Dr. Byard F Edwards M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
5669 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne Suite 240 Atlanta GA, 30342Rating
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Dr. Byard Edwards is a nephrologist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Edwards specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Edwards 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
Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans 1988
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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