Dr. Alba Maria Gonzalez-ochoa MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1611 NW 12th Ave Miami FL, 33136About
Dr. Alba Gonzalez-ochoa is a nephrologist practicing in Miami, FL. Dr. Gonzalez-ochoa specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Gonzalez-ochoa 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
Autonomous University of Baja California / School of Medicine
Universidad AutÛnoma de Baja California Facultad de Medicina Mexicali
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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