Dr. Shilpa Reddy Carlson DO
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
224 Northcrest Dr Springfield TN, 37172About
Dr. Shilpa Carlson is a nephrologist practicing in Richmond, VA. Dr. Carlson specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Carlson 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
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine 2006
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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