Dr. Omer Afzal M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
111 Ann Street Waukesha WI, 53188About
Dr. Omer Afzal is a nephrologist practicing in Waukesha, WI. Dr. Afzal specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Afzal 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 Allahabad
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Fellowships
- Medical College of Wisconsin - Milwaukee 2004
- Medical College of WI, Milwaukee, WI
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