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Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu, MD

Nephrology* Age 70
Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu, MD
4.5 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu, MD is a Nephrologist in Monterey Park, CA.
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Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu, MD

Nephrology* Age 70
Monterey Park, CA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu, MD is a Nephrologist in Monterey Park, CA.

About

Dr. Hwu graduated from The Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu, MD is a Nephrologist in Monterey Park, CA and has 44 years experience. Dr. Hwu currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center and Garfield Medical Center. Dr. Hwu has experience treating conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II and Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hwu received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Hwu's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Hwu also speaks Chinese and Mandarin. Dr. Hwu is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Immunization Administration
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Immunization Administration
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Immunization Administration
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Proteinuria
Acute Kidney Failure
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
End-Stage Renal Disease
Fever
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Gout
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Hydronephrosis
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertension
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Kidney Stones
Nausea
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Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vitamin D Deficiency
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Abdominal Pain
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adult Failure to Thrive
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
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Arthritis
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Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
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Bronchitis
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Nephritic Syndrome
Congenital Medullary Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Polycystic Kidney Disease
Constipation
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Dehydration
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Folic Acid Deficiency
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Goodpasture's Disease
Headache
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Heart Disease
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hives
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Hyperlipidemia
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypoglycemia
Hypotension
Hypothyroidism
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Migraine
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Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteomalacia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pericardial Disease
Pharyngitis
Pneumonia
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postherpetic Neuralgia
Rash
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Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
Secondary Hypertension
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sinus Tachycardia
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Systemic Vasculitis
Throat Pain
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Tonsillitis
Ureteral Stones
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vasculitis
Venous Compression
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound, Renal

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  • Marketplace CA HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Pacific Nephrology Medical Group Inc.
    120 E Emerson Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91755
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (626) 280-0676
  2. 2 San Gabriel Dialysis Center
    1801 W Valley Blvd Ste 102, Alhambra, CA 91803
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (626) 457-6540
  3. 3 Rosemead Springs Dialysis Center
    3212 Rosemead Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (626) 280-2080
  4. 4 Alhambra Kidney Care
    1237 E Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (626) 741-0707
  5. 5 Garfield Hemodialysis Center
    118 Hilliard Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91754
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (626) 288-5796

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Mar 05, 2022
Best doctor ever! My husband has had very good experiences with him for years. Every interaction with him and his staff has always been very pleasant and professional. I would highly recommend him!
Alice — Mar 05, 2022
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Chinese
Mandarin
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Nephrology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • The Johns Hopkins University
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Maryland General Hospital
    1982
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Cedars Sinai Medical Center
    1986
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hwu's profile.

Dr. Hwu frequently treats the following conditions: Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II and Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu, MD is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center and Garfield Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Jim-Jer Hwu, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA

  • Alhambra Hospital Medical Center

    100 S Raymond Ave, Alhambra, CA

  • Garfield Medical Center

    525 N Garfield Ave, Monterey Park, CA