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Dr. Irfan Saeed Chughtai, M.D.
Internal Medicine - Nephrology
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 455 Lewis Ave, Suite 214, Meriden, CT 06451
Phone: 203-237-6700    

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Nephrology: An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.


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