Dr. Karo Torosian D.O
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
9834 GENESEE AVE STE 312 LA JOLLA CA, 92037About
Dr. Karo Torosian is a nephrologist practicing in LA JOLLA, CA. Dr. Torosian specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Torosian 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.
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- Ani
His staff is wonderful as well. Very patient, on top of things and always go above and beyond to make sure my dad is taken care of. Thank you Dr Torosian for you professionalism and for giving my dad the best possible chance for quality of life.
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