23 Results forNephrologists near Usaf Academy, CO
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 23 specialists practicing Nephrology in Usaf Academy, CO with an overall average rating of 4.5 stars. There are 27 hospitals near Usaf Academy, CO with affiliated Nephrology specialists, including UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central, Centura Penrose Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado.
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Dr. Melinda Hockensmith, MD
Specialty: Nephrology2002 Lelaray St Ste 130Colorado Springs, CO 809097.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Pratheep Arora, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1380 E Fillmore St Ste 100Colorado Springs, CO 809075.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Specialty: Nephrology6001 E Woodmen RdColorado Springs, CO 809235.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Jesse Flaxenburg, MD
Specialty: Nephrology2180 Hollow Brook DrColorado Springs, CO 809183.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Mark Cook, DO
Specialty: Nephrology1910 Lelaray StColorado Springs, CO 809096.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Stephen Fox, MD
Specialty: Nephrology2180 Hollow Brook DrColorado Springs, CO 809183.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Mark Albright, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1914 Lelaray StColo Spgs, CO 809097.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Explains conditions well
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Dr. Roger Mallory, MD
Specialty: Nephrology2180 Hollow Brook DrColorado Springs, CO 809183.0 miles awayDr. John Havill, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1914 Lelaray StColorado Springs, CO 809097.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Brad Yuan, MD
Specialty: Nephrology2002 Lelaray St Ste 100Colorado Springs, CO 809097.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. George Devault Jr, MD
Specialty: Nephrology2002 Lelaray St Ste 100Colorado Springs, CO 809097.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Samia Salih, MD
Specialty: Nephrology6071 E Woodmen RdColorado Springs, CO 809235.9 miles awayDr. Scot Born, MD
Specialty: Nephrology2180 Hollow Brook DrColorado Springs, CO 809183.0 miles awayDr. Bryant McNeill, MD
Specialty: Nephrology4102 Pinion Dr Ste 100USAF Academy, CO 808404.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Dr. Mindy Banks, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Nephrology6965 Tutt Blvd Ste 210Colorado Springs, CO 809236.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Jessica Curley, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Nephrology4125 Briargate PkwyColorado Springs, CO 809203.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Keith Kapatkin, MD
Specialty: Nephrology104 Pro Rodeo Dr Ste 100Colorado Springs, CO 809192.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Margret Bock, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Nephrology4125 Briargate PkwyColorado Springs, CO 809203.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Melissa Cadnapaphornchai, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Nephrology6965 Tutt Blvd Ste 210Colorado Springs, CO 809236.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Michael Rutten, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3141 Centennial BlvdColorado Springs, CO 809075.7 miles awayDr. Melisha Hanna, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Nephrology4125 Briargate PkwyColorado Springs, CO 809203.6 miles awayDr. Derian Lai, MD
Specialty: Nephrology & Hypertension2180 Hollow Brook DrColorado Springs, CO 809183.0 miles awayDr. John Bengfort, MD
Specialty: Nephrology175 S Union Blvd Ste 300Colorado Springs, CO 809108.8 miles away