Dr. Prashanth Podaralla M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
100 Medical Dr Hannibal MO, 63401About
Dr. Prashanth Podaralla is a nephrologist practicing in Hannibal, MO. Dr. Podaralla specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Podaralla 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
Gandhi Medical College 2000
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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