Aaron Wetten Consultant Hepatologist Newcastle
- 0191 213 9095
- Queen Victoria Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4LP
Mhairi Donnelly Consultant Hepatologist Newcastle delivers expert care in liver disease with a deep commitment to patient outcomes. She qualified from the University of Edinburgh in 2008 and began working as a consultant liver specialist in Newcastle in 2020. Her dedication to hepatology stems from years of advanced training and clinical research.
Dr Donnelly trained in both Aberdeen and Edinburgh. Additionally, she undertook subspecialty hepatology training at the renowned Scottish Liver Transplant Unit. Her focus has always remained on improving care pathways for complex liver conditions. Because of her strong foundation, she brings both skill and insight to her current role.
Her areas of expertise include acute liver injury, acute liver failure, liver transplantation, and palliative care in liver disease. Moreover, Dr Donnelly performs upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, expanding her ability to manage diverse liver-related conditions. Her multidisciplinary approach ensures patients receive comprehensive, compassionate care.
She plays an active role in the British Association for the Study of the Liver (BASL). Furthermore, Dr Donnelly contributes to special interest groups focusing on acute liver failure and end-of-life care. This involvement keeps her at the forefront of evolving clinical practices.
Research plays a central role in Dr Donnelly’s professional life. She is currently completing a research degree in the field of acute liver failure. In addition, she contributes to a European registry that studies the epidemiology, management, and outcomes of this rare condition. Through these efforts, she aims to shape future treatments and improve patient survival.
