David W. Doner, Jr.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
404 South San Marcos Road Santa Barbara California, 93111About
Dr. David Doner, Jr. is a nephrologist practicing in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Doner, Jr. specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Doner, Jr. 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
Ohio State University College of Medicine
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine- Nephrology
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Speaks by Request -
Awards
- Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award, Boston University
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Internships
- University of Rochester
Fellowships
- Boston University (Nephrology)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, American Society of Nephrology
Articles and Publications
- 3-4 Publications
What do you attribute your success to?
Love of his Work and his Patients, His Staff being Excellent and Having Worked with Excellent Colleagues
Hobbies / Sports
- Meditation, Walking, Travel
Favorite professional publications
- Annals of Internal Medicine
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