
Dr. Cynthia A. Desoi M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
710 Main St Lewiston ME, 04240About
Dr. Cynthia Desoi is a nephrologist practicing in Lewiston, ME. Dr. Desoi specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Desoi 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 Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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