Dr. Jacob George

Dr. Jacob George, MBBS, PhD, FRACP

Dr. Jacob George is a hepatologist at Westmead Hospital in Sydney, Australia. He is known for fatty liver disease.

Professor George is a hepatologist at Westmead Hospital and the University of Sydney, where he leads the Storr Liver Centre at the Westmead Institute for Medical Research. His research covers fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis and liver cancer.

About Dr. Jacob George

• Full Name: Jacob George, MBBS, PhD, FRACP
• Credentials: MBBS, PhD, FRACP
• Specialty: Hepatology (liver disease)
• Subspecialty and Expertise: Fatty liver disease; viral hepatitis; liver cancer; liver fibrosis
• Current Role: Professor of Hepatic Medicine, University of Sydney; Director, Storr Liver Centre, Westmead Institute for Medical Research; hepatologist, Westmead Hospital
• Years in Practice: Career dates are being confirmed from the official profile
• Languages: English (confirm with the office)
• Gender: Male
• New Patients: Not confirmed; ask the office when you request an appointment
• Telehealth: Not confirmed on the public profiles reviewed; ask the office whether virtual visits are offered
• NPI: Not applicable (NPI numbers are issued only to US providers)

Address & Contact

• Practice: Westmead Hospital
• Address: Westmead Hospital, Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145, Australia
• Phone: Being confirmed; use the contact details on the official website
• Fax and Email: No public fax or professional email listed on the profiles reviewed
• Website: wslhd.health.nsw.gov.au
• Appointments: Use the Book An Appointment button on this page or the booking line on the official website; some services need a referral
• Office Hours: Clinic days vary; confirm with the office

Specialties & Education

Conditions treated, procedures and areas of expertise listed in public professional profiles for Dr. Jacob George:

• Fatty liver disease and MASH
• Hepatitis B and C
• Liver cancer
• Liver fibrosis and cirrhosis

Education and training:

• Medical Degree and PhD: Institutions and dates being confirmed

Certifications, License & Affiliations

• Specialist Qualification: Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP)
• Medical License: Licensed to practice medicine; confirm current status with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) register
• Hospital and Academic Affiliations: Westmead Hospital; Westmead Institute for Medical Research; University of Sydney

Insurance

Public hospital care is covered by Medicare for eligible patients. Private consultations attract a Medicare rebate with a referral, and in-hospital costs may be covered by a private health fund. Ask the rooms whether Dr. Jacob George participates in your fund’s gap arrangement.

Fees

Private consultation fees are not published. Ask the rooms for the fee, the Medicare rebate and any out-of-pocket gap before your appointment.

Professional Information

• Director of the Storr Liver Centre
• Leadership in APASL fatty liver guidance
• Widely cited researcher in liver disease

Reviews & Ratings

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Verification

• Westmead Institute for Medical Research profile (westmeadinstitute.org.au)
• Ahpra register
• Profile compiled October 1, 2026. Details marked as being confirmed should be checked against the official sources above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Jacob George known for?

Dr. Jacob George is known for fatty liver disease.

Where does Dr. Jacob George practice?

He practices at Westmead Hospital in Sydney, Australia.

What conditions does Dr. Jacob George treat?

He focuses on fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis and liver cancer.

How can I book an appointment with Dr. Jacob George?

Use the Book An Appointment button on this page to send a request, then confirm the location, referral needs and availability with Westmead Hospital before you visit.

Find MD Health Disclaimer

Provider location, specialty information, insurance participation, and availability may change. Confirm current details directly with Westmead Hospital.