26 Nephrologists Found in El Cajon, CA

We found 26 Nephrologists available in El Cajon, CA with an average 4 stars across 125 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 22 Nephrologists listed are accepting new patients and 12 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Stephen Lee Reitman, MD

Geriatric Medicine
57 years exp
El Cajon, CA2.3 mi
"Thank you Dr Reitman for over 20 yrs of caring for me as your patient. You have provided me with the best care ever. They don’t make doctors like you anymore." View Profile

Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua

Addiction Medicine
67 years exp
Accepting New Patients
El Cajon, CA0.5 mi
Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua is a health care provider primarily located in El Cajon, CA, with other offices in COLUMBUS, OH and Greenville, NC(and 2052 other locations).

Dr. Steven Mark Golbus, MD

Nephrology
53 years exp
Accepting New Patients
El Cajon, CA1.4 mi
Dr. Steven Mark Golbus, MD is a health care provider primarily located in El Cajon, CA. He has 53 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. George Z. Fadda, MD, FACP

Nephrology
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA4.5 mi
"Great Dr" View Profile

Dr. Luis Armando Bedoya, MD

Nephrology
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA5.1 mi
"I have known Dr. B since my husband had a stroke in 1995. A few years later I asked him to be my primary physician." View Profile

Dr. Lucy M. Miller, MD

Nephrology
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA5.5 mi
"Dr. Lucy is an excellent and very personable doctor. She takes all the time you need to ask and answer questions to expertly explain any issues you may have." View Profile

Dr. Barry Herschel Goldberg, MD

Adolescent Medicine
58 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA5.1 mi
"Is this the dude from The Goldbergs?" View Profile

Dr. John C. Thompson, MD

Nephrology
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA4.5 mi
Dr. John C. Thompson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA. He has 34 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology. View Profile

Dr. Luan K. Do, MD

Nephrology
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA5.5 mi
"I love Dr Do. He is easy to understand and seems to be interested in how I’m doing. I would recommend him to everyone." View Profile

Dr. Qasim Choudry

Nephrology
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.7 mi
Dr. Qasim Choudry is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with another office in San Diego, CA. He has 30 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Shahid Hussain, MD

Nephrology
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.7 mi
"Excellent service. Great Doctor!" View Profile

Dr. Matthew Wauson, MD

Nephrology
La Mesa, CA3.1 mi
Dr. Matthew Wauson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with another office in La Mesa, CA. His specialties include Nephrology. View Profile

Dr. Robert Warren Steiner, MD

Nephrology
54 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA7.9 mi
"He is a walking encyclopedia, really smart. Bed side manner, makes you feel comfortable. A very confident Doctor, who makes you feel comfortable." View Profile

Dr. Jonathan Tiefenbrun, MD

Nephrology
60 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA4.9 mi
"When modern methods weren't feasible, he used an old tried and true procedure in order to prevent amputation of my mom's foot." View Profile

Dr. Samir Suresh Shah, MD

Nephrology
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA9.9 mi
"In 5 years I have been through 4 nephrologist." View Profile

Dr. Richard Mabbott Mcneal

Pediatrics
51 years exp
La Mesa, CA5.1 mi
Dr. Richard Mabbott Mcneal is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Daniel Leininger, DO

Nephrology
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA5.5 mi
Dr. Daniel Leininger, DO is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA. His specialties include Nephrology. View Profile

Dr. David S. Namazy, MD

Nephrology
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.7 mi
Dr. David S. Namazy, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 31 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology. View Profile

Dr. Juan S. Calderon Molina, MD

Nephrology
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.7 mi
Dr. Juan S. Calderon Molina, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with another office in San Diego, CA. His specialties include Nephrology. View Profile

Dr. Jonathan Hin Cheng, MD

Nephrology
9 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA7.9 mi
Dr. Jonathan Hin Cheng, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Oday Saeed, MD

Nephrology
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.1 mi
Dr. Oday Saeed, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 22 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology. View Profile

Dr. Terry L. Behrend, MD

Nephrology
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.7 mi
Dr. Terry L. Behrend, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 32 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology. View Profile

Dr. Krishna Krupa Ratnam, MD

Nephrology
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA9.9 mi
Dr. Krishna Krupa Ratnam, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Edward Sidney Spilkin, MD

Internal Medicine
62 years exp
La Mesa, CA4.9 mi
Dr. Edward Sidney Spilkin, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA. They have 62 years of experience. Their specialties include Nephrology, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. David Wall Rosenthal, MD

Nephrology
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA9.9 mi
Dr. David Wall Rosenthal, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with another office in San Diego, CA. He has 24 years of experience. View Profile

Angelica M Camargo-Lowthers

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
SAN DIEGO, CA8.8 mi
Angelica M Camargo-Lowthers is a health care provider primarily located in SAN DIEGO, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and SAN DIEGO, CA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

What is a Nephrologist and How Can They Help You?

A nephrologist specializes in kidney disease and renal function disorders. These physicians manage electrolyte imbalances, hypertension related to kidney dysfunction, and patients requiring dialysis or transplantation.

Nephrologists complete medical school, a three-year internal medicine residency, and a two- to three-year nephrology fellowship covering renal physiology, dialysis management, transplantation, and electrolyte disorders.

A Nephrologist's responsibilities include:

  • Focuses on renal function, urinary tract, and fluid-electrolyte homeostasis
  • Conducts kidney-focused assessments, orders specialized renal studies, analyzes kidney tissue samples, supervises dialysis treatments
  • Manages progressive kidney disease, acute renal failure, nephrolithiasis, glomerular diseases, and electrolyte abnormalities
  • Employs pharmacotherapy, hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, renal transplant oversight, and nutritional management
  • Known as: renal specialist, kidney physician, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a Nephrologist in El Cajon who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Nephrologists in El Cajon who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Nephrologists in El Cajon who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Nephrologists providing telehealth services in El Cajon. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Nephrologists in El Cajon?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Nephrologists, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a Nephrologist in El Cajon?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in El Cajon. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Nephrologists in El Cajon have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in El Cajon. This helps you find a Nephrologist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Nephrologists in El Cajon without calling?
Search for Nephrologists who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a Nephrologist in El Cajon with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Nephrologists in El Cajon. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a Nephrologist in El Cajon?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Nephrologist.
How can I locate a Nephrologist in El Cajon who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Nephrologists. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a Nephrologist in El Cajon who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Nephrologists practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Nephrologists who work there.

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