We are delighted to announce Dr Elisa Pose as a touchIMMUNOLOGY Future Leader 2026, selected by peers as one of the immunologists changing the future of hepatology care.

Dr Elisa Pose is a Senior Specialist Hepatologist at Hospital ClÃnic Barcelona and a researcher at IDIBAPS, where her work focuses on chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and alcohol-related liver disease. Dr Pose is also an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Barcelona and has contributed extensively to international liver research initiatives, including the European LIVERAIM project.
Dr Pose is recognized for her research on the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of liver disease, as well as for her work advancing early detection strategies and precision medicine in hepatology. She has authored numerous influential publications in the field and was recently honoured with the prestigious UEG Rising Star Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to gastroenterology and hepatology research.
In this Q&A Dr Pose explores what first drew her pursue a career in hepatology, the most rewarding moment in her journey so far, and the most exciting current innovations in chronic liver disease.
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What inspired you to pursue a career in hepatology?
What has been the most rewarding moment in your journey so far?
What current innovations in chronic liver disease excite you the most?
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Cite: Dr Elisa Pose on advancing integrated care and innovation in alcohol-related liver disease: touchIMMUNOLOGY Future Leaders 2026. touchIMMUNOLOGY. 21 May 2026.
Disclosures: This short article was prepared by touchIMMUNOLOGY in collaboration with Dr Pose. No fees or funding were associated with its publication.

