases related ‌to the⁤ liver, gallbladder, ⁢bile ducts,‍ and pancreas. They‌ possess⁢ expertise in gastroenterology and liver transplantation.



## What Does a Hepatologist Do?



Hepatologists perform ‌a wide range of ‍duties, including:



-⁢ **Diagnosis and Treatment:** Identifying and treating liver diseases such as cirrhosis, hepatitis, fatty ​liver disease, and liver ⁣cancer.

– **Non-Invasive Procedures:** Performing ultrasound, CT scans, MRI, and liver biopsies to evaluate liver health.

– **Invasive Procedures:** Conducts endoscopic interventions, liver biopsies, and transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) procedures.

– **Consultation:** Provides⁤ expert advice to‍ other healthcare professionals on liver-related issues.

– **Liver Transplantation:** Assessing patients​ for liver transplant, coordinating surgery, and managing post-transplant ⁤care.



## Qualifications and Training



To become⁣ a hepatologist, ‌a doctor must complete the following steps:



– **Medical School:**‍ Obtain an MD or DO degree.

– **Residency:** ⁣Complete⁣ a 3-year residency in‌ Internal Medicine or Pediatrics.

– **Gastroenterology Fellowship:** Undergo a 3-year fellowship in Gastroenterology.

– **Hepatology Subspecialty Fellowship:** Complete ⁤a 1-2 year subspecialty fellowship in Hepatology.

– **Board Certification:** Pass the American Board of Internal Medicine subspecialty examination in Hepatology.



## Subspecialties of Hepatology



Within hepatology, there are further subspecialties that focus on specific areas:



– **Interventional Hepatology:** Emphasizes minimally invasive​ procedures to‍ diagnose and treat liver diseases.

– **Transplant Hepatology:** Specializes in liver transplantation and post-transplant management.

– **Pediatric⁣ Hepatology:** ⁢Cares for ⁤children with liver diseases.



## When to ‍Consult a Hepatologist



Individuals who experience symptoms of liver disease, such as:



– Jaundice‍ (yellowing of the skin or eyes)

– Abdominal pain and swelling

– ‍Fatigue

– Nausea and vomiting

– Dark urine

– Clay-colored stools



should consult a hepatologist for ‌evaluation ‍and management. Regular‌ check-ups‌ are also recommended for those with risk factors for liver disease, including:



– Alcoholism

– ⁣Hepatitis B or C infection

– Obesity

– Autoimmune diseases (e.g.,⁤ autoimmune ⁤hepatitis)