264 Nephrologists Found in Playa del Rey, CA

We found 264 Nephrologists available in Playa del Rey, CA with an average 4 stars across 1,598 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 146 Nephrologists listed are accepting new patients and 125 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Robert Philip Waldman, MD

Nephrology
48 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Marina del Rey, CA
Dr. Robert Philip Waldman, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Marina del Rey, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and Inglewood, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Larry Froch, MD

Nephrology
1 Award
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA9.5 mi
"Dr. Froch is a wonderful doctor. He listens and explains everything so you understand what's going on and your options." View Profile

Dr. Michael Warren Todd Shwayder, MD

Nephrology
50 years exp
Los Angeles, CA3.1 mi
Dr. Michael Warren Todd Shwayder, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA. He has 50 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Helder De Paiva, MD

Nephrology
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Marina Del Rey, CA2.1 mi
"I met this doctor while in the hospital and he began treating me for a low potassium problem I have had for years." View Profile

Dr. Theresa N Henke, MD

Nephrology
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA9.5 mi
"Great Experience" View Profile

Dr. Reiad Y Najjar, MD

Nephrology
1 Award
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
West Hollywood, CA9.3 mi
"All good" View Profile

Dr. Stuart Friedman, MD

Nephrology
1 Award
50 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA9.5 mi
"Dr Friedman is been my Dr for more the 20 years. Dr Friedman is vey caring and I trust his advice. Espy has always been awesome." View Profile

Dr. Firooz Pak, MD

Nephrology
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Marina Del Rey, CA2.1 mi
Dr. Firooz Pak, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Marina Del Rey, CA, with other offices in Marina Del Rey, CA and Los Angeles, CA(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. David Lee Hartenbower, MD

Nephrology
61 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.7 mi
"Sadly, Dr. Hartenbower has retired, but he was unquestionably one of the best members of his profession I have ever encountered." View Profile

Dr. Keith Loss Klein, MD

Nephrology
55 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Marina Del Rey, CA2.1 mi
"Dr Klein is undoubtedly the kindest, most compassionate and, more importantly, knowledgeable nephrologist for whom our family could have ever wished." View Profile

Dr. Michael Robert Block, MD

Nephrology
55 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
Dr. Michael Robert Block, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. He has 55 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Gabriel Michael Danovitch, MD

Nephrology
58 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
Dr. Gabriel Michael Danovitch, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and Los Angeles, CA. View Profile

Dr. Michael Marvin Levine, MD

Internal Medicine
48 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Beverly Hills, CA8.7 mi
"Dr. Levine is an excellent diagnostician." View Profile

Dr. Alice Peng, MD

Nephrology
1 Award
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
West Hollywood, CA9.3 mi
"We loved Dr. Peng - very knowledgeable, thorough in her exam, and explained her observations and treatment plans completely." View Profile

Dr. Nima Sahami, MD

Nephrology
1 Award
9 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA9.5 mi

Dr. Reza Khorsan, MD

Nephrology
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.5 mi
"I trust him with my life" View Profile

Dr. Mike Khosrow Mirahmadi, MD

Nephrology
61 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA4.6 mi
Dr. Mike Khosrow Mirahmadi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and Los Angeles, CA. View Profile

Dr. Stella Marie Feld, MD

Nephrology
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Marina Del Rey, CA2.1 mi
"Dr. Feld helped us fix a potassium problem my grandfather had for months. He was taking 120 ML’s of potassium daily, basically poisoning himself." View Profile

Dr. Earl Mark Gordon, MD

Internal Medicine
50 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.5 mi
"Dr Gordon is the best Dr I ever had and I’ve been doing the Dr thing for over 40 years." View Profile

Dr. Katherine Wesseling Perry, MD

Nephrology
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"Easy to get a hold of when you need her. She is very kind and good with kids." View Profile

Dr. Alfred John Pennisi, MD

Pediatrics
56 years exp
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
Dr. Alfred John Pennisi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and Santa Monica, CA. View Profile

Dr. Behnoud Beroukhim, MD

Nephrology
1 Award
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA9.5 mi
"Dr. Beroukhim is excellent. Very happy to have him caring for me." View Profile

Dr. Edmund Huang, MD

Nephrology
1 Award
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
West Hollywood, CA9.3 mi
"Great experience!!!" View Profile

Dr. Edgar Patricio Toscano, MD

Nephrology
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA7.0 mi
Dr. Edgar Patricio Toscano, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with other offices in Los Angeles, CA and North Hollywood, CA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Ora Yadin, MD

Nephrology
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"I met Dr. Yadin when I was 11 years old, while being diagnosed with MPGN type 2. I’ll be 31 come April of this year." View Profile

Dr. Roberta Jeanne Smith, MD

Internal Medicine
58 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
Dr. Roberta Jeanne Smith, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with another office in Santa Monica, CA. She has 58 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Minhtri Khac Nguyen, MD

Nephrology
38 years exp
Los Angeles, CA3.5 mi
Dr. Minhtri Khac Nguyen, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA. He has 38 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology. View Profile

Dr. Nasimeh Yazdani, MD

Nephrology
23 years exp
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
Dr. Nasimeh Yazdani, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA, with other offices in Santa Monica, CA and Santa Monica, CA. View Profile

Dr. Mohammad Kamgar, MD

Nephrology
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"Dr. Kamgar is a very attentive, caring doctor. I much appreciate his care. I am so glad I was able to find such a fine physician." View Profile

Dr. Eric Hingyuk Yan, MD

Nephrology
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"I want to thank Dr. Yan for saving my life." View Profile

Dr. Khaja R Ahmed, MD

Nephrology
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Torrance, CA9.3 mi
Dr. Khaja R Ahmed, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Torrance, CA, with other offices in Torrance, CA and Paramount, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Spencer Robert Adams, MD

Nephrology
24 years exp
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"When other doctors turned theirbacks on accepting care for myaged mother, Dr. Spencer Adamswas the one doctor who did accept care ofmy mom during her hospitalization..." View Profile

Dr. Ira Benzion Kurtz, MD

Nephrology
49 years exp
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"I highly recommend Dr. Kurtz. He is extremely knowledgable and personable. He can think "outside the box"." View Profile

Dr. Stanley C Jordan, MD

Nephrology
1 Award
53 years exp
West Hollywood, CA9.3 mi
"Dr Jordan is fantastic! Saved me from possible dialysis and eventual kidney transplant" View Profile

Dr. Tariq Shah, MD

Nephrology
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA
Dr. Tariq Shah, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Monica, CA. His specialties include Nephrology, Nephrologist. View Profile

Dr. Mehdi Nouri Kolouri, MD

Nephrology
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Marina Del Rey, CA2.1 mi
Dr. Mehdi Nouri Kolouri, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Marina Del Rey, CA, with other offices in Marina Del Rey, CA and Los Angeles, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Wayne Kingchao Tsang, MD

Nephrology
45 years exp
Torrance, CA9.3 mi
"There are no sufficient words in the English language to adequately describe how gifted a physician Dr. Tsang is. Dr. Tsang has been my primary physician and he is a blessing." View Profile

Dr. Mark Nachman, MD

Nephrology
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"Kind, caring and very thorough. I am 77 years old and have never had the kind of treatment where I feel that I am the only patient he has." View Profile

Dr. Seyed-Farhad N Chimeh, MD

Nephrology
29 years exp
Los Angeles, CA4.6 mi
"He is the best internist you could ever find. Unbelievably accurate diagnostic and treatment" View Profile

Dr. Anjay Rastogi, MD

Nephrology
33 years exp
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"Dr. Rastogi, in my point of view, is at the top of the very best in his field. He saved my life and my lifestyle." View Profile

Dr. James Mcdonald Wilson, MD

Nephrology
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"He is the best doctor you will ever have!! He is so positive and supportive!!" View Profile

Dr. Richard S Horowitz, MD

Internal Medicine
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Culver City, CA5.6 mi
"Incredible doctor, pioneer in trans health, funny, compassionate, rigorous. Love him! Front desk is terribly rude, but this runs across all medicine." View Profile

Dr. Susanne B Nicholas, MD

Nephrology
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA7.9 mi
Dr. Susanne B Nicholas, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with another office in Los Angeles, CA. She has 37 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Frederick Jalal Karubian, MD

Internal Medicine
43 years exp
Santa Monica, CA5.5 mi
"Great doctor!...very smart..very personable" View Profile

Dr. Robert Bruce Ettenger, MD

Nephrology
58 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA7.7 mi
"Dr ettengeer is the kind of person you can trust as a doctor and friend" View Profile

Dr. Antoine Caren Abcar, MD

Nephrology
30 years exp
Los Angeles, CA7.1 mi
"Dr. Abcar took care of my father in the hospital. He is such a knowledgeable and caring doctor. Very good doctor. I highly recommend him." View Profile

Dr. Phuong Thu-Thi Pham, MD

Nephrology
39 years exp
Los Angeles, CA7.9 mi
Dr. Phuong Thu-Thi Pham, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA. She has 39 years of experience. Her specialties include Nephrology. View Profile

Dr. Shrinath Barathan, MD

Nephrology
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA9.2 mi
"My mom is so lucky to have Dr. Barathan attended her. He is extremely attentive and thorough in explaining all conditions to us. A great doctor." View Profile

Dr. Christopher Michael Woehrstein, MD

Nephrology
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Marina Del Rey, CA2.1 mi
Dr. Christopher Michael Woehrstein, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Marina Del Rey, CA, with other offices in Inglewood, CA and Torrance, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Ronald Lang

Internal Medicine
West Hollywood, CA9.3 mi
Dr. Ronald Lang is a health care provider primarily located in West Hollywood, CA, with other offices in Baldwin Park, CA and Los Angeles, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Hosayn Khaleeli, MD

Nephrology
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Torrance, CA9.3 mi
"He is a great Doctor He save my life" View Profile

Dr. Patricia Liu Weng, MD

Nephrology
25 years exp
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"courteous, punctual, good bedside manner" View Profile

Dr. Marjan Chegounchi, MD

Nephrology
31 years exp
Los Angeles, CA4.6 mi
Dr. Marjan Chegounchi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Los Angeles, CA, with other offices in Hawthorne, CA and Gardena, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Wendy Wong Cheng, MD

Nephrology
22 years exp
Marina Del Rey, CA2.1 mi
"Very pleased with my visit! Caring attitude. Extremely able to explain and answer all my questions. Spent appropriate amount of time. I would recommend her highly." View Profile

Dr. Pagiel Shechter, MD

Nephrology
49 years exp
West Hollywood, CA9.3 mi
Dr. Pagiel Shechter, MD is a health care provider primarily located in West Hollywood, CA. He has 49 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Zahra Tabassian, MD

Nephrology
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Inglewood, CA5.3 mi
"shes a great doctor and i do recommend her" View Profile

Dr. Niloofar Nobakht Haghighi, MD

Internal Medicine
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Los Angeles, CA7.5 mi
"• Dr. Niloofar Nobakht, MD is a wonderful highly professional and very kind Doctor with amazing skills and talents in her medical specialties! " View Profile

Dr. Edgar Allan Musngi, MD

Nephrology
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Inglewood, CA4.9 mi
Dr. Edgar Allan Musngi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Inglewood, CA, with other offices in Inglewood, CA and Torrance, CA(and 14 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Huma Syeda Kennedy, MD

Nephrology
19 years exp
Torrance, CA9.3 mi
"She takes time to listen and carefully treat each patient. She is both knowledgeable and caring. She of one of the best doctors I have ever known." View Profile

Dr. Payman Vahedifar, MD

Nephrology
32 years exp
Santa Monica, CA5.8 mi
"I’ve been taking my father in law to Dr. Vahedifar for years. He is truly amazing and his bedside manners are one of a kind." 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 Playa del Rey 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 Playa del Rey 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 Playa del Rey who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Nephrologists providing telehealth services in Playa del Rey. 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 Playa del Rey?
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 Playa del Rey?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Playa del Rey. 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 Playa del Rey have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Playa del Rey. This helps you find a Nephrologist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Nephrologists in Playa del Rey 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 Playa del Rey with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Nephrologists in Playa del Rey. 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 Playa del Rey?
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 Playa del Rey 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 Playa del Rey 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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