Dr. Ethan Thomas Hoerschgen M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1911 S National Ave Suite 301 Springfield MO, 65804About
Dr. Ethan Hoerschgen is a nephrologist practicing in Springfield, MO. Dr. Hoerschgen specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Hoerschgen 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 2004
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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