Dr. Michael K Polnerow D.O.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
701 N Clayton St Suite 401 Wilmington DE, 19805About
Dr. Michael Polnerow is a nephrologist practicing in Wilmington, DE. Dr. Polnerow specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Polnerow 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
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 1978
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Professional Memberships
- Member American Osteopathic Association, DO
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