Kidney care, explained before it feels urgent
From the first abnormal lab result to dialysis and transplant support, our nephrologists explain the numbers, calm the fear, and help you take the next right step.
You do not need to know the terminology first. Call and describe what your doctor told you; our team will point you to the right visit type.
- “My lab work came back abnormal”
- A low eGFR or protein in the urine is the most common reason people are sent to us. We explain what the numbers mean and look for the cause behind them.Chronic kidney disease care
- “My blood pressure will not come down”
- Blood pressure and kidney function pull on each other. We check for kidney-related and secondary causes instead of adding one more medication.Hypertension and kidney health
- “I have been told dialysis may be ahead”
- There is usually more time and more choice than people expect. Transplant, home therapies, in-center dialysis and supportive care can all be discussed early.Compare treatment options
The three pathways we spend most of our time on
Each page is written for patients rather than clinicians, with the clinical detail underneath.
CKD Management
- eGFR and urine albumin
- CKD stages 1–5
Chronic kidney disease can feel confusing because early stages often have no symptoms. We help you understand eGFR, urine albumin, CKD stages 1-5, blood pressure goals, medications, nutrition, and follow-up so you can protect remaining kidney function for as long as possible.
CKD Management careDialysis
- Home and in-center
- 25+ dialysis units
Dialysis is a treatment, not the end of your story. We explain in-center hemodialysis, home hemodialysis, and peritoneal dialysis; coordinate access planning and partner communication; monitor treatment goals; and help you keep transplant and quality-of-life options in view.
Dialysis careHypertension
- Home readings reviewed
- Heart and kidney together
High blood pressure and kidney disease often feed each other. We look for kidney-related and secondary causes, review home readings, track electrolytes and urine protein, and build realistic treatment plans that protect both heart and kidney health.
Hypertension care
Also under our care
Specialist kidney care covers more than filtration. These conditions have their own pages because people usually arrive already looking for them.
- TransplantTransplant care starts before surgery and continues long after. We support early evaluation, preemptive transplant conversations, waitlist and living donor questions, post-transplant medication monitoring, and long-term protection of the transplanted kidney.
- Kidney StonesRecurrent kidney stones deserve more than one-time pain control. We review stone history, imaging, stone type, blood work, and 24-hour urine results to find why stones form and create prevention strategies that lower the chance of another episode.
- Acute Kidney InjuryA sudden kidney injury after illness, surgery, dehydration, infection, or medication changes needs timely follow-up. We identify likely causes, monitor recovery, review medication safety, and help reduce the risk of chronic kidney problems later.
Managed inside your nephrology visit
These do not need a separate appointment. They are part of what a kidney specialist watches at every follow-up.
- Electrolyte Abnormalities
- Abnormal sodium, potassium, bicarbonate, acid-base, or fluid balance can affect the whole body. We evaluate kidney function, medications, diet, hormones, and fluid status to guide safe, understandable treatment plans.
- Anemia
- Kidney-related anemia can affect energy, stamina, concentration, and quality of life. We evaluate iron levels, inflammation, CKD stage, blood counts, and other contributing factors to support better function and symptom control.
- Mineral Bone Disease
- Changes in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin D, and parathyroid hormone can weaken bones and blood vessels over time. We monitor these patterns closely and treat them early to protect long-term bone health.
Questions about which service is right for you?
Call and describe what you were told. You can also start a referral yourself, and referring clinicians have their own form or can fax 731-300-6955.