Dr. Zaid A Brifkani MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
3400 Lebanon Rd Murfreesboro TN, 37129About
Dr. Zaid Brifkani is a nephrologist practicing in Murfreesboro, TN. Dr. Brifkani specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Brifkani 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
Ross University School of Medicine 2008
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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