Dr. Mark Paul Leischner M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
2800 N Sheridan Rd Suite 304 Chicago IL, 60657About
Dr. Mark Leischner is a nephrologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Leischner specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Leischner 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
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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