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Dr. David William Ploth MD, Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist)
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Dr. David William Ploth MD

Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology

171 Ashley Ave Charleston SC, 29425

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Dr. David Ploth is a nephrologist practicing in Charleston, SC. Dr. Ploth specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Ploth 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 Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1967

Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1967

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

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Dr. David William Ploth MD's Practice location

Practice At 171 Ashley Ave

171 Ashley Ave -
Charleston, SC 29425
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Dr. David Ploth, MD

292 Meeting St -
Charleston, SC 29401
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