Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center Hepatology Clinic
500 W. Thomas Road Suite 480 Phoenix, AZ 85013
Call (602) 858-1715
Your Partner in Liver Health.
At Norton Thoracic Institute, our hepatology team of experts specializes in preventing, diagnosing and treating liver disorders.
At Norton Thoracic Institute, our hepatology team of experts specializes in preventing, diagnosing and treating liver disorders. Under the same direction as our nation-leading lung transplant program, our hepatology program has been designed by our thoracic experts to address the unique needs of each patient, offering a comprehensive, personalized approach to diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management.
Our team of board-certified hepatologists brings extensive experience and expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of liver diseases, from viral hepatitis to autoimmune disorders and liver cancer.
As one of the busiest lung transplant programs in the world, Norton Thoracic Institute inspires unparalleled confidence among patients, families and providers with industry-leading volumes, a faster waitlist and higher survival rates. This same team leads our efforts in hepatology, fostering a culture of excellence that is driving our hepatology program on the same trajectory as our leading lung transplant program. It’s no wonder that the most difficult and complex cases continue to seek us out.
We utilize the latest diagnostic tools and technologies to accurately assess your liver health, including advanced imaging, blood tests, and liver biopsies.
The liver is located under the rib cage on the right side of the abdomen. It helps us to digest food and regulate blood flow. While it is common for liver disease to be inherited, liver problems can also be caused by adverse reactions to viruses, alcohol and obesity.
Viral Hepatitis
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis D
Hepatitis E
Alcoholic Liver Disease
Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Alcoholic Hepatitis
Cirrhosis
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Autoimmune Liver Diseases
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC)
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
Genetic Liver Diseases
Wilson's Disease
Hemochromatosis
Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
Other Liver Conditions:
Liver Cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma)
Liver Abscess
Liver Failure
Liver Transplant
We develop individualized treatment plans based on your specific condition, medical history, and goals. Our treatment options include:
We prescribe a variety of medications to treat different liver conditions, including:
An ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI can show the size, shape, condition and texture of the liver.
A panel of liver function tests can show signs of liver disease, its severity, and liver failure.
This is a medical specialty that uses imaging guidance to perform minimally invasive procedures. This includes procedures like transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) for liver cancer, radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for liver tumors, and portal vein embolization for liver regeneration. These include less invasive nature, shorter recovery time, and potentially better outcomes compared to traditional surgery.
In some cases, procedures may be necessary to treat liver conditions. These may include:
We emphasize the importance of lifestyle changes to manage liver disease, including:
We work closely with other specialists, such as gastroenterologists, oncologists, and transplant surgeons, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.
The Norton Thoracic Institute is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a comfortable and supportive environment. This reputation for putting patients first inspires unparalleled confidence in helping you understand your condition, managing your symptoms, and improving your overall well-being. It’s no wonder the most difficult and complex cases continue to seek us out.
In cases of advanced liver failure, a liver transplant may be your best option. At the Norton Thoracic Institute, we are transplant experts. We are the fastest program to surpass 1,000 lung transplants, driving us to #7 nationally and #1 in the Southwest for lung transplant volume.
Under the same leadership and driven by the same culture of experts putting our patients first, our kidney and liver transplant programs are on the rise. Within our first 9 years, Norton Thoracic Institute has catapulted to the No. 3 kidney transplant volume center in the valley. We have now performed over 100 kidney transplants and 100 liver transplants to date.
500 W. Thomas Road Suite 480 Phoenix, AZ 85013
Call (602) 858-1715