Dr. Weiwen Vivian Shih MD
Nephrologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Nephrology
300 Pasteur Dr Stanford CA, 94305About
Dr. Weiwen Shih is a pediatric nephrologist practicing in Stanford, CA. Dr. Shih specializes in caring for children with chronic conditions such as hypertension, kidney disease, and chronic dialysis. Pediatric nephrologists have extensive knowledge on the dialysis and transplant processes, while simultaneously developing lasting relationships with the families of their young patients.
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