Meaning of the word nephrologist in English

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nephrologist

US /nɪˈfrɑː.lə.dʒɪst/
UK /nɪˈfrɑː.lə.dʒɪst/
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Noun

1.

a medical doctor who specializes in kidney diseases

Example:
The patient was referred to a nephrologist for chronic kidney disease.
A nephrologist manages conditions such as kidney failure and hypertension.
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