Dr. Nicholas Gourtzelis MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
10004 Kennerly Rd Suite 374b Saint Louis MO, 63128About
Dr. Nicholas Gourtzelis is a nephrologist practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Gourtzelis specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Gourtzelis 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
Saba University / School of Medicine
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Fellowships
- St. Louis University St. Louis Missouri
- St. Louis University Health Sciences Center, Program 1
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