Dr. Helder De paiva M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
5901 W OLYMPIC BLVD LOS ANGELES CA, 90036About
Dr. Helder De paiva is a nephrologist practicing in Tampa, FL. Dr. De paiva specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. De paiva 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
Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies MD
Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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