Dr. Tom Hemming Karlsen

Dr. Tom Hemming Karlsen, MD, PhD

Dr. Tom Hemming Karlsen is a hepatologist at Oslo University Hospital in Oslo, Norway. He is known for primary sclerosing cholangitis.

Professor Karlsen is a hepatologist at Oslo University Hospital Rikshospitalet and professor at the University of Oslo, where he has led the Norwegian PSC Research Center. His research, especially in genetics, has advanced understanding of primary sclerosing cholangitis, a chronic disease of the bile ducts.

About Dr. Tom Hemming Karlsen

• Full Name: Tom Hemming Karlsen, MD, PhD
• Credentials: MD, PhD
• Specialty: Hepatology (liver disease)
• Subspecialty and Expertise: Primary sclerosing cholangitis; autoimmune and cholestatic liver disease; liver disease genetics
• Current Role: Professor of Medicine, University of Oslo; hepatologist, Oslo University Hospital Rikshospitalet
• Years in Practice: Career dates are being confirmed from the official profile
• Languages: Norwegian and 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: Oslo University Hospital
• Address: Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Sognsvannsveien 20, 0372 Oslo, Norway
• 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: oslo-universitetssykehus.no
• 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. Tom Hemming Karlsen:

• Primary sclerosing cholangitis
• PSC with inflammatory bowel disease
• Cholangiocarcinoma risk in PSC
• Liver transplantation for PSC

Education and training:

• Medical Degree and PhD: University of Oslo; dates being confirmed

Certifications, License & Affiliations

• Specialty: Gastroenterology/hepatology (Norwegian specialist approval)
• Medical License: Licensed to practice medicine; confirm current status with the Norwegian Health Personnel Register (HPR)
• Hospital and Academic Affiliations: Oslo University Hospital; University of Oslo; Norwegian PSC Research Center

Insurance

Specialist care at Oslo University Hospital is publicly funded for residents and normally requires a referral from a general practitioner (fastlege). International patients should contact the hospital about costs.

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

• Led genome-wide studies of PSC through international consortia
• Leadership roles in EASL

Reviews & Ratings

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Verification

• Oslo University Hospital and University of Oslo profiles
• Norwegian Health Personnel Register (HPR)
• Profile compiled October 1, 2026. Details marked as being confirmed should be checked against the official sources above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Tom Hemming Karlsen known for?

Dr. Tom Hemming Karlsen is known for primary sclerosing cholangitis.

Where does Dr. Tom Hemming Karlsen practice?

He practices at Oslo University Hospital in Oslo, Norway.

What conditions does Dr. Tom Hemming Karlsen treat?

He focuses on primary sclerosing cholangitis and related bile duct disease.

How can I book an appointment with Dr. Tom Hemming Karlsen?

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

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