Nefrología
La nefrología es la rama de la medicina que se centra en los riñones. Un nefrólogo puede evaluar la función renal adecuada, identificar y tratar la enfermedad renal y brindar atención a los pacientes con cáncer de riñón.
Symptoms of kidney disease
Detecting kidney disease in its early stages can be difficult, which is why it’s important to understand the signs and symptoms so you can act early on. Common causes of kidney failure include diabetes and high blood pressure. We recommend seeing a kidney specialist for kidney care if you experience the following:
- Anemia
- Changes in urination
- Leg/flank pain
- Shortness of breath
- Swelling
- Uremia
Expert kidney care close to home
Our highly skilled team is equipped to provide inpatient hemodialysis, wound care and more. We accept patient transfers from our emergency rooms and other facilities and direct admission from physicians.
Our med surg/dialysis unit is located on the first floor of Methodist Hospital Atascosa. We offer surface lot parking at the front of the hospital's campus. For visitor information, please call our renal unit at (830) 769-5280.