Dr. Lekha K George MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1325 Eastmoreland, Suite 360 Memphis TN, 38104About
Dr. Lekha George is a nephrologist practicing in Memphis, TN. Dr. George specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. George 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
Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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