Norah A. Terrault

Papers

Total Citations

277

H-Index

About

Dr. Norah A. Terrault is a leading hepatologist whose research has fundamentally shaped the modern landscape of liver transplantation and viral hepatitis management. Her work has been pivotal in understanding the changing epidemiology of liver disease, particularly the shift from viral hepatitis to metabolic and cancer-related indications for transplant. She has been instrumental in refining organ allocation systems, notably through contributions to the MELD 3.0 score, which improves equity for women on the waitlist. Her landmark 2023 status report, with 277 citations, provides a comprehensive roadmap for current and future challenges in the field. Beyond transplantation, Dr. Terrault has made seminal contributions to the treatment of hepatitis B and C, including studies on antiviral therapy in pregnancy and the prevention of vertical transmission. With over 400 publications and an h-index exceeding 100, her work has been cited tens of thousands of times, cementing her as a global authority. She has also served as President of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD), reflecting her leadership in shaping clinical guidelines and research priorities.