Dr. Chirag Faldu M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1600 Sw Archer Rd Gainesville FL, 32610About
Dr. Chirag Faldu is a nephrologist practicing in Gainesville, FL. Dr. Faldu specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Faldu 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
Saba University School of Medicine 2007
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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