Dr. Ashraf Ali Chattha M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1655 Bernardin Ave Suite 200 Columbia SC, 29204About
Dr. Ashraf Chattha is a nephrologist practicing in Columbia, SC. Dr. Chattha specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Chattha 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
Medical Center Of Iran 2003
King Edward Medical University 1996
Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineDr. Ashraf Ali Chattha M.D.'s Practice location
Columbia, SC 29204Get Direction
Dr. Ashraf Ali Chattha M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Chattha
Recommended Articles
- What is Lupus?
Lupus is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease that attacks the body’s healthy cells, tissues, and organs. The inflammation can damage the skin, joints, kidneys, lungs, heart, brain, and blood vessels.Normally, the body’s immune system produces antibodies. These antibodies protect and fight...
- Which Doctors Treat Diabetes?
There are many healthcare providers who can diagnose and treat diabetes. While most people may see a primary care doctor if they start having symptoms of diabetes, other physicians and specialists can also help monitor the condition.Doctors who treat diabetesThe following are doctors and specialists...
- 5 Tips on Living with Kidney Stones
According to scientific research, around 15% of the world’s population is living with kidney stones. Among these people, 20% are men while 5% are women. Kidney stones is a condition which is very common especially in men. It is also among the most painful infections since it affects the urinary...
- What Could Dysuria Be Telling You?
What is dysuria?Dysuria is the medical term for painful urination or a burning sensation, discomfort, or difficulty when passing urine. In most cases, dysuria is a symptom of another medical condition. Males and females of any age can experience dysuria. However, this symptom is more common in...
- What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Kidney Stones?
What are kidney stones?A kidney stone is a hard, crystal-like mineral substance formed within the kidney or urinary tract. In medical terms, it is known as nephrolithiasis. They are also called as renal calculi.Kidney stones can block the stream of urine and can result in urinary infection, kidney...
- What Causes Kidney Stones? How to Prevent and Treat Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are also known as renal calculi. The occurrence of kidney stones is known as nephrolithiasis. Kidney stones in the urinary tract lead to a condition known as ureterolithiasis. Kidney stones are seen as a common occurrence in the medical world. One in twenty people tend to suffer from...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Asha Lenora Bailey DO121 Park Central Drive Columbia SC 29203
- Dr. Muhammad Muhammad Islam MD1655 Bernardin Ave Columbia SC 29204
- Dr. Rajeev N Shenoy MD121 Park Central Dr Columbia SC 29203
- Dr. Abdul Basit Usmani M.D.1655 Bernadin Ave Columbia SC 29204
- Dr. Marcono Raymond Hines MD121 Park Central Dr Columbia SC 29203
- Dr. Muhammad Amir Rafiq MD1655 Bernardin Ave Columbia SC 29204