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Dr. Peter Friend, MD

Nephrology
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Overview of Dr. Peter Friend, MD

Dr. Peter Friend, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in La Jolla, CA. They completed their fellowship with U Minn Hosps

Dr. Friend works at Mercy Physicians Medical Group,Scripps Physicians Medical Group in La Jolla, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Calcium Metabolism Disorders, Hypercalcemia and Hyperkalemia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Friend's Office Locations

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    Mercy Physicians Medical Group,Scripps Physicians Medical Group
    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 420, La Jolla, CA 92037 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 453-9460
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
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    08:00 - 17:00
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    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

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    About Dr. Peter Friend, MD

    Specialties
    • Nephrology
    Specialties
    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1609825256
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • U Minn Hosps
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • U Minn Hosps
    Residency
    Internship
    • VA Hosp
    Internship
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Friend works at Mercy Physicians Medical Group,Scripps Physicians Medical Group in La Jolla, CA. View the full address on Dr. Friend’s profile.

    Dr. Friend has seen patients for Calcium Metabolism Disorders, Hypercalcemia and Hyperkalemia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Friend on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    1 patients have reviewed Dr. Friend. 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. Friend.

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