Dr. Melissa Cadnapaphornchai MD
Nephrologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Nephrology
13123 E 16th Ave Aurora CO, 80045About
Dr. Melissa Cadnapaphornchai is a pediatric nephrologist practicing in Aurora, CO. Dr. Cadnapaphornchai 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.
Education and Training
University of Michigan Medical School 1993
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1994
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD- 2006
Provider Details
Treatments
- Kidney Problems, Kidney Transplant, Kidney Surgery
- Birth Defects
Professional Memberships
- Board Member International Pediatric Nephrology Association
- Board Member International Society of Nephrology
- Board Member American Society of Nephrology
- Board Member American Society of Pediatric Nephrology
- Board Member International Pediatric Nephrology Association
- Member American Society of Pediatric Nephrology -
Fellowships
- University of Colorado 2000
- University of Virginia Program, Pediatrics - Pediatric Nephrology 1998
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