What is the name of a doctor who specializes in livers?

Hepatologist. This is a doctor who diagnoses and treats diseases associated with the gallbladder, pancreas and liver. They treat acute or chronic liver disease, ranging from fatty liver disease to cirrhosis to liver cancer. Both a hepatologist and a gastroenterologist can help diagnose and treat liver disease.

Why would my doctor send me to a liver specialist?

When patients become symptomatic from chronic liver disease with the development of jaundice, ascites, encephalopathy, muscle wasting, gastrointestinal bleeding or coagulopathy, they need to be referred to a liver transplant center regardless of their age or etiology of liver disease.

What does a hepatologist look for?

Hepatologists are medical doctors who diagnose, treat, and manage problems associated with your liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, and pancreas. Liver problems are a growing issue around the world, with conditions like cirrhosis, fatty liver disease, and hepatitis affecting the lives of millions of people each year.

What is a good tonic for the liver?

Milk thistle, also known as silymarin, is the most common herbal supplement for liver problems in the U.S. Milk thistle extract contains approximately 50% silibinin , which is the active ingredient in silymarin. Silibinin acts as an antioxidant, neutralizing free radicles that contribute to inflammation.

What is the Calgary Liver Unit?

The Calgary Liver Unit represents a unique set of capabilities which include proven successes in the areas of research, education and clinical patient care. The Liver Unit is comprised of 8 Hepatologists who are committed to excellence in patient care and to the translation of research to the clinical arena.

Why choose we for GI and liver health?

We are dedicated to helping patients achieve health and wellness by providing outstanding clinical care, as well as striving to achieve excellence in research and education. We hope you find this website helpful as you navigate GI and liver health in Calgary and the surrounding areas.

What are the current clinical trials at the University of Calgary?

Current clinical trials at the University of Calgary include those involving patients with Hepatitis B and C, Hepatoma, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Autoimmune Liver Diseases.