8 Results forNephrologists near Gadsden, AL
Learn more about Nephrologists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Nephrologists
A nephrologist specializes in the health needs of people with kidney diseases and disorders. Nephrologists diagnose and treat kidney problems, such as kidney stones and kidney failure. They also help manage the conditions that kidney diseases can cause, such as high blood pressure.
A nephrologist typically:
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Evaluates a patient’s medical history and kidney function
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Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic diseases and conditions that affect the kidneys including high blood pressure (hypertension), diabetes, kidney disease, kidney failure, and kidney stones
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Evaluates whether a person with kidney disease needs dialysis or a kidney transplant
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Orders and performs kidney dialysis procedures
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Analyzes the results of kidney disease screenings including urine tests, blood tests, and biopsies
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Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
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Provides care before and after kidney transplants and other kidney surgeries
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Creates lifestyle plans for helping patients maintain their kidney function including dietary and medication changes
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Oversees healthcare professionals who help patients manage their kidney conditions, such as surgeons, nutritionists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and social workers
Nephrologists may also be known by the following names: kidney doctor, renal specialist, or kidney specialist.
There are 8 specialists practicing Nephrology in Gadsden, AL with an overall average rating of 4.4 stars. There are 6 hospitals near Gadsden, AL with affiliated Nephrology specialists, including Gadsden Regional Medical Center, Marshall Medical Center South and Riverview Regional Medical Center.
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Dr. Rameshkumar Chellamuthu, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1026 Goodyear AveGadsden, AL 359032.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Edward Hwang, MD
Specialty: Nephrology425 S 3rd StGadsden, AL 359010.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Specialty: Nephrology427 S 3rd StGadsden, AL 359010.7 miles awayDr. Krishna Keri, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1026 Goodyear Ave Bldg 400Gadsden, AL 359032.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Justin Ford, CRNP
Specialty: Nephrology1026 Goodyear AveGadsden, AL 359032.6 miles awayDr. Faris Faris, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1026 Goodyear Ave Bldg 400Gadsden, AL 359032.6 miles awayJoshua McCamy, CRNP
Specialty: Nephrology1026 Goodyear Ave Ste 302B Bldg 400Gadsden, AL 359032.6 miles awayDr. Elias Ghafary, MD
Specialty: Nephrology427 S 3rd StGadsden, AL 359010.7 miles away