
Dr. Bassam Shakil, MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
Kansas University Medical Ctr 3901 Rainbow Blvd Ma Kansas City KS, 66160About
Dr. Bassam Shakil is a nephrologist practicing in Kansas City, KS. Dr. Shakil specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Shakil 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
Ross University School of Medicine medical degree 2009
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
nephrology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Fellowships
- University of Kansas Medical Center Nephrology 2014
Dr. Bassam Shakil, MD's Practice location
Practice At Kansas University Medical Ctr 3901 Rainbow Blvd Mailstop 2027
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