Maria Coco

Dr. Maria Coco is a Professor of Medicine (Nephrology) at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, affiliated with Montefiore Medical Center. She specializes in metabolic bone diseases associated with renal disorders and organ transplantation. Her clinical expertise includes chronic kidney disease, renal replacement therapy, and specialized kidney/bone biopsy techniques for tailored treatment strategies.

Education:

• M.D., University of Rome, Italy
• Masters in Clinical Research Methods, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
• Renal Fellowship & Research Fellowship, Montefiore Medical Center

Research Focus: Investigates bone dynamics in renal patients, effects of bone modulators, and development of clinical guidelines for metabolic bone disorders in transplantation. Her work emphasizes evidence-based practices in bone biopsy interpretation and treatment protocols.

Professional Contributions: Board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology. Mentor to numerous fellows in bone biopsy techniques. Active in national/international collaboration for clinical guideline development. Author/co-author of peer-reviewed publications addressing complex renal and bone disease interactions.