Dr. Mita Manhar Shah M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
4510 Executive Drive San Diego CA, 92121About
Dr. Mita Shah is a nephrologist practicing in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Shah specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Shah 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 Florida, College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL Medical Degree
Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, OR Other Degree
UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego, CA Other Degree
Nephrologist Medical Degree
Associate Professor of Medicine Medical Degree
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
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