Dr. Stephen N Turitzin MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
600 Coffee Rd Modesto CA, 95355About
Dr. Stephen Turitzin is a nephrologist practicing in Modesto, CA. Dr. Turitzin specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Turitzin 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 Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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