Dr. Richard J Handler M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
777 37th St Suite C-107 Vero Beach FL, 32960Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Richard Handler is a nephrologist practicing in Vero Beach, FL. Dr. Handler specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Handler 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
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine 1996
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
Provider Details
Dr. Richard J Handler M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 777 37th St Suite C-107
777 37th St Suite C-107 -Vero Beach, FL 32960Get Direction
Dr. Richard J Handler M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Handler
Recommended Articles
![]()
Will My Kidney Stones Result in Future Kidney Problems?A kidney stone is a condition that occurs when the minerals and salts present in the urine become concentrated in high levels and eventually tend to crystallize. These crystallized formations can be seen as stones, and they often stick together. Kidney stones mostly form in the kidney. They start as...
![]()
Causes of EpilepsyEpilepsy, also classified as seizure disorder, is a neurological disorder affecting the nervous system. A seizure is the result of electrical activity disturbance in the brain.There is no single cause for epilepsy for about half of the population with this condition. In other cases, the cause of...
- Blood in Urine: What is a Urine Test?
When you pee and see a stream of rusty red urine, the sight fills you with a sense of dread. You suspect that the discoloration is due to the presence of blood. A pungent odor may fuel the anxiety. The only way to confirm suspicions is through a urinalysis recommended by a primary caregiver. A...
![]()
Leukocyte Esterase TestLeukocyte Esterase Urine TestLeukocyte esterase (LE) is an esterase produced by white blood cells (WBCs) or leukocytes. A leukocyte esterase test is a urine test used to detect the presence of white blood cells and other health conditions associated with infection.Normally, leukocyte esterase...
![]()
What Is Dysuria: Causes, Symptoms, and TreatmentWhat is dysuria?Dysuria is the medical term for painful urination or discomfort while urinating. This painful, burning sensation is commonly associated with urinary tract infections, which are usually caused by bacteria. Dysuria is also a common symptom of cystitis (inflammation of the bladder) and...
- 5 Tips on Living with Kidney Stones
According to scientific research, around 15% of the world’s population is living with kidney stones. Among these people, 20% are men while 5% are women. Kidney stones is a condition which is very common especially in men. It is also among the most painful infections since it affects the urinary...
Nearby Providers
![]()
Dr. Susan Alice Murphy M.D.1155 35TH LN VERO BEACH FL 32960![]()
Dr. Zeidy Roche MD2501 Ohio Ave Fort Pierce FL 34947![]()
Dr. Venkata R. Reddivari M.D.1801 S 23rd St Fort Pierce FL 34950![]()
Dr. Gerard Q Flores M.D.2000 HARTMAN ROAD FORT PIERCE FL 34947![]()
Dr. Samerah G Razuman M.D.2000 HARTMAN RD STE 1 FORT PIERCE FL 34947![]()
Dr. Ana Esther Taveras pantaleon M.D777 37TH ST VERO BEACH FL 32960
Nearest Hospitals
INDIAN RIVER MEDICAL CENTERl
1000 36TH ST VERO BEACH FL 32960SEBASTIAN RIVER MEDICAL CENTERl
13695 US HWY 1 SEBASTIAN FL 32978