The Fellowship in Hepatology provides advanced clinical and scientific training in the diagnosis, management, and prevention of liver diseases. The programme covers hepatocellular physiology, acute and chronic liver conditions, hepatobiliary disorders, advanced diagnostic methods, and modern therapeutic interventions. Fellows develop the competence required to manage complex hepatic cases within specialist units and multidisciplinary teams across UK and international healthcare settings.

Course Objectives

• To build an in-depth understanding of liver physiology, metabolism, and disease mechanisms.
• To diagnose and manage common and complex liver diseases, including hepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver failure.
• To interpret hepatology-specific investigations such as LFTs, imaging, elastography, liver biopsy, and serology.
• To recognise complications of chronic liver disease and provide appropriate interventions.
• To understand current therapeutic strategies, including antiviral therapy, immunotherapy, and transplant pathways.
• To collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary hepatology, gastroenterology, and transplant teams.

Career Opportunities

• Hepatology Practitioner / Hepatology Specialist
• Gastroenterology & Liver Unit Clinician
• Clinical Research Associate in Hepatic Medicine
• Liver Transplant Coordination Support
• Hepatobiliary Diagnostic Specialist
• Public Health and Viral Hepatitis Programme Officer

Further Training

• MSc in Hepatology, Gastroenterology, or Clinical Medicine
• Specialist training in Gastroenterology with a hepatology focus
• Advanced Fellowship in Liver Transplant Medicine
• Research training in hepatocellular carcinoma, fatty liver disease, and viral hepatitis
• Courses in endoscopy, ultrasonography, and advanced liver imaging

Course duration: 1 year

Note: However, if required, the course duration may be increased to meet additional learning needs.