Verity Health Liver Clinic
Advanced Hepatology & Clinical Care
Specialized Diagnosis and Medical Management of Liver Disease in Vancouver, WA.
Clinical Leadership
Lead Physician
Dr. Frank Yeh
Principal Investigator
Dr. Yeh is a board-certified gastroenterologist. He received his medical degree from Chicago Medical School. Dr. Yeh completed a fellowship in liver transplant from Lahey Clinical Medical Center in Burlington, MA, and a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Vermont in Burlington, VT.
The Verity Health Liver Clinic is a physician-led medical facility dedicated to the clinical treatment of complex liver conditions. Under the direction of Dr. Yeh, our clinic serves as a primary referral destination for community providers seeking expert hepatology intervention, diagnostic clarity, and long-term disease management.
We don’t just provide information; we provide active medical treatment.
Services Offered at the Liver Clinic
The Verity Health Liver Clinic offers an extensive range of services designed to meet the diverse needs of our patients. From initial screenings and diagnostics to advanced therapeutic procedures, our clinic is equipped to handle all aspects of liver care under one roof.
Advanced Liver Diagnostics
We utilize gold-standard technology to provide referring physicians and patients with precise staging without invasive procedures.
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FibroScan® (Vibration-Controlled Transient Elastography): A rapid, non-invasive diagnostic tool used to accurately measure liver stiffness (fibrosis) and fat content (steatosis).
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Clinical Lab Integration: Comprehensive Liver Function Testing (LFTs) and metabolic panels to monitor disease progression.
Management & Treatment of Liver Diseases
Dr. Yeh and our clinical team provide specialized treatment protocols for:
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Metabolic Disorders: Aggressive management of NAFLD and NASH (Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis).
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Viral Hepatitis: Advanced antiviral therapies for Hepatitis B and C, including curative treatments.
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Autoimmune Conditions: Specialized immunosuppressive management for Autoimmune Hepatitis, PBC, and PSC.
Symptom Evaluation & Pathology
We provide urgent clinical evaluations for patients presenting with:
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Jaundice (Icterus)
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Ascites and Abdominal Distension
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Hepatic Encephalopathy / Cognitive Decline
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Unexplained Hepatic Enzyme Elevations
Lifestyle & Preventative Care
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is paramount for liver health. At the Verity Health Liver Clinic, we offer comprehensive lifestyle and preventative care to support your well-being and minimize the risk of liver disease. Our services include:
- Nutritional counseling for liver health: Personalized dietary guidance to optimize liver function and promote overall wellness.
- Weight management for fatty liver disease: Tailored programs to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight, reducing the burden on your liver.
- Alcohol cessation programs: Supportive resources and strategies to help you overcome alcohol dependence and protect your liver health.
Why Verity Health Liver Clinic?
Unlike general wellness centers, our Liver Clinic is a dedicated medical environment. We bridge the gap between primary care and major transplant centers, offering localized, high-level hepatology care right here in Vancouver.
- Painless Diagnostics
FibroScan results are available immediately, measured in kilopascals (kPa), providing a clear roadmap for treatment.
- Evidence-Based Protocols
Our treatments are aligned with the latest AASLD (American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases) guidelines.
- Multidisciplinary Approach
We integrate nutritional pathology and alcohol cessation directly into our medical treatment plans.
Referral & Appointment Information
For Providers
We prioritize urgent referrals for patients with suspected cirrhosis or acute liver injury. Our team ensures a closed-loop communication style, providing comprehensive reports and FibroScan results back to the primary care provider.
For Patients
To ensure diagnostic accuracy, please do not eat for 3 hours prior to your appointment if a FibroScan is scheduled.
What is Fibroscan?
An examination with FibroScan , is a painless way to understand your liver
health. When performed as part of an overall evaluation, FibroScan® provides valuable information for healthcare providers that might otherwise only be available from a liver biopsy.
The FibroScan® examination is painless, quick and easy.
FibroScan® non-invasively measures the stiffness of your liver by capturing and calculating the speed of a shear wave as it travels through the liver. This detection of stiffness may be used as an aid to clinical management of liver disease. During the scan, you will only feel a slight vibration on the skin at the tip of the probe.
- How is a FibroScan® examination performed?
You lie on your back, with your right arm raised behind your head. The operator applies a water-based gel to the skin and positions the probe adjacent to your liver. The operator then scans your liver to capture 10 meaningful measurements made at the same location. The result is delivered at the end of the examination as a number in “kilopascals” (kPa.) Your doctor will interpret the result in conjunction with other information from your overall examination.
- Will I be comfortable?
Yes. The exam is painless and non-invasive. It’s also easy and fast, usually taking 5 to 10 minutes.
- How long does it take to see results and what do the results mean?
FibroScan® provides immediate results to the operator.
- How should I prepare for my examination?
It is important to have your FibroScan® examination on an empty stomach, Do not eat anything for at least 3 hours prior to your examination.
Wear comfortable clothes that will allow access to the right side of your rib cage.
It is important to tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, or if you have any active implantable devices, such as pacemakers, defibrillators, or pumps.
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Overview of Liver Health
The liver, a powerhouse of the human body, performs over 500 vital functions that are crucial for sustaining life. From filtering toxins from the blood to aiding in digestion and storing essential nutrients, the liver’s role cannot be overstated. Given its importance, maintaining liver health is paramount for overall well-being. Unfortunately, liver diseases are often silent and unnoticed until they reach a more severe stage, making awareness and early detection vital.
Liver health can be influenced by various factors, including lifestyle choices, genetics, and exposure to viruses or harmful substances. Conditions such as hepatitis, fatty liver disease, and cirrhosis can significantly impair liver function and lead to life-threatening complications. This underscores the importance of regular liver care and monitoring, emphasizing the need for specialized medical facilities dedicated to liver health.
Recognizing the symptoms of liver disease early on can be a lifeline. Symptoms can range from jaundice, swelling in the legs and abdomen, to chronic fatigue. However, with proactive management and the right medical support, many liver conditions can be treated or managed effectively, highlighting the importance of specialized liver care facilities.
Importance of Liver Care
The significance of liver care cannot be overstated in the context of overall health and wellness. A well-functioning liver not only ensures the effective removal of toxins but also plays a pivotal role in metabolism, immune system support, and nutrient storage. This makes liver health a critical component of preventive healthcare.
In the realm of liver care, the focus is not only on treating existing conditions but also on preventing the onset of liver disease. Lifestyle modifications, such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, and avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, are key preventive measures. However, even with the best preventive efforts, certain factors such as genetic predisposition can still lead to liver issues, necessitating expert care.
Moreover, the complexity of liver diseases requires a multidisciplinary approach to care. From gastroenterologists and hepatologists to dietitians and mental health professionals, comprehensive liver care involves a team of experts working together to provide personalized treatment plans. This integrated approach ensures that patients receive holistic care that addresses all aspects of their condition.
Our screening services are the first line of defense against liver disease. Utilizing the latest diagnostic technologies, we can detect liver conditions at an early stage, when they are most treatable. This proactive approach is complemented by our comprehensive evaluation process, which includes a detailed assessment of liver function and structure.
For patients requiring treatment, the Verity Health Liver Clinic provides a wide array of options, from medication management to innovative surgical procedures. Our specialists are skilled in the latest techniques for treating liver diseases, including minimally invasive surgeries that offer quicker recovery times and reduced risk of complications.
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