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Summary
Dr. Paul Chidester is an internal medicine physician with specialized expertise in nephrology, bringing over four decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. His extensive background spans 42 years of caring for patients with complex internal medicine and kidney-related conditions.
Dr. Chidester is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center and practices at locations in Norfolk, Virginia. He focuses on treating patients with high blood pressure, including both adult and pediatric cases. His nephrology expertise allows him to manage hypertensive emergencies and other serious blood pressure complications that require specialized kidney care.
Dr. Chidester is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center and practices at locations in Norfolk, Virginia. He focuses on treating patients with high blood pressure, including both adult and pediatric cases. His nephrology expertise allows him to manage hypertensive emergencies and other serious blood pressure complications that require specialized kidney care.
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Quick Facts
- 42 years of experience
- 4 insurance plans accepted
- University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Paul Donald Chidester has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 42 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Norfolk , VA | Chantilly , VA | Fairfax , VA | Fairfax , VA |
| Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine | Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paul Donald Chidester
Medical Specialties
Dr. Paul Donald Chidester has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Paul Donald Chidester has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 1984.
NPI Number
Dr. Chidester's NPI number is 1508865189.
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- Where is Dr. Paul Chidester's office located?
- Dr. Paul Chidester's office is located at 600 Gresham Dr, Norfolk, VA, 23507.
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