Dr. Ferdinand Q Alcaide M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
6228 Bradley Park Dr Suite A Columbus GA, 31904About
Dr. Ferdinand Alcaide is a nephrologist practicing in Columbus, GA. Dr. Alcaide specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Alcaide 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 Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery 1987
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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