Dr. Carlos Torres-rivera MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
204 Southpark Cir E Saint Augustine FL, 32086About
Dr. Carlos Torres-rivera is a nephrologist practicing in Saint Augustine, FL. Dr. Torres-rivera specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Torres-rivera 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
Universidad Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- Kidney Stones
- High Cholesterol
- Acid Reflux
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Vascular Disease
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