Dr. Randall D Hicks M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
2024 15th St Fl 2 Meridian MS, 39301About
Dr. Randall Hicks is a nephrologist practicing in Meridian, MS. Dr. Hicks specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Hicks 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 Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms 1984
University of Mississippi School of Medicine 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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