11 Results forNephrologists near Lafayette, IN
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 Lafayette, IN with an overall average rating of 4.5 stars. There are 16 hospitals near Lafayette, IN with affiliated Nephrology specialists, including Franciscan Health Lafayette East , Franciscan Health Rensselaer and Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital.
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Dr. Andrew Krutul, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3920 St Francis Way Ste 220Lafayette, IN 479052.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Sudha Rani, MD
Specialty: Nephrology114 Executive Dr Ste ALafayette, IN 479051.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
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Specialty: Nephrology114 Executive Dr Ste ALafayette, IN 479051.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Rabih Kalakeche, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1020 N 18th StLafayette, IN 479040.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Akram Al-Makki, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1020 N 18th StLafayette, IN 479040.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
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Dr. James Sutton, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1020 N 18th StLafayette, IN 479040.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Rita Mankus, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3920 St Francis Way Ste 220Lafayette, IN 479052.3 miles awayDr. Manish Jain, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3920 St Francis Way Ste 220Lafayette, IN 479052.3 miles awayDr. Muhammad Toor, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1701 S Creasy LnLafayette, IN 479052.6 miles awayDr. Stephen Ash, MD
Specialty: Nephrology915 Mezzanine DrLafayette, IN 479052.5 miles awayDr. Mahmuda Akhter, MD
Specialty: Nephrology915 Mezzanine DrLafayette, IN 479052.5 miles away