11 Results forNephrologists near Killeen, TX
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 11 specialists practicing Nephrology in Killeen, TX with an overall average rating of 4.5 stars. There are 7 hospitals near Killeen, TX with affiliated Nephrology specialists, including Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Adventhealth Rollins Brook and Seton Medical Center Harker Heights.
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Dr. Biresh Kumar, MD
Specialty: Nephrology726 S Fort Hood StKilleen, TX 765411.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Tony Issac, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3701 Scott and White DrKilleen, TX 765432.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: Nephrology3801 Scott And White DrKilleen, TX 765432.8 miles awayDr. Nimrit Goraya, MD
Specialty: Nephrology2201 S W S Young Dr Ste 101BKilleen, TX 765431.6 miles awayDr. Paula Duran Sierra, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3801 Scott And White DrKilleen, TX 765432.8 miles awayDr. Habib Bahar, MD
Specialty: Nephrology726 S Fort Hood StKilleen, TX 765411.1 miles awayDr. Imtiyaz Hakeem, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3801 Scott And White DrKilleen, TX 765432.8 miles awayDr. Abraham Rajan, MD
Specialty: Nephrology625 W Central Texas ExpyHarker Heights, TX 765484.2 miles awayDr. Mohanram Narayanan, MD
Specialty: Nephrology2201 S W S Young Dr Ste 101BKilleen, TX 765431.6 miles awayDr. John Idoux, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3801 Scott And White DrKilleen, TX 765432.8 miles awayDr. Anthony Henry, MD
Specialty: Nephrology4204 E Stan Schlueter LoopKilleen, TX 765423.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times