Dr. Robert Andrew Metzger MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
2415 N Orange Ave Suite 700 Orlando FL, 32804About
Dr. Robert Metzger is a nephrologist practicing in Orlando, FL. Dr. Metzger specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Metzger 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
Creighton University School of Medicine
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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