7 Results forNephrologists near Morganton, NC
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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 7 specialists practicing Nephrology in Morganton, NC with an overall average rating of 3.6 stars. There are 11 hospitals near Morganton, NC with affiliated Nephrology specialists, including Catawba Valley Medical Center, Frye Regional Medical Center and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
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Dr. Kevin Harned, MD
Specialty: Nephrology352 E Parker Rd Ste BMorganton, NC 286552.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Specialty: Nephrology145 W Parker RdMorganton, NC 286552.1 miles awayNeed a Telehealth Visit?Healthgrades Can Help.
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Specialty: Nephrology814 W Union StMorganton, NC 286551.4 miles awayDr. Michele Higerd, MD
Specialty: Nephrology352 E Parker Rd Ste BMorganton, NC 286552.1 miles awayDr. Sosan Alzibair Abdullah, MD
Specialty: Nephrology352 E Parker Rd Ste BMorganton, NC 286552.1 miles awayDr. Ralph Daher, MD
Specialty: Nephrology352 E Parker Rd Ste BMorganton, NC 286552.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Nitin Khosla, MD
Specialty: Nephrology352 E Parker Rd Ste BMorganton, NC 286552.1 miles away