Biography
Dr. Xu received a B.S. degree in Biochemistry (1998) from the University of California, San Diego. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree (2005) from St. George's University. Following his MD degree he completed his Internal Medicine residency training at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix and Nephrology fellowship at the University of New Mexico.
Personal Statement
I have a special interest in the clinical area of peritoneal dialysis (PD), a type of renal replacement therapy that patients suffering from end-stage kidney disease can perform in the comfort of their own homes. As Medical Director of the Home Dialysis program, my staff and I aim to increase awareness that PD can be a superb dialysis option with myriad potential benefits, including general well-being due to its gentler nature, independence, greater lifestyle flexibility, less restricted diet, and longer lasting residual kidney function.
Areas of Specialty
Specialization #1 Chronic kidney disease Specialization #2 Hemodialysis Specialization #3 Peritoneal dialysis Specialization #4 Hypertension Specialization #5 Electrolyte disorders
Certifications
Certification #1 American Board of Internal Medicine Certification #2 American Board of Internal Medicine - Nephrology
Achievements & Awards
Faculty of the Year Award, 2015
Languages
- Chinese
- Cantonese