Dr. Howard N. Erlanger, DO | Palm Desert, CA | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Howard Erlanger is a board-certified internal medicine physician who specializes in nephrology, focusing on kidney health and related conditions. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University and completed his residency at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. With 41 years of experience treating patients with kidney disorders, Dr. Erlanger has developed extensive expertise in managing complex renal conditions. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Erlanger is affiliated with Redlands Community Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout the Palm Desert and Palm Springs area in California. His clinical focus centers on treating chronic kidney disease at various stages, including advanced stage 5 kidney disease. He performs dialysis procedures to help patients manage kidney failure and also provides specialized treatments such as epidural steroid injections for pain management. Patients …consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.4

14 Ratings
41 years of experience
14 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
University Of Nevada School Of Medicine
5 written reviews
2 specialties
9 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
9 office locations
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Dr Erlanger is the “BEST OF THE BEST” After almost 30 years of front line experience Dr Erlanger has traveled every path to healthy kidneys , he “KNOWS” I am 77 years young and I do trust Dr Howard Erlanger with my life , knowledge , trust , integrity are main points to keep your health on the high section of the charts , Dr Howard Erlanger is on the top of my list. I have stage two kidney disease for years , as I follow the Doctors advice and direction my kidney health is well .

March 6th, 2019

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Dr. Erlanger is extremely rude, condescending and arrogant. Would not let me speak or ask questions. He could not get me out quick enough. At one point, he even laughed at me. Have heard of other women who had same treatment.

November 24th, 2017

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Saw Dr. Erlanger a few years ago, when kidneys began to fail. He told me everything was fine, and come back in a year. During that year my kidney function dropped 50%. He gave no advice, and never informed me of my kidney function level. He only said that my Createnine was a little high. I have new kidney now, so it doesn't matter.

August 16th, 2017

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From the staff to the doctor, they are all kind and friendly. Definitely the best Nephrologist around.

September 9th, 2016

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It does not get better than this!!

November 29th, 2008

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Tel: (760) 323-1155

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78030 Wildcat Dr Ste 101Palm Desert, CA 92211

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1061 N Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

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Monroe Indio

46767 Monroe St Ste 101Indio, CA 92201

Tel: (760) 347-3986

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Corporate Way Palm Desert

41501 Corporate WayPalm Desert, CA 92260

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46883 MONROE ST STE 100INDIO, CA 92201

Tel: (760) 557-1393

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Dr. Howard N Erlanger, DO	Dr. Adama Diarra, DO	Dr. Nima Ghadimi, MD	Dr. Alaa Hajal, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (14 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)	3.8 (27 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	29 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English, French, Bambara	Speaks English, Spanish
Palm Desert , CA	Tigard , OR	Scottsdale , AZ	Diamond Bar , CA
Med School: Des Moines University	Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo	Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Erlanger affiliated with?: Dr. Howard Erlanger is affiliated with Redlands Community Hospital.

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