Transplant

A loving kidney cartoon symbolizing preemptive kidney transplant
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Transplant First: Why Preemptive Kidney Transplant May Be Your Best Option

When kidneys begin to fail, dialysis is often the next step patients expect. But for those with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD), there’s another option—one that can potentially eliminate the need for dialysis entirely. A preemptive kidney transplant allows eligible patients to receive a kidney before ever starting dialysis. It’s not just possible—it’s often the…

Nephrologist and patient reviewing lab results together during a nephrology CKD clinic visit
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What Does a Nephrologist Do—and Why You May Benefit from Seeing One?”

When it comes to taking care of your health, some specialists stay behind the scenes until they’re urgently needed. The nephrologist is one of them. These highly trained physicians specialize in diagnosing and managing diseases of the kidneys — a set of organs often overlooked until they begin to falter. But understanding what a nephrologist…