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Dr. Merry Downer, MD

Nephrology* Age 67
Dr. Merry Downer, MD
4.2 (5 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Merry Downer, MD is a Nephrologist in Springfield, IL.
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Dr. Merry Downer, MD

Nephrology* Age 67
Springfield, IL
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Merry Downer, MD is a Nephrologist in Springfield, IL.

About

Dr. Downer graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1988 and completed a residency at Advocate Il Masonic Medical Center|University of Mi Hosps and Health Ctrs.Dr. Merry Downer, MD is a Nephrologist in Springfield, IL and has 36 years experience. Dr. Downer currently practices at Springfield Clinic Carpenter and are affiliated with FHN Memorial Hospital. At present, Dr. Downer received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Downer's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Downer is board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Offers Telehealth

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Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Enter a condition or procedure
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Vitamin D Deficiency
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Vitamin D Deficiency
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Vitamin D Deficiency
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Acute Kidney Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
End-Stage Renal Disease
Gout
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Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertension
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Proteinuria
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Acidosis
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Acute Glomerulonephritis
Alkalosis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hydronephrosis
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypokalemia
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Kidney Hypertrophy
Kidney Stones
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Nephrotic Syndrome
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Renal Osteodystrophy
Traumatic Acute Kidney Injury
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
End-Stage Renal Disease Related Services
Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound

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  • Blue Choice Preferred Care PPO
    Blue Choice PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Springfield Clinic
    350 W Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Downer
4.2
Based on 5 Reviews
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Mar 20, 2018
I was following up on lifestyle changes to prevent future kidney stones and she was always very warm, friendly, knowledgeable, clear, and easy to talk to. Her recommendations were practical and realistic and she never seemed rushed or uninterested.
E — Mar 20, 2018
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Specialties*
Nephrology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Advocate Il Masonic Medical Center|University of Mi Hosps and Health Ctrs
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Merry Downer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Downer's profile.

Dr. Merry Downer, MD is affiliated with FHN Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Merry Downer, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • FHN Memorial Hospital

    1045 W Stephenson St, Freeport, IL