Dr. Arshia Ghaffari D.O.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1520 San Pablo St Suite 1000 Los Angeles CA, 90033About
Dr. Arshia Ghaffari is a nephrologist practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Ghaffari specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Ghaffari 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
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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