Nephrology
Expert care for kidney conditions in patients of all ages, close to home.
Advanced Nephrology, Personalized
Emerson Health provides expert diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care for various kidney conditions. Our nephrologists specialize in personalized treatment plans to help maintain kidney function and overall health, offering coordinated care for adults and children.
Conditions We Treat
Our kidney specialists care for a variety of conditions affecting kidney health, including:
- Acute and chronic kidney disease/failure
- Kidney stones and calcium deposits
- Urinary tract infections
- Metabolic disorders affecting kidney function
- Pediatric hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Hematuria (blood in urine)
- Proteinuria (protein in urine)
- Glomerular conditions, including nephrotic syndrome
- Polycystic kidney disease (PKD)
- Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-based imbalances
- Urinary tract disorders
Services We Offer
Our nephrologists provide a full range of diagnostic and treatment options, including:
- Medications and infusion therapy
- Dietary and nutritional counseling
- Dialysis (hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis)
- Kidney transplantation (in collaboration with hospitals in Boston and Worcester, with follow-up care at Emerson)
We coordinate closely with primary care providers and specialists to ensure seamless, comprehensive care.
Specialized Pediatric Support
For young patients, we understand the medical complexities and emotional impact kidney conditions can have. Our Pediatric Intervention Team (PIT) helps ease anxiety during procedures and exams. Additionally, our affiliation with MassGeneral Hospital for Children provides access to advanced pediatric nephrology care when needed.
