Dr. Tariq Shafi MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1830 E Monument St Suite 416 Baltimore MD, 21205About
Dr. Tariq Shafi is a nephrologist practicing in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Shafi specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Shafi 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
Karachi Medical and Dental College 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Chronic Kidney Disease
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