Liver Specialists near Los Angeles, CA

Compare liver specialists near Los Angeles, CA on LiverDirectory: the conditions each one treats, the insurance they accept, the languages they speak, and how far their nearest office is from you. Open a profile to learn more or to request an appointment.

This page also helps you understand your options before booking, with support from the Aimy AI assistant for common liver health questions and a FAQ section covering frequently asked concerns. If you’re unsure about your symptoms, the information here can help guide you toward the right type of liver specialist and next steps for care.

Dr. Tarek I. Hassanein, MD 2080 Century Park East, Suite 710, Los Angeles, CA 90067-2010

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Dr. Tarek I. Hassanein, MD

Board Certified Internal Medicine, Transplant Hepatologist, Gastroenterologist

2080 Century Park East, Suite 710, Los Angeles, CA 90067-2010 · 2.7 mi

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Practicing Since 1983
Board Certified
Telehealth Available

Treats:Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD)Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH)Hepatitis B see more (+12 others)

Affiliated with Southern California Liver Centers

Insurance: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) + more

Languages spoken: English, Spanish, Arabic

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Answers to Common Questions About Liver Specialists near Los Angeles, CA

What treatments do hepatologists provide?

Hepatologists manage the full range of liver care — from interpreting liver function tests and imaging to prescribing antiviral therapy for hepatitis, managing cirrhosis and its complications, coordinating fatty liver disease treatment, and evaluating patients for liver transplant.

Can liver disease be treated or reversed?

Many liver conditions can be managed and some can be reversed, especially when caught early. Fatty liver disease often improves with lifestyle changes, hepatitis C is now curable, and hepatitis B can be controlled with medication. Early diagnosis makes the biggest difference.

What diseases are treated by a hepatologist?

Hepatologists treat fatty liver disease (MASLD/MASH), viral hepatitis B and C, cirrhosis, autoimmune hepatitis, hemochromatosis, elevated liver enzymes, alcohol-related liver disease, liver cancer, and patients before and after liver transplant.

Do all liver problems need specialist care?

Not always. Mild or transient abnormalities are often monitored by a primary care provider. A hepatologist is recommended when results stay abnormal, when there are risk factors or symptoms, or when a specific liver condition needs specialized diagnosis and management.

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