Dr. Matthew G Pyenta D.O.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
710 Main St Lewiston ME, 04240About
Dr. Matthew Pyenta is a nephrologist practicing in Lewiston, ME. Dr. Pyenta specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Pyenta 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
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine 2001
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