Richard K. Sterling, MD, MSc, FAASLD

Richard K. Sterling, MD, MSc, FAASLD
Virginia Commonwealth  University
Richmond, VA

Richard K. Sterling, M.D., M.Sc., FAASLD is the VCU Hepatology Professor of Medicine, Chief of Hepatology and Chief Medical Officer of the Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health at Virginia Commonwealth University. He has authored over 300 peer-reviewed manuscripts and his research, focused on viral hepatitis and HIV-Liver diseases, have been supported by the NIH for over 25 years. His interest in non-invasive assessment of liver disease severity led to the development of the widely used FIB-4 index reducing the need for liver biopsy.  As a researcher, educator, and clinician, he brings over 30 years’ experience to the Foundation.