Nephrology
Quality Care for Kidneys and Renal Disease
Nephrology is a branch of medicine that deals with diseases and conditions affecting the kidneys. A nephrologist is a specialist in this field who studies and treats conditions like chronic kidney disease, kidney failure, and kidney infections.
Kidney Disease Diagnosis
Using urinalysis, renal imaging services, and, when necessary, kidney biopsies, Memorial’s nephrologists can provide the proper diagnosis of your renal disease.
Kidney Conditions
Memorial’s nephrology specialists treat the following renal conditions:
- Chronic kidney disease
- Kidney stones
- Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes
- Glomerulonephritis
- Interstitial nephritis
- Polycystic kidney disease
- Enlarged prostate
- Vesicoureteral reflux
- Pyelonephritis (recurring kidney infections)
Treatments for Renal Disease
At Memorial Hospital, we have a dedicated team of nephrologists who have the experience necessary to provide the most high-quality care to inpatients and outpatients afflicted with renal (kidney) disease and failure. Kidney patients suffering from postoperative cardiovascular complications receive the benefit of this care as well.
These therapies include:
- Dialysis
- Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
- Oral medications
- Lower protein diets
See a Memorial Nephrologist
Memorial Hospital’s nephrology specialists and nurses are united in their mission of ensuring that all kidney patients have a quality of life that isn’t inhibited by their condition.
In order to make an appointment with a Memorial nephrologist you will need to get a referral from your primary care provider.