Dr. Professor Patrick Kennedy

About Dr. Professor Patrick Kennedy

Professor Kennedy is a leading liver specialist with international recognition for his work in viral liver disease.
He trained at University College Dublin and completed post-graduate training in London.
In 2009, he was appointed Senior Lecturer at Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry.
He produced novel research redefining the disease phase in Chronic Hepatitis B (CHB).
His main research focus is on broadening treatment candidacy and developing personalised treatment strategies for viral liver disease.
He has published over 100 peer-reviewed academic articles, with an h-index of 46 and more than 10,600 citations.
He has authored multiple book chapters and edited a textbook on Hepatogastroenterology.
As a Consultant Physician and Hepatologist, he has a special interest in managing liver disease in young people.
He works closely with premiership football clubs and manages liver disease in professional sportspeople and elite athletes.

Conditions treated by Dr. Professor Patrick Kennedy

Viral liver diseases (Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis D)
Chronic Hepatitis B (CHB) and its complications
Fatty liver disease (NAFLD & NASH)
Cirrhosis and advanced liver disease
Liver fibrosis and liver failure
Autoimmune liver diseases
Liver cancer (Hepatocellular carcinoma)
Metabolic liver diseases
Alcohol-related liver disease
Liver disease in adolescents and young adults

Area of Interest

Management of complex liver diseases (acute and chronic)
Disorders of the pancreas and bile ducts

Qualification

Undergraduate medical training at University College Dublin (1996)
Post-graduate medical training in gastroenterology and hepatology, London
Doctorate research, The Institute of Hepatology, University College London (2006)

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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP)

MEMBERSHIPS (4)

Member, HBV Clinical Guideline Development Group
Member, EASL HBV Clinical Practice Guidelines (2025)
Member, NICE Viral Hepatitis Clinical Guideline Committee
Member, Scientific and Medical Advisory Board, Hepatitis B Foundation

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (9)

Koffas A, Petersen J, Kennedy PT. Reasons to consider early treatment in chronic hepatitis B patients. Antiviral Res. 2020 May;177:104783.
Bertoletti A, Gill US, Kennedy PTF. Early treatment in chronic hepatitis B in children: Everything to play for? J Hepatol. 2020 Apr;72(4):802-803.
Dolman GE, Kennedy PTF. Hepatitis B reactivation: reducing the risk in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Gut. 2020 Jan 30. pii: gutjnl-2019-319480
Gill US, Battisti A, Kennedy PTF. Emerging tools in the changing landscape of chronic hepatitis B management. Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther. 2019 Dec;17(12):943-955.
Cornberg M, Lok AS, Terrault NA, Zoulim F; 2019 EASL-AASLD HBV Treatment Endpoints Conference Faculty. Guidance for design and endpoints of clinical trials in chronic hepatitis B - Report from the 2019 EASL-AASLD HBV Treatment Endpoints Conference. J Hepatol. 2020 Mar;72(3):539-557
Cornberg M, Lok AS, Terrault NA, Zoulim F; 2019 EASL-AASLD HBV Treatment Endpoints Conference Faculty. Guidance for design and endpoints of clinical trials in chronic hepatitis B - Report from the 2019 EASL-AASLD HBV Treatment Endpoints Conference. Hepatology. 2019 Nov 12.
Bénéchet AP, De Simone G, Di Lucia P, Cilenti F, Barbiera G, Le Bert N, Fumagalli V, Lusito E, Moalli F, Bianchessi V, Andreata F, Zordan P, Bono E, Giustini L, Bonilla WV, Bleriot C, Kunasegaran K, Gonzalez-Aseguinolaza G, Pinschewer DD, Kennedy PTF, Naldini L, Kuka M, Ginhoux F, Cantore A, Bertoletti A, Ostuni R, Guidotti LG, Iannacone M. Dynamics and genomic landscape of CD8+ T cells undergoing hepatic priming. Nature. 2019 Oct;574(7777):200-205.
Le Bert N, Salimzadeh L, Gill US, Dutertre CA, Facchetti F, Tan A, Hung M, Novikov N, Lampertico P, Fletcher SP, Kennedy PTF, Bertoletti A. Comparative characterization of B cells specific for HBV nucleocapsid and envelope proteins in patients with chronic hepatitis B. J Hepatol. 2020 Jan;72(1):34-44
Bertoletti A, Kennedy PT. HBV antiviral immunity: not all CD8 T cells are born equal. Gut. 2019 Jan 30. pii: gutjnl-2018-317959. doi: 10.1136/gutjnl-2018-317959.

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PROCEDURES

Adhesion Lysis
Capsule Endoscopy
Cardiomyotomy
Endoscopy (UGI Endoscopy)
Foregut Surgery
Hiatal Hernia Repair
Ileoanal Anastomosis (J-Pouch) Surgery
Laparoscopic Colon Resection
Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair
Low Anterior Resection
Meckel's Diverticulectomy Treatment
Nissen Fundoplication
Pancreatectomy
Pancreatic Surgery
Partial Colectomy
Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM)
Proctectomy
Retroperitoneum Surgery
Robotic Hernia Surgery
Small Bowel Resection
Splenectomy
Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy
Subtotal Proctocolectomy
Total Colectomy

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FAQ's Related to Gastroenterologist

What does a hepatologist do?

A hepatologist is a specialist doctor who focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of liver diseases, bile duct disorders, gallbladder issues, and pancreatic problems.

What conditions does a gastroenterologist treat?

A gastroenterologist treats diseases of the digestive system, including the oesophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, bile ducts, and gallbladder.

When should I see a hepatologist?

You should see a hepatologist if you have liver-related issues such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver disease, liver cancer, abnormal liver tests, or complications related to liver function.

What is the difference between a hepatologist and a gastroenterologist?

A gastroenterologist manages all digestive system conditions, whereas a hepatologist is a gastroenterologist with additional expertise in liver, pancreas, bile ducts, and gallbladder disorders.

What is ERCP and why is it performed?

ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) is a specialised endoscopic procedure used to diagnose and treat problems in the bile ducts and pancreatic ducts, such as blockages, stones, or strictures.

Do hepatologists also perform endoscopy?

Yes, hepatologists trained in endoscopy can perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including ERCP, to manage bile duct and pancreatic conditions.

Can liver disease be cured?

Some liver conditions, such as hepatitis B and C, fatty liver, and autoimmune liver disease, can be treated effectively if diagnosed early. Advanced liver disease may require transplantation.

How do gastroenterologists and hepatologists work with liver transplants?

They evaluate patients for transplant, manage them before and after surgery, and coordinate care with transplant surgeons to ensure the best outcomes.

Do I need a referral to see a hepatologist or gastroenterologist?

In most cases, yes. Patients are usually referred by their GP or another specialist when specific liver or digestive issues are identified.

What tests might a hepatologist recommend?

Common tests include liver function tests, ultrasound, MRI/CT scans, FibroScan (to check liver stiffness), liver biopsy, and endoscopic procedures like ERCP.

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