Dr. Elson M Thomas M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
6431 Fannin St Suite 1. 34 Houston TX, 77030About
Dr. Elson Thomas is a nephrologist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Thomas specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Thomas 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
The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio 2006
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Fellowships
- University of Texas Medical School At Houston,Houston, Tx, United States
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