
Dr. Karla Nadine Vital MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
11920 Astoria Blvd Suite 370 Houston TX, 77089About
Dr. Karla Vital is a nephrologist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Vital specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Vital 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
University of Florida College of Medicine 1999
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
Provider Details
Dr. Karla Nadine Vital MD's Practice location
Practice At 11920 Astoria Blvd Suite 370
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- Shantrice
I super loved loved her, I would recommend her to all my friends, family and who ever need a nephrologist. She is super nice, listens and you can't ask for anything more. I can't remember but it was not a long wait time.
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