Dr. Carmen S Slavov MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
5525 Etiwanda Ave Suite 211 Tarzana CA, 91356About
Dr. Carmen Slavov is a nephrologist practicing in Tarzana, CA. Dr. Slavov specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Slavov 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
Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy 1994
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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