Dr. Gerald M Goltz M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
701 Broad St Sewickley PA, 15143About
Dr. Gerald Goltz is a nephrologist practicing in Sewickley, PA. Dr. Goltz specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Goltz 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 of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1973
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Gestational Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Vascular Disease
- Goiter
Dr. Gerald M Goltz M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 701 Broad St
701 Broad St -Sewickley, PA 15143Get Direction
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