Overview
Bakri Alzarka is a Pediatric Nephrologist in Baltimore, Maryland. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Urethral Valves, Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease, Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency, and Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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22 S Greene St, Baltimore, MD 21201
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.
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Marva Moxey is a Pediatric Nephrologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Moxey is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Reflux Nephropathy, Nephrotic Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant.
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Dr. Rebecca Ruebner is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She provides care for children with kidney problems of any type including hypertension, hematuria, proteinuria, kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, dialysis, and kidney transplant. She is the medical director of pediatric dialysis. Dr. Ruebner received her undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her residency at Boston Children’s Hospital where she also served as chief pediatric resident. She completed her fellowship in pediatric nephrology at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. During her fellowship, she received a Master's Degree in Clinical Epidemiology from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Ruebner became a faculty member at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in 2012 before joining the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2016. Dr. Ruebner's clinical research is focused on clinical care and outcomes of children with chronic kidney disease and end-stage kidney disease. Dr. Ruebner is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome, D-Plus Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Bakri Alzarka
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Bakri Alzarka?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Bakri Alzarka by calling their office at 410-328-6749. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Bakri Alzarka a top-rated expert for Posterior Urethral Valves?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bakri Alzarka is classified as an Experienced expert for Posterior Urethral Valves, 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. Bakri Alzarka specialize in?
While Dr. Bakri Alzarka is a Pediatric Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Posterior Urethral Valves, Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease, and Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Nephrology.
Does Dr. Bakri Alzarka participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Bakri Alzarka has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Posterior Urethral Valves. You can view a list of Dr. Bakri Alzarka's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Bakri Alzarka accept my insurance?
Dr. Bakri Alzarka accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 410-328-6749 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- Achalasia Microcephaly SyndromeDr. Alzarka isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.
- Alport SyndromeDr. Alzarka isExperienced. Learn about Alport Syndrome.
- Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease
- GlomerulonephritisDr. Alzarka isExperienced. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.
- MicrocephalyDr. Alzarka isExperienced. Learn about Microcephaly.
- Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency