Natalie Torok

Hepatologist, Liver transplantation specialist


Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology)

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Additional Languages Spoken:
French , Hungarian , Russian

Biography


Our primary research interest is in the pathomechanisms of liver fibrosis and matrix remodeling, and their role in the development of hepatocellular carcinoma.
Clinically, metabolic dysfunction associated steatohepatitis (MASH) is becoming the leading cause of chronic liver disease and liver cancer, and we are interested in deciphering how dynamic changes in the liver matrix accelerate this process in certain conditions such as type 2 diabetes. Of particular interest are studies on collagen architecture and connectivity and how these are implicated in mechanosensing. We are also focusing on aging-related pathways and wound healing processes. We are exploring the age-related modulation of hepatocyte stress signals, metabolic changes, and how these intersect with innate immune responses and matrix modulation in the liver. Based on these studies we have identified targets for novel small molecule inhibitors to treat fibrosis, and are performing investigator-initiated clinical trials.
As MASH is becoming the most common liver disease in the US and worldwide our ultimate goal is to target high-risk populations, and to develop novel therapeutic approaches that reverse fibrosis and improve patient outcomes.

Professional Summary


Education & Certifications
  • Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology (2003)
  • Residency: Mayo Clinic Internal Medicine Residency (1999) MN
  • Board Certification, American Board of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology (2004)
  • Fellowship: Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology Fellowship (2003) MN
  • Medical Education: Semmelweis Univ Med School (1988) Hungary

Honors & Awards
  • Boris Ruebner and John Rosenquist Excellence in Teaching Award, UC Davis (2014)
  • elected member, American Society for Clinical Investigation (2014)
  • Fellow, American Association for Studies of Liver Diseases (2016)

Memberships
  • Associate Editor, Hepatology (2021 - Present)
  • Associate Editor, Seminars in Liver Disease (2017 - Present)
  • Associate Editor, Hepatology Communications (2017 - 2021)
  • Associate Editor, American Journal of Physiology Gastrointestinal and Liver Physiology (2015 - 2018)
  • Data Monitoring Committee, NASH Clinical Research Network, NIH (2012 - Present)
  • Regular member, NIH HBPP Study Section (2012 - 2016)

Publications

Clinical Trials

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Practice Locations


Liver Transplant Program at Boswell Building Stanford, CA
Stanford, CA

300 Pasteur Drive

Stanford , CA 94305

(650) 498-7878

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Liver (Hepatology) Clinic in Redwood City Redwood City, CA
Redwood City, CA

420 Broadway Street, Pavilion D, 2nd Floor

Redwood City , CA 94063

(650) 498-7999

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Digestive Health Center in Redwood City Redwood City, CA
Redwood City, CA

420 Broadway Street, Pavilion D, 2nd Floor

Redwood City , CA 94063

(650) 736-5555

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Advanced Endoscopy in Palo Alto Stanford, CA
Stanford, CA

300 Pasteur Drive, Ground Floor

Stanford , CA 94305

(650) 736-5555

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My visit with Dr. Torok was very pleasant. She explained my test results to me in a way I understood. Dr. Torok listens very well to my needs and responds accordingly. I am comfortable speaking to her.
Informative, professional and friendly. Felt very comfortable during our visit.
Dr Torok is the best.she thoroughly ask me my condition, how I feel. She is always friendly, knowledgeable and caring.
clean, well staffed and friendly
She was well informed about me and corollated other doctors.
Thanks…
Dr Torok is very kind and caring. She is very knowledgeable and friendly
Outstanding Physican and skilled at her approach with her patient.
She’s very courteous and receptive
Impressed with Dr Torok’s thoroughness and recommendations
I like her. Very caring and pleasing to talk to.
Dr Torok is very approachable, attentive to whatever questions we may have, courteous and respectful of our needs!
Always a pleasure to visit with doctor Torok. She answers all my questions and more. Reading my labs she recommends I see other specialist which is a plus for my overall care. I take my health seriously and follow instructions as they are for my benefit. I don't believe all patients recognize that. Thank you Doctor Torok!
I do want to state that Dr. Torok is a "God send" into my life. She is a really compassionate and kind person. Not to mention, her incredibly high skill level...I am blessed to have her in my corner!
It has been quite wonderful having her as my doctor
Fantastic. Willing to answer all questions and discuss issues related to clinical trial and medical condition.
I don't feel rushed, the explanations are thorough and easy to understand...just a great experience all around.
She took her time and made us feel very comfortable!!
She is an excellent physician and I enjoy talking with her
Dr Torok answered all my questions and concerns. She was prepared to see me having read the test results prior to seeing me. That was refreshing! My prior experience was the opposite- my doctor was reading test results etc. in front of me during my visit. .
Dr. Nataie Torok was very nice and understanding. She explained to me my conditions clearly and I appreciate that.
Thank you for the opportunity to be a part of the study.
Dr. Natalie Torok is a very kind doctor. She is accommodating and listens to my health issue as a single mother who wanted to live longer for her son. She understand my condition extremely well. I am so fortunate to have her as my doctor. God bless you Dr. Torok.
Professional, understands my needs.
Thank you for listening. Thank you for your knowledge! You are such a wonderful and caring doctor. Please help me live longer for my son!
Always a pleasure to video visit with doctor Torok. Thank you.

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