Dr. Kathryn Ratanavanich D.O.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
106 Irving St Nw Suite 418 Washington DC, 20010About
Dr. Kathryn Ratanavanich is a nephrologist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Ratanavanich specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Ratanavanich 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
Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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