Dr. Christopher W Valentine M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
456 W 10th Ave Columbus OH, 43210About
Dr. Christopher Valentine is a nephrologist practicing in Columbus, OH. Dr. Valentine specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Valentine 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.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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- Kidney Problems, Pyelonephritis, Hemodialysis And More
Fellowships
- Nephrology: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 2001
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