Dr. Susan F Massengill MD
Nephrologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Nephrology
1000 Blythe Blvd Charlotte NC, 28203About
Dr. Susan Massengill is a pediatric nephrologist practicing in Charlotte, NC. Dr. Massengill specializes in caring for children with chronic conditions such as hypertension, kidney disease, and chronic dialysis. Pediatric nephrologists have extensive knowledge on the dialysis and transplant processes, while simultaneously developing lasting relationships with the families of their young patients.
Education and Training
The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University 1987
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD- 2002
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Hematuria.
- Renal manifestations of systemic illness in children.
- Inpatient health care utilization in the United States among children, adolescents, and young adults with nephrotic syndrome.
- Chronic kidney disease in children and adolescents.
- Infantile systemic lupus erythematosus with onset simulating congenital nephrotic syndrome.
Clinical Trials
Awards
- 2013 Charlotte Magazine Top Doctor
Treatments
- Autoimmune Disorders, Glomerular Diseases, Hematuria And More
- Birth Defects
Professional Memberships
- Member American Society of Pediatric Nephrology
- Member American Society of Nephrology
- Member National Kidney Foundation
- Member American Society of Nephrology (ASN)
- Member American Society of Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN)
Fellowships
- Shands at the University of Florida, Pediatric Nephrology 1993
- Shands Hospital at the University of Florida, Pediatric Nephrology, NC, USA 1993
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