Dr. Stephen W. Zimmerman MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
2840 Index Rd Madison WI, 53713About
Dr. Stephen Zimmerman is a nephrologist practicing in Madison, WI. Dr. Zimmerman specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Zimmerman 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 Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi 1966
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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