Dr. David Faitell MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
2 Pro Health Plz New Hyde Park NY, 11042About
Dr. David Faitell is a nephrologist practicing in New Hyde Park, NY. Dr. Faitell specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Faitell 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 Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny 1982
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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