Sumita Verma

Sumita Verma is a Professor at the University of Sussex focusing on hepatology and public health. Her research targets hepatitis C elimination through innovative community care models utilizing non-invasive diagnostics like painless liver scans and finger-prick blood tests. She addresses healthcare disparities in vulnerable populations including people who inject drugs and the homeless.

Research emphasizes multidisciplinary approaches to reduce liver disease mortality, which has increased by over 250% in England since 1971. Work aligns with WHO's goal to eliminate hepatitis C by 2030 through accessible screening and treatment strategies.