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Nephrology

If you are dealing with kidney disease, you may be facing many health challenges that require services ranging from medication and dialysis to kidney transplant surgery. Temple nephrologists understand the difficulties you, your friends and family may be facing, and we offer a personalized approach to care throughout every step of the medical journey.

Temple nephrologists strive to provide the highest level of care for each of our patients who are dealing with acute and chronic renal (kidney) disease and electrolyte disorders. Temple University Hospital and Fox Chase Cancer Center were recently recognized as High-Performing for Nephrology from U.S. News & World Report.

A Team of Kidney Specialists

Temple Health’s nephrology, hypertension and kidney transplant specialists are committed to preventing, treating and managing kidney disease in our community and beyond. We use state-of-the-art technology, the latest advances in nephrology practice, and community education to help you manage your health and live your life fully. Our doctors and specialists are also highly engaged in research studies with the goal of discovering, developing, and delivering  more effective treatments for patients with kidney disease. 

Our doctors specialize in:

  • Acid-based disorders
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis
  • Hypertension
  • Inherited kidney diseases
  • Late-stage chronic kidney disease care
  • Care pre- and post-kidney transplant

Depending on your specific needs during your care, you may meet with specialized nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, social workers and transplant surgeons.

Conditions Treated

Temple’s nephrologists provide care for a range of kidney conditions, such as glomuleral disease, immunoglobulin A nephropathy, kidney failure, kidney infections, nephrotic syndrome, and polycystic kidney disease.

A Range of Treatment Options

Temple kidney disease specialists may recommend a number of treatments, depending on the severity of your disease. These include:

  • Lifestyle changes
  • Medications
  • Dialysis
  • Kidney transplant

In addition to having an inpatient dialysis facility on-site, Temple works closely with local outpatient dialysis centers, which allows you to receive treatment in the most convenient and comfortable setting for you.

We also partner with a peritoneal dialysis unit to offer this additional form of treatment. In peritoneal dialysis, the inside lining of the stomach acts as a natural filter. You may benefit from this alternative form of dialysis, although there are some people who cannot use it.

Find a doctor near you, schedule an appointment, or call 800-TEMPLE-MED (800-836-7536).