Nephrologist in Rockingham, North Carolina

Nephrologists manage kidney conditions such as chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure related to kidney problems, and dialysis needs. Some also evaluate patients for renal biopsy.

Routine kidney disease, hypertension, and dialysis planning are appropriate for a nephrology appointment. Seek emergency care for severe shortness of breath, chest pain, confusion, inability to urinate, or other sudden serious symptoms.

Bring a medication list, recent laboratory results and imaging reports, insurance information, and records from your primary-care clinician or other specialists. Include home blood-pressure readings if hypertension is part of the visit.

Some nephrology practices provide dialysis education and oversight, including discussions of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Ask the office whether it provides the specific dialysis planning or follow-up you need.