Dr. Robert H Ferguson M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
562 Shearer St Greensburg PA, 15601About
Dr. Robert Ferguson is a nephrologist practicing in Greensburg, PA. Dr. Ferguson specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Ferguson 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
Univ of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1979
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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