Dr. Matthew A Sparks MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
40 Duke Medicine Cir Durham NC, 27710About
Dr. Matthew Sparks is a nephrologist practicing in Little Rock, AR. Dr. Sparks specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Sparks 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 2003
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Career choice selection and satisfaction among US adult nephrology fellows.
- Novel educational approaches to enhance learning and interest in nephrology.
- Genetic determinants of renal transplant outcome: where do we stand?
- Iatrogenic Baclofen Neurotoxicity in ESRD: Recognition and Management.
- Does Academic Blogging Enhance Promotion and Tenure? A Survey of US and Canadian
- Medical student attitudes toward kidney physiology and nephrology: a qualitative study.
- Baclofen Toxicity in Kidney Disease.
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