Dr. Cecilio Hernandez M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
4102 N Macdill Ave Tampa FL, 33607About
Dr. Cecilio Hernandez is a nephrologist practicing in Tampa, FL. Dr. Hernandez specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Hernandez 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
Ponce Sch of Med, Ponce Pr 1985
Eugenia Maria De Hostos University 1985
Universidad Internacional Eugenio Maria De Hostos 1985
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