Overview

On the occasion of World Liver Day (April 19), Health Dialogues presents an expert-led conversation on MASLD (Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) — the updated term for Non-Alcoholic fatty liver disease.

This year’s theme, “Food is Medicine,” highlights the growing concern around lifestyle-related liver conditions and the critical role of early diagnosis and dietary choices.

Panel Experts:

1. Dr Sreenivasa D – Consultant - Gastroenterology, Manipal Hospital, Bangalore

2. Dr Vivek Kumar Singh – Consultant Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist, Holy Family Hospital, Mumbai

Key Discussion Points:

1. What is MASLD and why is it a silent threat?

2. Who is at risk of developing fatty liver disease?

3. Can MASLD be reversed with lifestyle changes?

4. How is MASLD diagnosed and why is awareness important?

5. Current treatment approaches and medical management

6. The role of the Mediterranean diet in improving liver health

7. Foods and nutrients that naturally support the liver

8. Whether “detox diets” are helpful or harmful for liver health

9. Three practical changes to start using food as medicine for the liver

Speakers

Dr. Bhumika Maikhuri

BDS, MDS

Dr Bhumika Maikhuri is a Consultant Orthodontist at Sanjeevan Hospital, Delhi. She is also working as a Correspondent and a Medical Writer at Medical Dialogues. She completed her BDS from Dr D Y patil dental college and MDS from Kalinga institute of dental sciences. Apart from dentistry, she has a strong research and scientific writing acumen. At Medical Dialogues, She focusses on medical news, dental news, dental FAQ and medical writing etc.

Dr Sreenivasa D

Dr Sreenivasa D (MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM & DNB (Gastroenterology)) is a Consultant Gastroenterologist at Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road and Hebbal. His field of expertise to name a few include Endoscopy, ERCP, EUS, stenting, bariatric, therapeutic procedures and more. Dr Sreenivasa D holds several professional degrees, including MBBS, MD in General Medicine from the Karnataka Medical College in Hubli, DNB in General Medicine, DM in Gastroenterology from Seth G.S Medical College and KEM Hospital in Mumbai, and DNB in Gastroenterology. Dr Sreenivasa was featured in Bangalore Mirror, where he highlighted the impact of working from home on liver health. He has participated in various National Conferences as faculty in panel discussions and Chaired Sessions

Dr Vivek Kumar Singh

Dr Vivek Kumar Singh (MBBS, DNB in Internal Medicine, DrNB in Medical Gastroenterology and Hepatology) is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at Holy Family Hospital, Mumbai. He has five years of clinical experience and has completed a Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy along with the MRCP SCE (UK) in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. His work involves diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound-guided interventions. His areas of interest include endoscopic ultrasound and liver transplant. He has also contributed to more than 10 publications in national and international journals.