What type of healthcare providers will treat my cirrhosis?

What type of healthcare providers will treat my cirrhosis?

Depending on the stage of your cirrhosis, different healthcare providers may be involved in your care. Healthcare professionals likely to be part of your care team include:

• Your primary care provider.
• Gastroenterologist (doctor who specializes in conditions of your digestive tract).
• Hepatologist (doctor who specializes in conditions of your liver).
• Nephrologist (doctor who specializes in conditions of your kidney).
• Dietitian.
• Members of a liver transplant team include: hepatologist, transplant surgeon, anesthesiologist, infectious disease specialist, nephrologist, dietitian, transplant pharmacist, physical and occupational therapist, case manager/social worker and nurses.