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Luther Nephrologists

1 Doctors Found
Of the 1 Nephrologists in Luther shown on this page:
  • 1 Board certified
  • 2 Reviews
  • Average rating is 3.5 stars
  • Average wait time is 12.5 minutes

Top Nephrologists in Luther, MI

Jose P De La Rosa Jr, MD

  • Currently 3.5 of 4 stars
(2) (0)
Jose P De La Rosa Jr, MD
203 Paluster St
Cadillac, MI 49601
  • Internal Medicine
  • Nephrology
  • 37 years experience
  • 4 star hospital
  • Completed fellowship
  • Short wait time
What are Nephrology Doctors?

A nephrologist is a physician who is specially trained to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the kidneys, or renal system.

The kidneys are responsible for cleaning the blood and keeping them chemically balanced. A patient may be suffering from decreased kidney function, or kidney failure if the following symptoms are present:

  • Blood or protein present in urine
  • High blood pressure (hypertension)
  • Kidney stones
  • Electrolyte disorder
  • Fluid retention

A nephrologist will determine through urine analysis, blood test, X-ray, sonogram, or kidney biopsy how well the kidneys are functioning and will then prescribe a special diet and exercise program, medication or dialysis - a process by which a machine filters the blood when the kidney is no longer capable of doing so.

The area of Luther, MI has a population of approximately 1,534 people. There is 1 nephrologist near Luther, which gives it a ratio of 1 nephrologist per 1,534 residents or a ratio of 1 nephrologist per 677 households. There are 677 households in Luther.