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Nephrologist FAQs: What is a Nephrologist
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A Nephrologist is a physician who treats kidney disease, kidney transplants, and dialysis therapy. A Nephrologist regulates blood pressure, balances fluids in the body and administers dialysis.
What does a Nephrologist treat?
A Nephrologist can treat kidney disorders including kidney stones, high blood pressure, kidney disease and other kidney problems.
What treatments can a Nephrologist provide?
A Nephrologist can perform dialysis, kidney biopsies and transplants, blood pressure monitoring, and interpret laboratory and x-rays of the kidney.
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