At Village Medical, our team of highly skilled nephrologists excel in the diagnosis and treatment of kidney diseases and hypertension. We offer a comprehensive range of treatments including hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, with an emphasis on value-based care and personally tailored healthcare strategies. We also facilitate kidney transplantation referrals when necessary, ensuring a seamless continuity of care for our patients.

Kidney failure can be triggered by a variety of conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, polycystic kidney disease, and glomerulonephritis. Given the kidneys' essential role in maintaining overall health, we strongly recommend that individuals consult their primary physician - be it an internist or pediatrician - for any health concerns that could potentially impact the kidneys.

Our nephrologists are adept at diagnosing and managing a broad spectrum of conditions:

• Acute and chronic renal failure
• Chronic kidney disease
• Electrolyte imbalances
• Gradual decline in kidney function
• Hypertension
• Kidney stones
• Presence of blood or protein in urine

Insights into Kidney Disease

Acute kidney failure, also known as acute renal insufficiency, is a condition where the kidneys cease to function effectively. The kidneys, positioned on either side of the spine above the waist, are pivotal in filtering waste from the blood, regulating salt-water balance, controlling blood pressure, and producing urine to eliminate waste from the body. As long as one kidney is functional, it can adequately perform the duties of two.

Understanding Kidney Failure

In cases of kidney failure, the kidneys are unable to produce urine, thereby failing to expel waste and maintain a healthy chemical balance in the body. Patients with kidney failure need to undergo kidney dialysis to stay healthy.

The Role of Kidney Dialysis

Kidney dialysis is a mechanical process that removes waste from the body and purifies the blood. It also extracts excess water from the body, helping to regulate blood pressure, and maintains the right balance of vital chemicals like potassium, sodium, and calcium.

Decoding Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are compacted material formations that originate in the kidney due to substances in the urine. They can appear anywhere within the urinary system and vary in size. While they are more prevalent in middle-aged individuals and three times more frequent in men, anyone who has experienced kidney stones is at a higher risk of recurrence.

The Kidney-High Blood Pressure Connection

Renovascular hypertension is high blood pressure resulting from kidney disease and reduced blood flow to the kidneys. Though less common than essential hypertension (high blood pressure from other causes), it is a condition our nephrologists are well equipped to manage.