Dr Ravi Sharad Lakdawala, M.D.
Dr. Ravi Lakdawala is a board-certified internist and nephrologist practicing in Beverly Hills, CA. Dr. Lakdawala earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency in internal medicine at Boston Medical Center. His nephrology training took place at LAC+USC / Keck Hospital of USC, during which he authored multiple book chapters on hypertension and glomerular disease. With a keen interest in patient education, he regularly addresses various support groups and organizations on nephrology topics. His internal medicine practice focuses on preventative care, and using practical advice to improve overall health.
In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids, lifting weights, going for walks, and pursuing his hobby as a budding pizzaiolo.
Education and Training
2008 | B.A., Medical Sciences – Cum Laude Minor in Economics Boston University Boston, MA |
2011 | Doctor of Medicine Boston University School of Medicine Boston, MA |
2011-2012 | Internship – Internal Medicine Boston University/ Boston Medical Center Boston MA |
2012-2014 | Residency – Internal Medicine Boston University/ Boston Medical Center Boston, MA |
2014-2016 | Fellowship – Nephrology LAC+USC Medical Center Los Angeles, CA |
Licensure and Certification
- Medical Board of California Licensure: 2014
- American Board of Internal Medicine Certification: 2014
Memberships in Professional Societies
- American Society of Nephrology
- National Kidney Foundation
Honors
Ariel Weisman Teaching Award
Outstanding Achievement in Clinical Teaching
Boston University Medical Campus
Clinical Study Location
Tower Nephrology Medical Group, 8641 Wilshire Street Suite 485W Los Angeles, CA 90048
Davita Tower Dialysis 8635 West 3rd St Los Angeles CA 90048
DaVita of Crescent Heights, 8151 Beverly Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90048
Publications
- Lakdawala RS and Abdelmalek JA. “IgA Nephropathy.” Medicine Morning Report: Beyond the Pearls. Ed. Dasgupta R and Koolaee RM. (Pending book publication, September 2015)
- Lakdawala RS and Abdelmalek JA. “Nephrolithiasis.” Medicine Morning Report: Beyond the Pearls. Ed. Dasgupta R and Koolaee RM. (Pending book publication, September 2015)
- Campese VC and Lakdawala RS. “The Challenges of Blood Pressure Control in Dialysis Patients.” Clinical Dialysis. Ed. Nissenson AR and Fine RN. (Pending book punlication, 2015)
Abstracts and Presentations
- Lakdawala RS, Wachterman M. Symptomatic Anemia Due to Gastric Invasion of Hepatocelluar Carcinoma. Oral Presentation at Senior Research Academic Day, Boston University School of Medicine; 2014 June 6; Boston, MA
- Ghaffari A, Lakdawala RS. “Peritoneal Dialysis Solution Shortage: A Short-term Management Strategy.” Presented at Quality Improvement Slide Forum at Annual Dialysis Conference; 2015 Feb 2; New Orleans, CA.
Volunteer Experience
2012-2014 | Peer Mentor Boston University Internal Medicine Residency Program Boston, MA |
2012-2014 | Developer- Internal Medicine Intern Handbook Boston University Internal Medicine Residency Program Boston, MA |
Languages
- English – Fluent written and spoken
- Spanish –Fluent written and spoken
- Gujarati – Conversational