A Specialist Trained in Diseases of the Kidneys
A nephrologist is a doctor who specializes inkidney healthand kidney disease.
Nephrology is a subspecialty of internal medicine.
A nephrologist needs to complete internal medicine training before pursuing an additional fellowship in nephrology.
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The termnephrologyis derived from the Greeknephrosmeaning “kidneys” and the suffix -ologymeaning “the study of.”
Diagnosis
Nephrologists are typically called in when there are signs of kidney injury or disease.
In other cases, overt symptoms of kidney disease may be seen.
Nephrologists can also perform, oversee, or assist in other procedures to either manage or treat kidney disorders.
These include:
Subspecialties
Some nephrologists specialize in a narrower field of practice.
These typically involve additional training and research fellowships.
Some nephrologists continue with additional fellowships in nephrology subspecialties.
Before making your first appointment, be sure that the office accepts your insurance coverage.
If you are not insured, ask if they offer a payment plan.
Alternately, don’t be afraid to ask the doctor to provide you with their credentials.
it’s possible for you to then conduct your own search through the state licensing board.
