
Dr. Jianchao Xu M.D., PH.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
950 Campbell Ave Bldg #3, Room E203 West Haven CT, 06516About
Dr. Jianchao Xu is a nephrologist practicing in West Haven, CT. Dr. Xu specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Xu 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
Hengyang Med Coll- Hengyang- Hunan- China 1985
Hengyang Medical College 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Vascular Disease
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