Dr. Kenneth S. Nitahara MD
Urologist
4647 Zion Ave San Diego CA, 92120About
Dr. Kenneth Nitahara is a urologist practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Nitahara specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1992
Board Certification
UrologyAmerican Board of UrologyABU
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