Dr. Elia J. Saadeh MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
12221 Mopac Expressway North Austin TX, 78758About
Dr. Elia Saadeh is a nephrologist practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Saadeh specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Saadeh 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
Univ of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1992
Texas A&M University, TX 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
Provider Details
Awards
- Austin Monthly Top Doctors 2012
Professional Memberships
- Member Texas Medical Association
- Member Williamson County Medical Society
Fellowships
- Maine Medical Center, Portland, ME
Experience & Accolades
- DirectorFormer ADC Board
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