Nephrology

Kidney failure can be overwhelming for you and your child, and our team wants to help. We understand the importance of treating kidney failure early and are dedicated to educating you and your family about your child’s kidney disease. If a transplant does become necessary, our familiarity with your child and family ensures personalized care. Our goal is to help your child live an active, happy life.

Kidney disease can either be short or long-lasting. Both types are very serious and need immediate medical attention.

Acute kidney disease

• Comes on suddenly, but can get better with medical treatment
• May or may not require dialysis
• Often treated for only a short time
• Can be caused by drug overdose, heart failure, infection, injury, and poisoning

 

Chronic kidney disease

• Is long-lasting, and kidneys will not get better over time
• Requires medical treatment for your child's entire life
• Can be caused by birth defects, urine backing into the kidneys, inflamed kidneys, genetic diseases, and systemic diseases like lupus and diabetes

American Association of Kidney Patients

This independent organization sponsors education and advocacy and develops patient communities. AAKP hosts a national meeting, provides a webinar-based education program, and maintains an interactive website covering a variety of education topics related to kidney disease.

American Kidney Foundation

This nonprofit organization provides charitable assistance to people with kidney failure, by paying for health insurance premiums and other treatment-related expenses. 

Home Dialysis Central

The Home Dialysis Central website provides resources for those who are doing home dialysis. Offering forums for connecting with others doing home dialysis, stories, information on equipment, and much more.

Kidney School

Kidney School provides learning modules in English and Spanish and an audio book covering a variety of topics related to kidney disease.

National Kidney Foundation

With a wealth of online resources and a regular newsletter, the National Kidney Foundation is dedicated to the awareness, prevention, and treatment of kidney disease. 

Renal Support Network

The Renal Support Network is a patient-run, nonprofit support group offering advocacy and educational programs. The website allows users to access the KidneyTalk podcast, newsletters, a peer support phone line, recipes, resources, and more.