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.
Nephrology at Methodist Hospital Stone Oak
Your kidneys help perform so many critical functions in your body, we aim to help them remain vital.
Kidney disease can affect your life in many ways, so at Methodist Hospital Stone Oak, we understand the importance of having dedicated nephrology experts close to home. Our experienced nephrologists can provide a personalized and comprehensive approach to treatment, including both education and support to help you manage your condition and work towards living your life most fully.
Nephrology conditions we treat
At Methodist Hospital Stone Oak, we offer treatments and services for a wide range of neurology diseases and conditions, including:
- Acute kidney injury
- Blood in the urine (hematuria)
- Chronic kidney disease
- Diabetic nephropathy
- Fabry disease
- Fluid and electrolyte disorders
- Glomerular disease
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Hypertensive kidney disease
- Interstitial nephritis
- Kidney cancer
- Kidney cysts
- Kidney failure
- Kidney infections
- Kidney stones
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Polycystic kidney disease
- Renal artery stenosis
- Renal vasculitis
- Urinary tract infection
About our program
Our nephrology specialists will customize a treatment plan tailored to your condition and needs. Here, you'll find the latest advancements in treatments and technology, paired with our caring, highly-skilled team that focuses on you and your health needs. Whether you require care in the hospital or on an outpatient basis, we'll make you an active participant of your health.
Our nephrology services include:
- Continuous renal replacement therapy
- Education
- Fluid and electrolyte disorder management
- Home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis
- Inpatient and outpatient dialysis
- Kidney biopsy
- Kidney transplant management
- Medication
- Nutritional counseling
Visiting Methodist Hospital Stone Oak
Upon entering Methodist Hospital Stone Oak, visitors must check in at the front desk and will be directed to the appropriate location.
Visitors may park for free or use our valet service.