Overview
Dr. David Ploth is a medical school graduate of Creighton University. He received his M.D. and completed his nephrology clinical fellowship at the University of Iowa.Dr. Ploth's research interests are in renovascular hypertension, specifically the renal mechanisms involved in the initiation and maintenance of elevated blood pressure in both experimental and clinical settings. He is also the editor of the American Journal of Medical Sciences.
Dr. Ploth is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Acute Kidney Failure.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David W. Ploth
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David W. Ploth?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David W. Ploth by calling their office at 843-792-1414. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David W. Ploth a top-rated expert for Chronic Kidney Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David W. Ploth is classified as an Advanced expert for Chronic Kidney Disease, 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. David W. Ploth specialize in?
While Dr. David W. Ploth is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Kidney Disease, Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.
Does Dr. David W. Ploth participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David W. Ploth has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease. You can view a list of Dr. David W. Ploth's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David W. Ploth accept my insurance?
Dr. David W. Ploth accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-1414 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
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- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Ploth isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Experienced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Ploth isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Ploth isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- GlomerulonephritisDr. Ploth isExperienced. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.
- Interstitial NephritisDr. Ploth isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Nephritis.
- Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis
- Minimal Change DiseaseDr. Ploth isExperienced. Learn about Minimal Change Disease.