Specialist Care for Fatty Liver Disease, Viral Hepatitis, and Liver Cirrhosis in London
Comprehensive private care for liver health. Fast diagnostics, personalised treatment plans and expert guidance from Dr. Koffas
MEET THE DOCTOR
Dr. Apostolos Koffas
MD (GR) MRCP (UK) FESBGH
Dr. Apostolos Koffas is a Consultant Hepatologist and Gastrointestinal (GI) Endoscopist at Barts Health NHS Trust, based at the Royal London Hospital and providing specialist hepatology services at Queen’s Hospital, Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals. His clinical practice spans the full spectrum of hepatology, with particular interest in chronic and advanced liver disease, viral hepatitis, and diagnostic endoscopy.
He consults privately at leading central London locations, including Leaders in Liver Health and UME Health, with appointments available both in person and via secure virtual consultation.
Dr. Koffas has a strong academic interest in chronic hepatitis B and hepatitis D, with research focused on immune mechanisms, disease stratification, and treatment optimisation. He has published widely in peer-reviewed international journals.
He also holds a leadership role in undergraduate medical education at the prestigious Queen Mary University of London, contributing to the training of the future generation of medical workforce.
Read full biographyKey Information
- SpecialtyHepatologist and Gastroenterologist
- Private PracticeLeaders in Liver Health and UME Health
- NHS PostsRoyal London Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust and Queen’s Hospital, BHRUT
- GMC Number7360520
- LanguagesEnglish, Greek
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
Conditions we treat
Abnormal liver tests
Expert interpretation of liver tests and personalized management of your condition, tailored to your needs
Fatty liver disease
Expert assessment of metabolic and alcohol-related fatty liver, focused on early detection and management
Alcohol-related disease
Evidence-based liver care, emphasizing accurate staging, risk reduction and preserving liver function
Viral Hepatitis
Comprehensive care for hepatitis B and C, prioritizing accurate diagnosis, treatment, and long-term liver monitoring
Iron overload disorders
Diagnosis and management of iron overload, including genetic haemochromatosis, to prevent liver and systemic complications
Autoimmune liver disease
Specialist care for autoimmune hepatitis, PBC, and PSC, tailored to your individual health needs
Liver cirrhosis
Expert care for compensated and decompensated cirrhosis, prioritizing risk mitigation, complication prevention, and surveillance
Bile duct disease
Diagnosis and management of bile duct diseases, including gallstones and cholangitis
Benign liver lesions
Expert evaluation of liver lesions, including benign and malignant tumours, with multidisciplinary management
Primary liver cancer
Expert evaluation of hepatocellular carcinoma with structured imaging review and multidisciplinary management
CLINICAL NETWORK
Trusted Medical Partners
Care is delivered across carefully selected central London clinics that meet high clinical and professional standards
PATIENT STORIES
What our patients say
"Dr. Koffas was incredibly thorough and reassuring. He took the time to explain my diagnosis clearly. I felt in very safe hands throughout the entire process."
"Exemplary care. The clinic is modern and the staff are professional. Dr. Koffas's expertise in hepatology is evident from the first consultation."
"After months of uncertainty, Dr. Koffas finally provided a clear diagnosis and treatment plan. Highly recommended for anyone with liver concerns."
"The video consultation was excellent. Dr. Koffas was very attentive and the follow-up plan was sent immediately. Great service."
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Apostolos Koffas offers private hepatology consultations across selected high-quality central London clinical settings. He also holds NHS clinics at the Royal London Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, and at Queen’s Hospital, Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust.
To be reviewed in NHS, you will need a referral from your GP to Dr. Koffas. Please kindly liaise with your GP for further guidance.
A GP referral is not required for private consultations. Dr. Koffas welcomes both self-referred patients and those referred by a private GP or other specialist.
Yes. Dr. Koffas is recognised by most major UK private medical insurers and also welcomes self-paying patients.
Both initial and follow-up consultations can be conducted either in person or via virtual appointment, depending on clinical suitability and patient preference.