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Dr. Michael Achinger, MD

Nephrology* Age 55
Dr. Michael Achinger, MD
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Dr. Michael Achinger, MD is a Nephrologist in Lakeland, FL.
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Dr. Michael Achinger, MD

Nephrology* Age 55
Lakeland, FL
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
Dr. Michael Achinger, MD is a Nephrologist in Lakeland, FL.

About

Dr. Achinger graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School. Dr. Michael Achinger, MD is a Nephrologist in Lakeland, FL and has 29 years experience. Dr. Achinger currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Lakeland Regional Medical Center. Dr. Achinger has experience treating conditions like Mineral Metabolism Disorders, Chronic Kidney Diseases and Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Achinger received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Dr. Achinger's office accepts new patients. Dr. Achinger is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Hypertension
Secondary Hypertension
Acute Kidney Failure
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
End-Stage Renal Disease
Foot Infection
Gout
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypokalemia
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Kidney Stones
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Nausea
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Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Renal Osteodystrophy
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vitamin D Deficiency
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Administrative Physical
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Amyloidosis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Nephritic Syndrome
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Cold Sore
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Medullary Cystic Kidney Disease
Constipation
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Folic Acid Deficiency
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Genital Herpes
Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hydronephrosis
Hyperlipidemia
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
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 Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail Infection
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nephrotic Syndrome
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteomalacia
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pneumonia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Proteinuria
Purpura
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Pyonephrosis
Radiculopathy
Restless Leg Syndrome
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Strep Throat
Swine Flu
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Venous Compression
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Diabetes Counseling
Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Plasmapheresis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound, Kidney
Wellness Examination

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Locations

  1. 1 Watson Clinic LLP
    1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (863) 680-7845
  2. 2 Watson Clinic LLP Plant City
    615 E Alexander St, Plant City, FL 33563
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (863) 680-7190
  3. 3 Office
    2000 Osprey Blvd Ste 201, Bartow, FL 33830
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (863) 680-7190
  4. 4 Watson Clinic LLP South
    1033 N Parkway Frontage Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (863) 680-7190
  5. 5 Fresenius Kidney Care Lakeland
    1550 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (863) 680-7560

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Jul 12, 2017
Has been my doc quite a while now, and I think he is an excellent doc, listens to what you have to say, and does not rush you out the door.
Rick L. Smith in Polk City, FL — Jul 12, 2017
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Specialties*
Nephrology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Minnesota Medical School
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Achinger, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Achinger's profile.

Dr. Achinger frequently treats the following conditions: Mineral Metabolism Disorders, Chronic Kidney Diseases and Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Michael Achinger, MD is affiliated with Lakeland Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Michael Achinger, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center

    1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL