Dr. Michael J Unruh M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
330 E Beltline Ave Ne Suite 100 Grand Rapids MI, 49506About
Dr. Michael Unruh is a nephrologist practicing in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Unruh specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Unruh 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
University of Minnesota Medical School 2004
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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