Dr. Alfred Jacobs, jr MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
615 S Preston St Louisville KY, 40202About
Dr. Alfred Jacobs, jr is a nephrologist practicing in Louisville, KY. Dr. Jacobs, jr specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Jacobs, jr 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 Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1982
University Of Southwestern Louisiana 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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