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Dr. Elson M Thomas M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1200 Binz St Suite 800 Houston TX, 77004About
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
Provider Details
Fellowships
- University of Texas Medical School At Houston,Houston, Tx, United States
Dr. Elson M Thomas M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Elson Thomas, MD
6431 Fannin St Suite 1. 34 -Houston, TX 77030Get Direction
Practice At 1200 Binz St Suite 800
1200 Binz St Suite 800 -Houston, TX 77004Get Direction
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Nearby Providers
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