Liver Institute Northwest is open for in-person and telemedicine consultations.
We see patients in our Seattle office for clinical consultations as well as clinical research trials. Fully committed to the health and safety of our patients, staff, and greater community, we are closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and have implemented extensive precautions and procedures to help ensure everyone’s safety. Your health and safety are our top priority, and we will continue to update you as we receive more information.

Kris V. Kowdley MD, AGAF, FAASLD, FACP, FACG
Director, Liver Institute Northwest
Professor of Medicine
Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine
Washington State University
New Liver News
We are pleased to announce the following;
Pacific Northwest GI and Liver Update, September 15-16, 2023
Hyatt Regency
Seattle, WA
Course Directors:
Kris V. Kowdley, MD, AGAF, FAASLD, FACP, FACG
Scott D. Lee, MD
V. Raman Muthusamy, MD, MAS
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Kris V. Kowdley MD is recognized on 2021 Highly Cited Researchers list at WSU
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Our Mission
The mission of the Liver Institute Northwest is to improve the liver health of people in the Pacific Northwest. We bring state-of-the-art treatment and cutting-edge clinical trials offering new therapies for patients with liver disease. Our goal is to increase access for patients to clinical trials and clinical care, advocacy on behalf of patients with liver disease, and evidence-based education on best practices for patients and providers.
Clinical Consultations
We’re happy to offer clinical consultations for patients with any liver-related issue. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment with Dr. Kowdley, please Contact Us.
Fibroscan
We offer Fibroscan assessment of liver health at our clinic. If you are interested in being seen at our clinic for a Fibroscan evaluation, please Contact Us.
Research
We are currently focused on clinical trials in fatty liver disease, primary biliary cholangitis, primary sclerosing cholangitis, hereditary hemochromatosis and chronic hepatitis B and other liver diseases. If you are interested in participating in a clinical trial, please See Our Research Page.