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Dr. Edward T Kim MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
112 La Casa Via Suite 210 Walnut Creek CA, 94598About
Dr. Edward Kim is a nephrologist practicing in Walnut Creek, CA. Dr. Kim specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Kim 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 Hawaii 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
Provider Details
Fellowships
- Johns Hopkins Hospital Nephrology
Dr. Edward T Kim MD's Practice location
Practice At 112 La Casa Via Suite 210
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