
Melody.education: Educational programs on Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) and Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Scott Isaacs, MD, FACE, FACP and Barton Isaac, PharmD present: NASH Patient Identification, Referral and Management in Endocrinology and Hepatology Practices
May 2, 2024
Scott Isaacs, a clinical endocrinologist specializing in NASH, shares valuable insights alongside Barton Isaac, a PharmD. They delve into the management of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis and Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease within endocrinology. Key discussions include the importance of non-invasive tests like the FIB4 score for risk stratification and identifying high-risk patients, particularly those with diabetes. They emphasize the need for better education among healthcare providers to effectively address these interconnected metabolic issues.
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- Endocrinologists play a crucial role in managing patients with coexisting metabolic disorders and liver diseases like NASH and NAFLD.
- Implementing non-invasive testing methods, such as the FIB4 score, is essential for early identification and risk stratification of NASH patients.
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Comprehensive Management of NAFLD and NASH
Endocrinologists often manage patients with a combination of cardiometabolic disorders, where many also have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) or non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). These conditions frequently coexist with diabetes, obesity, and other metabolic syndromes, necessitating a global approach to treatment. The role of endocrinologists includes not just managing these patients' metabolic health, but also actively evaluating and treating their liver disease. Dr. Isaacs emphasizes that comprehensive management is crucial as the treatment of one aspect can significantly influence the outcomes of the other.
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