Dr. Arun Chawla M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
3400 S Crater Rd Ste#b Petersburg VA, 23805About
Dr. Chawla had been practicing in Virginia prior to moving to New Jersey along with his wife and two beautiful daughters. He has a passion for world history and various cultures, most recently studying Mongolian and French cultures. He also enjoys playing tennis.
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Dr. Arun Chawla M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Can low sodium affect my kidneys?
If your creatinine (blood test for kidneys) returned to normal then you should not have any long term damage READ MORE
Is there an alternative to dialysis in case of kidney patients?
Sorry to hear that her creatinine is worsening but unfortunately, there are only 2 ways of having kidney replacement therapy - dialysis or kidney transplant, if she is eligible to get one. READ MORE
Fellowships
- Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Nephrology, The National Kidney Foundation
Articles and Publications
- Published
What do you attribute your success to?
Good training, mentorship, hard work, and persistence.
Hobbies / Sports
- World History, Different Cultures, Playing Tennis
Favorite professional publications
- New England Journal of Medicine, Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology
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