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Astier Alem, MD, Nephrology, Kirkland, WA

Astier M Alem MD

Nephrology•Kirkland, WA

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  • 11903 NE 128th StSte BKirkland, WA 98034

  • Phone+1 425-899-5111

  • Fax+1 425-899-5114

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Summary

  • Dr. Astier Alem is a nephrologist based in Kirkland, WA, with expertise in metabolic syndrome, hypertension, general nephrology, acute renal failure, and glomerular disease. She completed her medical degree at Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine in 1992, followed by a residency in internal medicine at Yale-New Haven Medical Center and a fellowship in nephrology at the University of Washington. Additionally, she earned an MS in Epidemiology from the University of Washington. Dr. Alem has contributed to several publications, receiving numerous citations, particularly for her research on hip fracture risk among patients with end-stage renal disease. She has been recognized for her contributions to the field, including being named a top doctor by Seattle MET and Seattle Magazine, and has achieved multiple CMS Meaningful Use certifications.

Education & Training

  • University of Washington
    University of WashingtonMS, Epidemiology, 1997 - 1999
  • University of Washington
    University of WashingtonFellowship, Nephrology, 1996 - 1999
  • Yale-New Haven Medical Center
    Yale-New Haven Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 1992 - 1996
  • Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine
    Oregon Health and Science University School of MedicineClass of 1992

Certifications & Licensure

  • WA State Medical License
    WA State Medical License 1996 - 2026
  • CT State Medical License
    CT State Medical License 1995 - 1996
  • Internal Medicine
    National Board of Physicians and Surgeons Internal Medicine
  • Nephrology
    National Board of Physicians and Surgeons Nephrology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Seattle Top Docs List Seattle Magazine , Castele Connoly Medical Ltd, 2023
  • Top Doctor, Nephrologist Seattle MET, 2016
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Amazing Charts, Amazing Charts, 2013, 2016

Publications & Presentations

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