81 Results forNephrologists near Fairfax, VA
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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 81 specialists practicing Nephrology in Fairfax, VA with an overall average rating of 4.2 stars. There are 42 hospitals near Fairfax, VA with affiliated Nephrology specialists, including Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital and Reston Hospital Center.
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Bernadette Benta, RN
Specialty: Nephrology & Hypertension2831 Kelly SqVienna, VA 221812.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Specialty: Nephrology3300 Gallows RdFalls Church, VA 220424.0 miles awayNeed a Telehealth Visit?Healthgrades Can Help.
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Specialty: Nephrology3930 Walnut St Ste 101Fairfax, VA 220301.0 miles awayDr. Afia Ashraf, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3930 Walnut St Ste 101Fairfax, VA 220301.0 miles awayDr. Rasheda Amin, MB BS
Specialty: Pediatric Nephrology3023 Hamaker Ct Ste 600Fairfax, VA 220313.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Anjana Kadakkal, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1701 N George Mason DrArlington, VA 222059.6 miles awayDr. Carol Chang, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1635 N George Mason Dr Ste 155Arlington, VA 222059.6 miles awayDr. Randala Lakkis, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Nephrology3023 Hamaker Ct Ste 600Fairfax, VA 220313.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Patricia Seo-Mayer, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Nephrology3023 Hamaker Ct Ste 600Fairfax, VA 220313.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. James Ramenofsky, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1625 N George Mason Dr Ste 345Arlington, VA 222059.6 miles awayDr. Lauren Weintraub, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Nephrology8505 Arlington Blvd Ste 3Fairfax, VA 220313.3 miles awayDr. Nam Ha, MD
Specialty: Nephrology8316 Arlington Blvd Ste 104Fairfax, VA 220313.7 miles awayDr. Kenneth Geoly, MD
Specialty: Nephrology8316 Arlington Blvd Ste 104Fairfax, VA 220313.7 miles awayDr. Lucia Pastore, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3300 Gallows RdFalls Church, VA 220424.0 miles awayDr. Marietta Grundlehner, MD
Specialty: Nephrology3700 Joseph Siewick Dr Ste 305Fairfax, VA 220334.9 miles awayDr. Mahesh Krishnan, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1371 LANCIA DRMc Lean, VA 221026.7 miles awayDr. Barry Strauch, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1468 EVANS FARM DRMc Lean, VA 221017.8 miles awayDr. Alan Joshua, MD
Specialty: Nephrology1800 Town Center Dr Ste 118Reston, VA 201908.4 miles awayDr. Spirithoula Vasilopoulos, MD
Specialty: Nephrology611 S Carlin Springs Rd Ste 301Arlington, VA 222049.3 miles away