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Kerry Cho, MD

Nephrology
Kidney Disease (Nephrology) Parnassus
415-353-2507
Portrait of Kerry Cho
Portrait of Kerry Cho
ucsf logo

Kerry Cho, MD

Nephrology
Kidney Disease (Nephrology) Parnassus
415-353-2507

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About me

Dr. Kerry Cho is a nephrologist (a specialist in kidney disorders) who cares for patients with acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, hypertension or electrolyte abnormalities. He also has particular interests in amyloidosis, tuberous sclerosis and end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis.

Cho earned his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College, now called Weill Cornell Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School, followed by a fellowship in nephrology at UCSF.

Cho is a member of the American Society of Nephrology and a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He completed the Teaching Scholars Program through the Haile T. Debas Academy of Medical Educators at UCSF, and he directs the UCSF Nephrology Fellowship Training Program.

In his free time, Cho enjoys playing guitar and baseball, and reading nonfiction.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Nephrology, American Board of Internal Medicine/Nephrology

Fellowship

  • Nephrology, UCSF Medical Center - OMAG

Residency

  • Internal Medicine, University of Michigan Hospitals GME

Internship

  • Internal Medicine, University of Michigan Hospitals GME

Degree

  • MD, Cornell University at Ithaca

My expertise

  • Specialties
    • Nephrology
  • Conditions

Locations

    Our work

    A sister's incredible gift made normal life possible

    Dr. Cho discusses the teamwork that went into a patient's kidney transplant.

    Reviews

    Average rating

    4.9
    4.9 out of 5 Stars
    168 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 18, 2025

      Dr Cho is always prepared with my most current medical information. Dr Cho listens, not to make or formulate a response, but listens. He makes suggestions based upon sound medical research and enlists my support and or concerns. I appreciate his professionalism but most of all, his humanity. Thank you as always for your care and that of your wonderful team.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 12, 2025

      Dr Cho is a great doc!!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 27, 2025

      Dr. Cho is an amazing doctor. One of the best I've ever had, and I feel so grateful that I've been able to have him as my doctor.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 27, 2025

      Dr Cho is an ex ellent physician and I always feel heard and cared for under his care.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 22, 2025

      Dr. Cho is exceptional!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 18, 2025

      Dr. Cho was personable and warm. He anticipates my concerns with supportive statements.

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