Dr. James J. Gehrig MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
2025 Morse Ave Sacramento CA, 95825About
Dr. James Gehrig is a nephrologist practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Gehrig specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Gehrig 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
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 1978
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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