Overview
Amith Shamir is a Nephrologist in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shamir has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Acute Kidney Failure, Low Sodium Level, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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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 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osmotic Demyelination Syndrome, Low Sodium Level, Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), and Osmotic Diuresis.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amith Shamir
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amith Shamir?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amith 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 Shamir a top-rated expert for Diabetic Nephropathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amith 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 Shamir specialize in?
While Dr. Amith 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 Shamir participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amith Shamir has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Nephropathy. You can view a list of Dr. Amith 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 Shamir accept my insurance?
Dr. Amith 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.
- 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.