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Dr. Shahid Hussain, MD

Dr. Shahid Hussain, MD

Nephrology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Shahid Hussain, MD is a nephrologist in El Centro, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hussain has extensive experience in Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy and Nephrological Conditions. He graduated from SAMRA UNIVERSITY OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities El Centro Regional Medical Center and Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Balboa Nephrology - El Centro

2205 Ross Ave Ste 101 El Centro, CA 92243
Telehealth available

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(760) 353-0404

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hussain specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Hussain's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hussain

5.0

4 ratings, 3 with a written review
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Apr 17, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
No results
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Apr 03, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
No results
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Jesse Gerardo – Mar 29, 2025
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Hussain joined Balboa Nephrology Medical Group in 2006. He practices in the El Centro and Brawley area specializing in kidney diseases which includes hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis at FMC Dialysis units. He is dual board certified in Internal...read more

biography

Dr. Hussain joined Balboa Nephrology Medical Group in 2006. He practices in the El Centro and Brawley area specializing in kidney diseases which includes hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis at FMC Dialysis units. He is dual board certified in Internal...read more

  • Nephrology

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  • Samra University Of Oriental Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
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

Balboa Nephrology - El Centro

Balboa Nephrology - El Centro2205 Ross Ave Ste 101 El Centro, CA 92243
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District

    207 W Legion Rd
    Brawley, CA 92227

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • El Centro Regional Medical Center

    1415 Ross Ave
    El Centro, CA 92243

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

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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