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Dr. Howard Lifland, MD

Dr. Howard Lifland, MD

Nephrology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Howard Lifland, MD is a nephrologist in Columbia, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lifland has extensive experience in Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy and Nephrological Conditions. He graduated from Universita Campus Bio-Medico Di Roma, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities Newberry County Memorial Hospital and Lexington Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 1 review 5 Star Rating (1 review)

Practice

121 Park Central Dr Ste 200 Columbia, SC 29203
Telehealth available

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(803) 252-9907

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lifland is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center West Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lifland specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lifland's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lifland

5.0

1 rating, 1 with written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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2 people found this helpful
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Arnold Breman in Columbia, SC – Dec 04, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Howard Lifland, MD is a nephrologist in Columbia, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lifland has extensive experience in Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy and Nephrological Conditions. He graduated from Universita...read more

  • Nephrology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987

  • University Of Virginia

    Residency Hospital, 1985

  • University Va Affil Hosps|university Of Virginia Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • Universita Campus Bio-medico Di Roma, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Columbia Nephrology Associates PA121 Park Central Dr Ste 200 Columbia, SC 29203
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Practice

Saluda Pointe Family Medicine3630 Sunset Blvd West Columbia, SC 29169
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lexington Medical Center

    2720 Sunset Blvd
    West Columbia, SC 29169
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Newberry County Memorial Hospital

    497 PO Box
    Newberry, SC 29108
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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