Hepatologist Role in Transplant Process

When a patient requires a liver transplant, a hepatologist is the physician who not only assesses disease severity, but also coordinates the involvement of various transplant team specialists. Sean Kelly, MD, a transplant hepatologist himself at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, draws the analogy of a quarterback calling the plays during a process which could take weeks or may have to happen in a matter of days. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, visit https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/digestive-diseases or call (614) 335-9000.