Welcome to the Hepatology Department at University Hospitals Dorset
Welcome to the Hepatology Department at University Hospitals Dorset
Specialist care for liver health
At University Hospitals Dorset (UHD), our Hepatology Department team includes doctors, nurses, and other health professionals who support your care in Liver disease.
Liver disease often needs a multi-agency approach. Whether you are receiving inpatient care, attending outpatient clinics, or being supported at home, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
A framework for excellence
We are proud to use the Improving Quality in Liver Services (IQILS) framework. This ensures that care is safe, effective, and improving. Your health and well-being is at the heart of what we do.
Our services
Hepatology Conditions We Monitor
Our expert team provides full-spectrum care for:
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Our expert team provides care for:
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hepatitis B, C, D, E (HBV, HCV, HDV, HEV)
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cirrhosis
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metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)
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alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD)
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liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma surveillance, HCC surveillance)
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primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)
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primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC)
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autoimmune hepatitis (AIH)
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liver transplant
Our hepatologists (liver doctors), specialist nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, and outreach professionals work together to provide excellent care.
Patients who come to hospital because of liver disease are seen by a specialist doctor within 24 hours.
We aim to care for most of our liver patients on our gastroenterology wards.
All our consultants are experienced at managing new liver presentations. Our liver nurses aim to attend ward handovers and ward rounds and see liver cirrhosis patients on the wards.
We run a decompensated liver cirrhosis MDT with liver specialists and other health professionals every two weeks to discuss inpatients and recently discharged patients.
With 2 weeks of leaving hospital, our liver nursing team will aim to make contact and within 6 weeks an invitation to attend a specialist clinic is sent.
Meet the Team
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Trust Values
Our Commitment to You
At UHD, our values guide every aspect of the care we deliver. Here’s what you can expect when you're under our care:
We treat every patient with empathy, dignity, and respect.
What this means for you: We listen carefully and support you with kindness throughout your treatment journey.
We strive to work collaboratively across departments to provide cohesive, well-rounded care.
What this means for you: Our goal is to improve communication between specialists, GPs, and community services to support a more connected healthcare experience.
We value open conversations to understand your concerns and needs.
What this means for you: Your voice matters, and your feedback helps us improve.
We believe in transparency and clear communication.
What this means for you: You’ll always have the information needed to make informed decisions about your care.
We continually evolve our services based on the latest evidence and patient feedback.
What this means for you: You receive care that reflects best practices and current medical advancements.
We welcome and respect individuals from all backgrounds.
What this means for you: Our services are designed to be accessible and equitable for everyone.
