Nephrology

Treating acute and chronic disorders of the kidney and urinary tract

SLUCare Physician Group nephrologists treat people with kidney disorders and offer a nationally prominent intervention program for patients on dialysis. Our providers also treat acute and chronic urinary tract disorders, high blood pressure (hypertension) and disorders having to do with the body's fluids, electrolytes and acid-base balance. In addition, we offer expertise in chronic kidney disease-mineral and bone disorder (CKD-MBD), focused on slowing development of these conditions and managing symptoms over time.

SLUCare nephrologists see patients in both outpatient and hospital settings. We offer hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, and kidney transplant support. Our nephrology services also include continuous renal replacement therapies and renal biopsies (kidney biopsy).

In addition, SLUCare's interventional nephrology program performs X-rays of the veins (diagnostic venography) to maintain adequate access for dialysis. Though this program, we also place temporary and semi-permanent catheters for dialysis access and help manage vascular access complications.

SLUCare Nephrology Services

• Hemodialysis
• Peritoneal dialysis
• Continuous renal replacement therapies
• Evaluation for kidney transplant, including live donor kidney transplantation
• Kidney biopsy
• Interventional nephrology