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Dr. Gerald Needham, DO

Nephrology
5.0 (2)
Map Pin Small Clearwater, FL
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. Gerald Needham, DO

Dr. Gerald Needham, DO is a Nephrology Specialist in Clearwater, FL. They specialize in Nephrology, has 28 years of experience. They graduated from MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY and is affiliated with Hca Florida Largo Hospital. Dr. Needham, completed a residency at Suncoast Hospital - Largo. Patients rated Dr. Needham an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Needham works at Bay Area Nephrology in Clearwater, FL. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Needham's Office Locations

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    Bay Area Nephrology
    1305 S Fort Harrison Ave Ste H, Clearwater, FL 33756 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (727) 428-9432
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    08:30 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:00

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    About Dr. Gerald Needham, DO

    Specialties
    • Nephrology
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    Years of Experience
    • 28 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1962427195
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
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    • Suncoast Hospital - Largo
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    • Suncoast Hospital
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    Medical Education
    • MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Hca Florida Largo Hospital

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    Dr. Gerald Needham, DO is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Needham is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Needham works at Bay Area Nephrology in Clearwater, FL. View the full address on Dr. Needham’s profile.

    2 patients have reviewed Dr. Needham. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Needham.

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