Dr. Jean-Francois Dufour

Dr. Jean-François Dufour, MD, PhD (Dr. méd.)

Dr. Jean-François Dufour is a hepatologist in private practice in Lausanne, Switzerland. He is known for liver cancer and fatty liver disease.

Professor Dufour was clinic director and professor of hepatology at Inselspital, University of Bern, from 2011 to 2021. Since 2021 he has practised in Lausanne at Clinique de Montchoisi and Clinique Cecil, and he presides over the Swiss NASH Foundation and the Swiss Foundation Against Liver Cancer.

About Dr. Jean-François Dufour

• Full Name: Jean-François Dufour, MD, PhD (Dr. méd.)
• Credentials: MD, PhD (Dr. méd.)
• Specialty: Hepatology (liver disease)
• Subspecialty and Expertise: Liver cancer; fatty liver disease (MASLD/MASH); general hepatology and gastroenterology
• Current Role: Liver specialist in private practice, Lausanne; President, Swiss NASH Foundation and Swiss Foundation Against Liver Cancer; former Professor of Hepatology, University of Bern
• Years in Practice: Career dates are being confirmed from the official profile
• Languages: French, German and English (per Hirslanden profile) (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: Clinique de Montchoisi and Clinique Cecil (Hirslanden)
• Address: Clinique de Montchoisi, Chemin des Allinges 10, 1006 Lausanne, Switzerland
• Other Location: Clinique Cecil (Hirslanden), Lausanne; Centre des maladies digestives Lausanne
• Phone: +41 21 721 10 98 (Prof. Dufour’s practice, per Hirslanden)
• Fax and Email: Professional email listed by Swiss Medical Network: jf.dufour@svmed.ch
• Website: hirslanden.ch
• 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. Jean-François Dufour:

• Hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer)
• Fatty liver disease and MASH
• Viral hepatitis
• Cirrhosis
• General gastroenterology

Education and training:

• Diploma in Mathematics: University of Geneva (1984)
• Medical Degree and Doctorate: University of Geneva (1986; doctorate 1990)
• Gastroenterology Fellowship: New England Medical Center, Tufts University, Boston (1995-1997)
• Habilitation: Internal medicine, University of Bern (2000-2004)

Certifications, License & Affiliations

• Specialty: FMH specialist in gastroenterology and hepatology (2003) and in internal medicine (1993)
• Medical License: Licensed to practice medicine; confirm current status with the Swiss Medical Register (MedReg)
• Hospital and Academic Affiliations: Clinique de Montchoisi (Swiss Medical Network); Clinique Cecil (Hirslanden). Previously Inselspital, University of Bern (2011-2021)

Insurance

In Switzerland, compulsory basic health insurance (LAMal/KVG) covers outpatient specialist care; private or semi-private hospital stays need supplementary insurance. Confirm with your insurer and the practice before booking.

Fees

Consultation fees are not published on the public profiles reviewed. Ask the hospital or clinic for current fees, accepted payment methods and the cancellation policy.

Professional Information

• Founding member of the International Liver Cancer Association
• Twice a member of the EASL Governing Board
• More than 380 peer-reviewed papers
• Fellow of the AASLD and AGA

Reviews & Ratings

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Verification

• Swiss Medical Network doctor profile (swissmedical.net), checked October 1, 2026
• Hirslanden doctor profile (hirslanden.com), checked October 1, 2026
• Metabolism and Target Organ Damage interview (July 2025), checked October 1, 2026
• Swiss Medical Register (MedReg)
• Profile compiled October 1, 2026. Details marked as being confirmed should be checked against the official sources above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Jean-François Dufour known for?

Dr. Jean-François Dufour is known for liver cancer and fatty liver disease.

Where does Dr. Jean-François Dufour practice?

He practices in private practice in Lausanne, Switzerland.

What conditions does Dr. Jean-François Dufour treat?

He focuses on liver cancer, fatty liver disease and other liver conditions.

How can I book an appointment with Dr. Jean-François Dufour?

Use the Book An Appointment button on this page to send a request, then confirm the location, referral needs and availability with Clinique de Montchoisi and Clinique Cecil (Hirslanden) before you visit.

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Provider location, specialty information, insurance participation, and availability may change. Confirm current details directly with his practice in Lausanne.