Dr. Howard Lifland, MD

Nephrology* Age 71

5.0 (1 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

Columbia, SC

Dr. Howard Lifland, MD is a Nephrologist in Columbia, SC.

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5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. Howard Lifland, MD

Nephrology* Age 71

Columbia, SC

Accepting new patients

43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Howard Lifland, MD is a Nephrologist in Columbia, SC.

Show Phone Number (803) 252-9907

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Dr. Lifland graduated from Universita Campus Bio-Medico Di Roma, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia in 1981 and completed a residency at University of Virginia.Dr. Howard Lifland, MD is a Nephrologist in Columbia, SC and has 43 years experience. Dr. Lifland currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Newberry County Memorial Hospital, MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown and Lexington Medical Center. Dr. Lifland has experience treating conditions like Vitamin D Deficiency, Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV and Gout among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Lifland's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lifland is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Vitamin D Deficiency

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Locations

Columbia Nephrology Associates PA
121 Park Central Dr Ste 200, Columbia, SC 29203
Directions (803) 252-9907
Saluda Pointe Family Medicine
3630 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169
Directions (803) 999-1448
Newberry Dialysis Center
2041 Medical Park Dr, Newberry, SC 29108
Directions (803) 276-2860

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Dec 04, 2017

A superb doctor who has a wonderful bedside manner, is very thorough and listens clearly to his patients.

Arnold Breman in Columbia, SC — Dec 04, 2017

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Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education

Universita Campus Bio-Medico Di Roma, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia
1981

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine and Nephrology

Internship

University Va Affil Hosps|University of Virginia Hospital
1983

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University of Virginia
1985

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Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
1987

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What are Dr. Lifland's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Lifland in specializes in Nephrology. See more on Sharecare.

What conditions does Dr. Howard Lifland, MD treat?

Dr. Lifland frequently treats the following conditions: Vitamin D Deficiency, Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV and Gout. See more on Sharecare.

What is Dr. Lifland's office address?

Dr. Lifland's office is located at 121 Park Central Dr Ste 200 Columbia, SC 29203. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

Is Dr. Howard Lifland, MD able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Lifland provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Howard Lifland, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Howard Lifland, MD is affiliated with Newberry County Memorial Hospital, MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown and Lexington Medical Center.

Is Dr. Howard Lifland, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Howard Lifland, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Does Dr. Howard Lifland, MD receive good ratings from patients?

Dr. Howard Lifland, MD has a star rating of 5.0/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

Hospital Affiliations

Newberry County Memorial Hospital
497 PO Box, Newberry, SC
MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown
2435 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC
Lexington Medical Center
2720 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC

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