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Kidney Services (Nephrology)

Kidney Services at University Hospitals

University Hospitals Nephrology Services offers comprehensive care for the full range of kidney disorders in adults and children. The combination of our dedicated faculty and state-of-the-art therapies ensures that every patient receives the highest quality care.


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Call 216-844-8500 to schedule an appointment today.

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Why Choose UH for Kidney Services?

Expert Team

Our board-certified nephrologists are leaders in their field and have extensive training and experience in managing kidney disease. We combine this expertise with a compassionate care philosophy to provide personalized treatment for patients.

Leading-Edge Technology & Therapies

As an academic medical center, we are continuously helping to develop and refine therapies to improve outcomes for patients with kidney disease. We utilize innovative technology and techniques to provide a level of care that may not be available at other hospitals.

Comprehensive Services

Ranked among the top hospitals for nephrology by U.S. News & World Report, UH provides care for the full spectrum of kidney disease, from early stage to advanced kidney disease. Services we offer include dialysis, kidney transplant, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring and more.

Kidney Care Navigator

Our kidney care navigator program helps patients with chronic kidney disease navigate the complexities of their condition. This includes assisting with appointments and medication and providing guidance on areas such as anemia management, dialysis and transplant evaluation.

Community Connection

Our services, including dialysis, are available at convenient locations throughout Northeast Ohio. Our team fosters relationships with nephrologists and primary care physicians in the community and their patients. A focus on communication allows us to provide a trusted and seamless care experience.

Kidney Conditions & Treatments

The team of nephrologists and other clinical staff at UH have expertise in treating the full spectrum of kidney-related disorders, from early-stage kidney disease to advanced kidney disease. Conditions we treat include kidney failure, diabetic nephropathy, hypertension, genetic kidney disorders and chronic kidney disease.

View all of the conditions we treat

Kidney Transplant

For more than 50 years, the team at UH Transplant Institute has been providing kidney transplant services for adult and pediatric patients with end-stage renal disease.

Learn about the Kidney Transplant program at UH.

Kidney Care for Babies, Children & Adolescents

The pediatric nephrology team at UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital provides expert care for children with kidney disease, offering pediatric dialysis, kidney transplant services and more.

Learn more about Pediatric Kidney Services

Research & Clinical Trials

As a top research institution, our nephrologists conduct cutting-edge research covering topics such as chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure, kidney transplantation, and other areas of nephrology. We also participate in national clinical trials that give patients access to innovative new treatment options.

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Learn more about our expert team of nephrologists at UH.

Patient Resources

Our patient resources include educational and care management resources on kidney disease.

Medical Professionals

Resources for medical professionals include information on referrals and medical education opportunities, including our top fellowship programs.