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Dr. Gerald A. Rigg M.D., Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist)
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Dr. Gerald A. Rigg M.D.

Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology

34815 W. Michigan Ave Wayne MI, 48184
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Dr. Gerald Rigg is a nephrologist practicing in Detroit, MI. Dr. Rigg specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Rigg 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

Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1962

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 55 years of experience

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Dr. Gerald A. Rigg M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 2799 W Grand Blvd

2799 W Grand Blvd -
Detroit, MI 48202
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New patients: 313-916-2600
Fax: 313-916-3235, 734-354-5960
http://www.henryford.com/

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34815 W. Michigan Ave -
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