Dr. Brett E. Fortune, MD, MS

Expert Publications

• Liver transplantation for hepatocellular carcinoma: a surgical perspective.
• Post-transplant survival is improved for hepatitis C recipients who are RNA negative at time of liver transplantation.
• Early weight changes after liver transplantation significantly impact patient and graft survival.
• The clinical and molecular epidemiology of pre-transplant vancomycin-resistant enterococci colonization among liver transplant recipients.
• Why Pursue a Fourth Year in Advanced/Transplant Hepatology?
• Corticosteroids Versus Pentoxifylline for Severe Alcoholic Hepatitis: A Sequential Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
• Reply to Risk Stratification in Acute Variceal Bleeding: Child-Pugh Versus Model for End-stage Liver Disease.

Media Releases

Triple Board Certified Hepatologist Advancing Patient Care and Clinical Education in the Heart of the Bronx

Bronx, New York – Montefiore Einstein proudly announces the significant contributions of Dr. Brett E. Fortune, an esteemed Medical Director of the Liver Transplant Program. With a distinguished background in hepatology and transplant medicine, Dr. Fortune is dedicated to advancing the care of patients suffering from advanced liver disease and those undergoing liver transplantation. 

Holding an important academic position as an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Hepatology at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. Fortune plays a pivotal role in educating and mentoring the next generation of clinicians and researchers. His commitment to teaching and training reflects his belief in the importance of fostering new talent in the field of hepatology.

After earning a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from North Carolina State University in 1999, Dr. Fortune pursued his Doctor of Medicine degree at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, graduating in 2004. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in 2007, followed by a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Colorado Denver, where he also obtained a Master of Science in Clinical Sciences. Dr. Fortune further honed his expertise with a fellowship in transplant hepatology at the said establishment, which he completed in 2012, solidifying his comprehensive knowledge in liver care.

Dr. Fortune’s research endeavors focus on improving clinical outcomes for patients with cirrhosis and portal hypertension and enhancing the quality of care for liver transplant recipients. His significant contributions to the field have led to numerous publications in prestigious peer-reviewed journals and books. In his editorial roles, Dr. Fortune serves as Associate Editor for Liver Transplantation and Liver Section Editor for Digestive Disease Interventions, in addition to his involvement on the editorial board for Hepatology.

Board certified in internal medicine, gastroenterology, and transplant hepatology, Dr. Fortune is recognized as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. His dedication to the field is further demonstrated through his active membership in several professional organizations, including the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the American Liver Foundation. 

Recognized for his excellence in teaching and mentorship, Dr. Fortune received the Kushlan Junior Faculty Award in 2015 and the Howard M. Spiro Digestive Disease Fellowship Teaching Award in 2016 from Yale School of Medicine. His work continues to inspire both his colleagues and patients alike, reinforcing the commitment of Montefiore Einstein to provide exceptional medical care and education in hepatology. 

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