Dr. Asif Saeed Kazmi, MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1251 Wesley Dr Ste 104 Memphis TN, 38116About
Asif Saeed Kazmi, MD, is a nephrologist who diagnoses and treats patients at Mid-South Renal Clinic in Marion, AR. Serving the community since 2000, Mid-South Renal Clinic was established in Marion, Arkansas as a single-specialty practice, focused on the care of patients with kidney disease and hypertension. Furthermore, Dr. Kazmi is the Medical Director for DaVita Forrest City and is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Crittenden, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, Methodist University Hospital, and Saint Francis Hospital – Memphis. As a nephrologist, he specializes in the treatment of kidney disease, from diet and medication to renal replacement therapy.
Education and Training
Nishtar Medical College medical degree 0
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Medical Director DaVita Forrest City -
Professional Memberships
- American Medical Society
Fellowships
- University of Tennessee nephrology
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Get to know Nephrologist Dr. Asif Saeed Kazmi, who serves patients in Marion, Arkansas.
An excellent nephrologist, Dr. Kazmi is affiliated with Mid-South Renal Clinic, which he joined in 2007. His clinical interests include adult nephrology, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and pre/post kidney transplant management.
Serving the community since 2000, Mid-South Renal Clinic was established in Marion, Arkansas as a single-specialty practice, focused on the care of patients with kidney disease and hypertension. The physicians are board-certified in nephrology and internal medicine, and are committed to giving the best patient experience and specialized care.
Regarding his educational background, Dr. Kazmi earned his medical degree from Nishtar Medical College in Pakistan. After relocating to the United States, he went on to complete his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in nephrology with the University of Tennessee.
An active member of American Medical Society, the doctor is board-certified in nephrology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Known for his quiet demeanor and compassionate care, Dr. Kazmi is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Crittenden, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, Methodist University Hospital, and Saint Francis Hospital – Memphis. He is also the Medical Director for DaVita Forrest City.
Nephrology is a specialty of medicine and pediatrics that concerns itself with the kidneys. It is the study of normal kidney function and kidney disease, the preservation of kidney health, and the treatment of kidney disease, from diet and medication to renal replacement therapy. Nephrologists have advanced training in treating kidney disease. They diagnose and treat kidney failure, as well as help patients by prescribing medications, offering special diet advice, and coordinating dialysis care or kidney transplantation when it becomes necessary.
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