Dr. James Edward Wood M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1000 Blythe Blvd Charlotte NC, 28203About
Dr. James Wood is a nephrologist practicing in Charlotte, NC. Dr. Wood specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Wood 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 Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine, Uams, University Of Arkansas For Me 1996
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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