13 Results forNephrologists near Champaign, IL
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 13 specialists practicing Nephrology in Champaign, IL with an overall average rating of 3.8 stars. There are 13 hospitals near Champaign, IL with affiliated Nephrology specialists, including Carle Foundation Hospital, Osf Heart Of Mary Medical Center and Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center.
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Dr. Timothy Pflederer, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1400 W Park StUrbana, IL 618010.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Smita Murty, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1801 W Windsor RdChampaign, IL 618222.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Specialty: Nephrology602 W University AveUrbana, IL 618011.5 miles awayDr. Erlandas Ulozas, MD
Specialty: Nephrology611 W Park StUrbana, IL 618011.5 miles awayDr. Sravan Jasti, MD
Specialty: Nephrology611 W Park StUrbana, IL 618011.5 miles awayDr. Temitope Shodunke, MD
Specialty: Nephrology611 W Park StUrbana, IL 618011.5 miles awayDr. Kamel Rahman Gharaibeh, MD
Specialty: Nephrology611 W Park StUrbana, IL 618011.5 miles awayDr. Shakuntala Patil, MD
Specialty: Nephrology611 W Park StUrbana, IL 618011.5 miles awayDr. Jean Holley, MD
Specialty: Nephrology602 W University AveUrbana, IL 618011.5 miles awayDr. Robert Wellman, MD
Specialty: Nephrology611 W Park StUrbana, IL 618011.5 miles awayDr. John Sehy, MD
Specialty: Nephrology101 W University AveChampaign, IL 618200.1 miles awayDr. Stephen Humpherys, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1405 W Park St Ste 100Urbana, IL 618010.8 miles awayDr. Tyrone Melvin, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Nephrology611 W Park StUrbana, IL 618011.5 miles away