Dr. Donald R. Mars MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
820 Prudential Dr Suite 304 Jacksonville FL, 32207About
Dr. Donald Mars is a nephrologist practicing in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Mars specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Mars most typically treats conditions like kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, polycystuc kidney disease, high blood pressure and more. Nephrologists are also experts on kidney transplantation and dialysis. They are usually referred to by primary care physicians for problems related to the kidneys, and while they can perform tests to diagnose kidney disorders, they do not perform surgeries.
Education and Training
Univ of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl 1972
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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