Overview
Amith Shamir is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.
Dr. Shamir is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Nephropathy, Acute Kidney Failure, Low Sodium Level, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
1 Nolte Dr Bldg 700, Kittanning, PA 16201
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shamir has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
UPMC Kidney Clinic
Dr. Rondon is an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Renal-Electrolyte Division at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and Program Director of the Nephrology Fellowship Training Program at UPMC Medical Education. He also serves as Associate Clinical Director of the Renal-Electrolyte Division and Chief of Renal Services at UPMC Magee Womens Hospital. Dr. Rondon was born and raised in Lima, Peru, where he attended Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and then a fellowship in Nephrology at UPMC Medical Education. Dr. Rondon also has a Master of Science degree in Medical Education from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Rondon has published several manuscripts in the area of hyponatremia. His current research includes the effect of oral urea on the clinical outcomes associated with chronic non-severe hyponatremia. Other interests include electrolyte physiology and medical education. His interest in medical education focuses on innovative ways to teach fluid, electrolytes and acid-base disorders to residents and students. Dr. Rondon is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and American Society of Nephrology. Dr. Rondon is also a former Harvard Macy Scholar.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Rondon is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osmotic Demyelination Syndrome, Low Sodium Level, Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), and Osmotic Diuresis. Dr. Rondon is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rondon is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amith R. Shamir
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amith R. Shamir?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amith R. Shamir by calling their office at 724-548-1395. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amith R. Shamir a top-rated expert for Diabetic Nephropathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amith R. Shamir is classified as an Advanced expert for Diabetic Nephropathy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Amith R. Shamir specialize in?
While Dr. Amith R. Shamir is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Nephropathy, Acute Kidney Failure, and Low Sodium Level. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.
Does Dr. Amith R. Shamir participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amith R. Shamir has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Nephropathy. You can view a list of Dr. Amith R. Shamir's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amith R. Shamir accept my insurance?
Dr. Amith R. Shamir accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 724-548-1395 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Shamir isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Shamir isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Shamir isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- High Potassium LevelDr. Shamir isAdvanced. Learn about High Potassium Level.
- Low Sodium LevelDr. Shamir isAdvanced. Learn about Low Sodium Level.
- NecrosisDr. Shamir isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- NephrosclerosisDr. Shamir isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrosclerosis.
- Polycystic Kidney DiseaseDr. Shamir isAdvanced. Learn about Polycystic Kidney Disease.
- Experienced
- Acute Arterial Occlusion of KidneyDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney.
- Acute Nephritic SyndromeDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Acute Nephritic Syndrome.
- Acute Tubular NecrosisDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Acute Tubular Necrosis.
- Alport SyndromeDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Alport Syndrome.
- BoilsDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- CarbuncleDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP)Dr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP).
- Diabetes Insipidus (DI)Dr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Diabetes Insipidus (DI).
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
- Focal Segmental GlomerulosclerosisDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis.
- FolliculitisDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Gitelman SyndromeDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Gitelman Syndrome.
- Granulomatosis with PolyangiitisDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- HypercalcemiaDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- Hypophosphatasia (HPP)Dr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Hypophosphatasia (HPP).
- HypophosphatemiaDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Hypophosphatemia.
- Juvenile Paget's DiseaseDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Paget's Disease.
- Kidney StonesDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Kidney Stones.
- Lactic AcidosisDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Lactic Acidosis.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- Magnesium DeficiencyDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Magnesium Deficiency.
- Metabolic AcidosisDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Acidosis.
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- Neurohypophyseal Diabetes InsipidusDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Neurohypophyseal Diabetes Insipidus.
- Renovascular HypertensionDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Renovascular Hypertension.
- Respiratory AcidosisDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Respiratory Acidosis.
- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)Dr. Shamir isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).

