8 Nephrologists Found in Lompoc, CA

We found 8 Nephrologists available in Lompoc, CA with an average 3 stars across 82 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 7 Nephrologists listed are accepting new patients and 7 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Hsien Cheng Young, MD

Sleep Medicine
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lompoc, CA1.6 mi
Dr. Hsien Cheng Young, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lompoc, CA, with other offices in Santa Barbara, CA and Lompoc, CA. He has 25 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Cindy Blifeld, MD

Pediatrics
45 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lompoc, CA2.1 mi
Dr. Cindy Blifeld, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lompoc, CA, with other offices in Lompoc, CA and Lompoc, CA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. John Glen Elder, MD

Internal Medicine
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lompoc, CA2.1 mi
Dr. John Glen Elder, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lompoc, CA, with other offices in Lompoc, CA and Santa Barbara, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Bindu Mayuri Kamal, MD

Nephrology
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA2.1 mi
"My wife visited Dr. Kamal since 2015 and we really like her professional service and she is a very experienced nephrologist." View Profile

Dr. Thomas Richard Allyn, MD

Internal Medicine
52 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lompoc, CA2.1 mi
"Tom Allyn has been my wife and my primary care physician since we moved to Santa Barbara in 1987. We consider ourselves fortunate to have found Tom." View Profile

Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua

Addiction Medicine
67 years exp
Accepting New Patients
LOMPOC, CA0.9 mi
Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua is a health care provider primarily located in LOMPOC, CA, with other offices in COLUMBUS, OH and Greenville, NC(and 2052 other locations).

Dr. Andrew Gregory Ross, MD

Nephrology
13 years exp
Lompoc, CA3.3 mi
Dr. Andrew Gregory Ross, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lompoc, CA, with other offices in Santa Barbara, CA and Santa Barbara, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Michael Barry Fisher, MD

Internal Medicine
58 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA2.1 mi
Dr. Michael Barry Fisher, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA. He has 58 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology, Internal Medicine. 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 Lompoc 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 Lompoc 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 Lompoc who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Nephrologists providing telehealth services in Lompoc. 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 Lompoc?
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 Lompoc?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Lompoc. 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 Lompoc have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Lompoc. This helps you find a Nephrologist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Nephrologists in Lompoc 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 Lompoc with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Nephrologists in Lompoc. 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 Lompoc?
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 Lompoc 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 Lompoc 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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