Overview
Dr. Bitzer graduated from the University of Erlangen-Nurnberg, Germany and also received a chemistry master's degree from the University of Erlangen-Nurnberg, Germany. He completed his internal medicine/nephrology residency at the University of Erlangen-Nurnberg, Germany and medicine residency at Montefiore Medical Center, New York. He completed his nephrology fellowship at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York. Dr. Bitzer is board-certified in internal medicine and nephrology. He has a special interest in all aspects of general adult nephrology, including chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Dr. Bitzer is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Nephropathy, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Nephrectomy.
Dr. Bitzer is board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 74 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Bitzer is currently accepting new patients.
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
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- PPO
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Locations
1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception C, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
4260 Plymouth Rd, Level 1, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
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. Markus Bitzer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Markus Bitzer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Markus Bitzer by calling their office at 888-287-1084. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Markus Bitzer a top-rated expert for Diabetic Nephropathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Markus Bitzer is classified as an Distinguished 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. Markus Bitzer specialize in?
While Dr. Markus Bitzer is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Nephropathy, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, and Chronic Kidney Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.
Does Dr. Markus Bitzer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Markus Bitzer has published 74 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Nephropathy. You can view a list of Dr. Markus Bitzer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Markus Bitzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Markus Bitzer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-287-1084 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Bitzer isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Bitzer isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- Focal Segmental GlomerulosclerosisDr. Bitzer isDistinguished. Learn about Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis.
- Advanced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Congenital Nephrotic SyndromeDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome.
- Diffuse Mesangial SclerosisDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Diffuse Mesangial Sclerosis.
- Feingold SyndromeDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Feingold Syndrome.
- GlomerulonephritisDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.
- High Potassium LevelDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about High Potassium Level.
- Low Sodium LevelDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Low Sodium Level.
- Lupus NephritisDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Lupus Nephritis.
- Minimal Change DiseaseDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Minimal Change Disease.
- NecrosisDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- NephrectomyDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrectomy.
- Nephrotic SyndromeDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrotic Syndrome.
- Thin Basement Membrane Nephropathy
- Wilson DiseaseDr. Bitzer isAdvanced. Learn about Wilson Disease.
- Experienced
- Acute Arterial Occlusion of KidneyDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney.
- Acute Tubular NecrosisDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Acute Tubular Necrosis.
- Autosomal Dominant Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis
- Autosomal Dominant HypocalcemiaDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia.
- Autosomal Recessive Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis
- BoilsDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- CarbuncleDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP)Dr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP).
- Dent DiseaseDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Dent Disease.
- Distal Renal Tubular AcidosisDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Familial HyperaldosteronismDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hyperaldosteronism.
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
- FolliculitisDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Gitelman SyndromeDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Gitelman Syndrome.
- Hepatorenal SyndromeDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Hepatorenal Syndrome.
- HyperaldosteronismDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Hyperaldosteronism.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- Hypophosphatasia (HPP)Dr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Hypophosphatasia (HPP).
- HypophosphatemiaDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Hypophosphatemia.
- IgA NephropathyDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about IgA Nephropathy.
- Interstitial NephritisDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Nephritis.
- Juvenile Paget's DiseaseDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Paget's Disease.
- Kidney StonesDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Kidney Stones.
- Liddle SyndromeDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Liddle Syndrome.
- Liver FailureDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- NephrosclerosisDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Nephrosclerosis.
- Polycystic Kidney DiseaseDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Polycystic Kidney Disease.
- Poststreptococcal GlomerulonephritisDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis.
- Primary Tubular Proximal AcidosisDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Primary Tubular Proximal Acidosis.
- Proximal Renal Tubular AcidosisDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Proximal Renal Tubular Acidosis.
- Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 1Dr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 1.
- Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 2Dr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 2.
- Renal Tubular AcidosisDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Renal Tubular Acidosis.
- Renovascular HypertensionDr. Bitzer isExperienced. Learn about Renovascular Hypertension.
- Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH)