Dr. Thomas L Moffatt M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
671 Hioaks Rd Suite B Richmond VA, 23225About
Dr. Thomas Moffatt is a nephrologist practicing in Richmond, VA. Dr. Moffatt specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Moffatt 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 Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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