9 Results forNephrologists near Newnan, GA
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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 9 specialists practicing Nephrology in Newnan, GA with an overall average rating of 4.9 stars. There are 11 hospitals near Newnan, GA with affiliated Nephrology specialists, including Piedmont Newnan Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital and CTCA Atlanta.
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Dr. Vishal Ratkalkar, MD
Specialty: Nephrology2301 Newnan Crossing Blvd E Ste 180Newnan, GA 302653.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Shazia Khan, MD
Specialty: Nephrology101 Werz Industrial BlvdNewnan, GA 302632.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Specialty: Nephrology242 Bullsboro DrNewnan, GA 302632.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Ashish Dhungel, MD
Specialty: Nephrology101 Werz Industrial BlvdNewnan, GA 302632.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Dwarka Rathi, MD
Specialty: Nephrology242 Bullsboro DrNewnan, GA 302632.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Sahil Garg, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1425 HIGHWAY 34 ENewnan, GA 302654.3 miles awayDr. Sushma Reddycherla, MD
Specialty: Nephrology775 Poplar Rd Ste 200Newnan, GA 302653.0 miles awayDr. Byard Edwards Jr, MD
Specialty: Nephrology600 Celebrate Life PkwyNewnan, GA 302652.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Rekha Karumuri, MD
Specialty: Nephrology101 Werz Industrial BlvdNewnan, GA 302632.8 miles away