
Dr. Heather L, Ratliff DO
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
400 N Jefferson St Lewisburg WV, 24901About
Dr. Heather Ratliff is a nephrologist practicing in Lewisburg, WV. Dr. Ratliff specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Ratliff 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
West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Med 2005
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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