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7 Results for Nephrology near Franklin, TN


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Learn more about Nephrology Specialists and how to choose the right one for you

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:

  • Evaluates a patient’s medical history and kidney function

  • 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

  • Evaluates whether a person with kidney disease needs dialysis or a kidney transplant

  • Orders and performs kidney dialysis procedures

  • Analyzes the results of kidney disease screenings including urine tests, blood tests, and biopsies

  • Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications

  • Provides care before and after kidney transplants and other kidney surgeries

  • Creates lifestyle plans for helping patients maintain their kidney function including dietary and medication changes

  • 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 7 specialists practicing Nephrology in Franklin, TN with an overall average rating of 3.6 stars. There are 19 hospitals near Franklin, TN with affiliated Nephrology specialists, including Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Columbia and East Nashville.

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  • Dr. Anand
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    Dr. Vinita Anand, MD

    Nephrology
    6 ratings
    14.1 mi
    28 White Bridge Pike Ste 300 Nashville, TN 37205
    (615) 329-5072
    Accepting new patients
    Telehealth available
    On staff at Tristar Summit Medical Center Call: (615) 988-1240
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    • Dr. Wilbeck

      Dr. James Wilbeck, MD

      Nephrology
      7 ratings
      2.6 mi
      1120 Lakeview Dr Ste 400 Franklin, TN 37067
      (615) 791-8343
      Accepting new patients
      Telehealth available
      On staff at Tristar Centennial Medical Center
    • Dr. de Los Santos

      Dr. Jennifer de Los Santos, MD

      Nephrology
      5 ratings
      3.2 mi
      256 Seaboard Ln Ste F101 Franklin, TN 37067
      Accepting new patients
      Telehealth available
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    • Dr. Dandamudi

      Dr. Praveen Dandamudi, MD

      Nephrology
      1 rating
      3.2 mi
      256 Seaboard Ln Ste F101 Franklin, TN 37067
      Accepting new patients
    • Dr. Lee

      Dr. Suellen Lee, MD

      Nephrology
      3 ratings
      0.3 mi
      923 W MAIN ST Franklin, TN 37064
    • Dr. Latour

      Dr. Paul Latour, MD

      Nephrology
      1 rating
      4.1 mi
      740 Cool Springs Blvd Ste 200 Franklin, TN 37067
    • Dr. Jeffrey Hymes, MD

      Nephrology
      Leave a review
      2.6 mi
      1550 W Mcewen Dr Ste 500 Franklin, TN 37067
      Accepting new patients
    • Dr. Edgar Pierce, MD

      Nephrology
      Leave a review
      8.2 mi
      5301 Virginia Way Ste 300 Brentwood, TN 37027

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