Kidney medicine
Nephrology care at Penn Medicine has been nationally and regionally recognized. Physicians at Penn have pioneered many treatments and programs in kidney medicine.
Specialties and treatments
At Penn Medicine, our kidney medicine experts offer specialized care for a variety of kidney-related conditions. Here’s how we provide comprehensive treatment for these conditions:
- Amyloidosis and paraproteinemia clinic: This clinic focuses on diagnosing and managing amyloidosis and paraproteinemia, conditions where abnormal proteins build up in organs and tissues. We offer advanced diagnostic tools and treatments to manage these complex diseases and improve patient outcomes.
- Cardiorenal and ultrafiltration program: Our program addresses the interplay between heart and kidney diseases, providing integrated care for patients with both cardiac and renal issues. We use ultrafiltration techniques to manage fluid overload and optimize treatment for heart and kidney conditions.
- Comprehensive hypertension center: We offer specialized care for hypertension (high blood pressure), including advanced diagnostic evaluations and personalized treatment plans to manage blood pressure and prevent related kidney damage.
- Dialysis: We provide expert dialysis services for patients with end-stage kidney disease. Our facilities offer both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis options, ensuring that patients receive effective treatment tailored to their needs.
- Glomerular diseases clinic: This clinic specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of glomerular diseases, which affect the filtering units of the kidneys. We offer comprehensive care, including medications, lifestyle changes, and monitoring to manage these conditions.
- Kidney stone clinic: We offer advanced treatment for kidney stones, including diagnostic imaging, medical management, and minimally invasive procedures to help patients pass or remove stones and prevent recurrence.
- Lupus nephritis clinic: Our clinic provides specialized care for lupus nephritis, a condition where lupus causes inflammation in the kidneys. We offer comprehensive management strategies to control inflammation and protect kidney function.
- Penn kidney and pancreas transplant: We offer advanced kidney and pancreas transplantation services for patients with end-stage kidney disease or diabetes. Our program provides comprehensive care throughout the transplant process, including pre-transplant evaluation, surgery, and post-transplant follow-up.
- Polycystic kidney disease clinic: This clinic focuses on managing polycystic kidney disease (PKD), a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of cysts in the kidneys. We provide ongoing monitoring, treatment options, and support to manage symptoms and slow disease progression.
Our kidney medicine team is dedicated to offering personalized, expert care to address a wide range of kidney conditions, helping patients maintain their kidney health and overall well-being.
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Conditions we treat
- Kidney Failure
- Nephritis (Kidney inflammation)
- Renal Glomerular Disease
- Renal Hypertension
- Renal Vascular Disorder
- Urination Disorder
Our doctors
Our providers work with you to plan and deliver exceptional treatment and personalized care.
Locations
Our hospitals, multispecialty medical centers, pharmacies, labs and more offer outstanding, personalized care for patients all across the region.
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