Dr. Ryan P Mcdonald MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
2020 Gravier St New Orleans LA, 70112About
Dr. Ryan Mcdonald is a nephrologist practicing in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Mcdonald specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Mcdonald 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
Saint Louis University School of Medicine 2005
St. Matthew's University School of Medicine (Belize)
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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