Dr. Chao-yu Yu Hsu M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
6701 Rockside Rd Suite 365 Independence OH, 44131About
Dr. Chao-yu Hsu is a nephrologist practicing in Independence, OH. Dr. Hsu specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Hsu 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
University of Toronto, Canada MD
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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