Dr. Parham Eftekhari D.O.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
64 Robbins St Waterbury CT, 06708About
Dr. Parham Eftekhari is a nephrologist practicing in Waterbury, CT. Dr. Eftekhari specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Eftekhari 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
Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine 2006
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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