Dr. Carlos R. Gonzalez M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
3106 West Beverly Blvd Montebello CA, 90640About
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez is a nephrologist practicing in Montebello, CA. Dr. Gonzalez specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Gonzalez 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 Auto De Baja California- Esc De Med- Mexicali- Baja Calif Norte 1980
Loma Linda University School of Medicine 2006
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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