Dr. James Chen

Dr. James Chen is a distinguished gastroenterologist and researcher specializing in metabolic liver diseases, with a particular focus on NASH therapeutics. As Deputy Editor of FattyLiverDX, he brings cutting-edge research insights to our content.

With both an MD and PhD, Dr. Chen bridges the gap between basic science research and clinical practice. His laboratory at Johns Hopkins focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying NASH progression and developing novel therapeutic approaches.

Dr. Chen has been involved in several clinical trials for investigational NASH therapies and has contributed to the development of new treatment guidelines. He is frequently invited to speak at international conferences and has authored over 80 research publications.