Dr. Ellen G Bedichek M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
671 Hioaks Rd Suite B Richmond VA, 23225About
Dr. Ellen Bedichek is a nephrologist practicing in Richmond, VA. Dr. Bedichek specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Bedichek 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
Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny 1986
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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