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The liver is one of the body's most vital organs, performing over 500 essential functions including filtering blood, producing bile for digestion, metabolizing nutrients, and detoxifying harmful substances. Liver diseases encompass a broad spectrum of conditions that impair liver function, ranging from viral infections and fatty liver disease to autoimmune disorders and cancer.
At Dr. Jing Tong Gastroenterology in Flushing, Queens, we specialize in the early detection, diagnosis, and management of all types of liver diseases. Liver conditions are particularly prevalent in the Asian American community, with hepatitis B affecting approximately 1 in 12 Asian Americans. Early screening and intervention are critical to preventing serious complications such as cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer).
Dr. Jing Tong, trained at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, brings decades of expertise in hepatology and gastroenterology to provide patients in Flushing, Queens, and the greater NYC area with the highest standard of liver care.
Our comprehensive liver evaluation includes:
Personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient:
Fellowship trained in gastroenterology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine with specialized expertise in hepatology.
One of the few US specialists licensed in therapeutic endoscopy, offering advanced diagnostic and treatment procedures.
Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, ensuring clear communication and culturally sensitive care for our diverse community.
From hepatitis screening to cirrhosis management, we provide end-to-end liver care under one roof in Flushing.
Early liver disease often has no symptoms. As the condition progresses, you may experience fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, dark urine, and jaundice. Regular screening is essential, especially if you have risk factors.
All Asian Americans should be screened for hepatitis B. Anyone with risk factors such as a history of alcohol use, obesity, diabetes, family history of liver disease, or prior blood transfusions should also undergo screening.
Many liver conditions are treatable and even reversible when caught early. Fatty liver disease can be reversed with lifestyle changes, hepatitis C can be cured with antiviral medications, and early-stage fibrosis can improve with proper treatment.
Liver function tests (LFTs) measure enzymes (ALT, AST), proteins (albumin), and bilirubin in your blood. Elevated levels can indicate liver inflammation, damage, or impaired liver function requiring further evaluation.
Yes, we accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, and many commercial insurance providers. Please call our office at 718-886-9819 to verify your specific plan.
Schedule a comprehensive liver evaluation with Dr. Jing Tong today.
