Dr. Amsalu Erko MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1015 E 32nd St Suite 414 Austin TX, 78705Rating
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Dr. Amsalu Erko is a nephrologist practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Erko specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Erko 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
Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia)
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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