Dr. James C. Wilbeck MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
28 White Bridge Rd Suite 300 Nashville TN, 37205About
Dr. James Wilbeck is a nephrologist practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Wilbeck specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Wilbeck 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
University of Alabama School of Medicine 2004
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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