Nephrologist

A nephrologist is a kidney expert who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and management of kidney disease. Whether you suffer from electrolyte disorders, kidney stones, hypertension or kidney disease, a nephrologist can help you by controlling blood pressure and regulating bodily fluids. A nephrologist will also be the specialist who administers kidney dialysis in the case of progressive kidney disease or failure and an important part of the surgical team when dealing with kidney transplants.

5 Things You Need to Know

  1. A nephrologist is consulted by a family physician or general practitioner in order to diagnose kidney disease. This is usually accomplished with a biopsy.
  2. It has been proven that patients relying on a nephrologist for dialysis care survive more often when they live in close proximity to the specialist.
  3. A nephrologist will determine whether or not a patient requires surgery.
  4. Renal failure is another name for kidney failure, and nephrologists may be referred to as members of a renal team, which will also include your family doctor, nurses, dialysis assistants and technologists, and dieticians.
  5. The outcome of kidney or renal disease can be directly related to the timeliness of a patient’s reference to a nephrologist.

3 Questions You Need to Ask Your Nephrologist

  1. How can you help me manage my kidney health and treat my disease on a daily basis, without surgery?
  2. How often will you expect to see me? Once kidney disease is identified, most patients should be visiting their nephrologist on a regular basis.
  3. How do you intend to monitor my health? There are a number of different tests and checkups that can be utilized to monitor your health, and your nephrologist should work with you to determine which is best for your condition and your lifestyle.

Also Known As: Kidney doctor

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