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14 Nephrologists Found in Summerland, CA

We found 14 Nephrologists available in Summerland, CA with an average 3 stars across 113 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 4 accept Medicare.

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Dr. David Metz, MD

Nephrology
4.5
14 ratings
27 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA7.3 mi
"Extremely professional, knowledgeable and dedicated, Dr Metz LISTENS to his patients!!! TALKS to his patients ... that is almost unheard of nowadays." View Profile
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Dr William A. Golgert, MD

Nephrology
4.5
6 ratings
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA8.6 mi
"Dr Golgert spent a long time with me, consulting my previous medical history and then asking me pertinent questions relating to why I was seeing him." View Profile
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Dr. Hsien Cheng Young, MD

Sleep Medicine
2.5
21 ratings
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA7.3 mi
Dr. Hsien Cheng Young, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with other offices in Santa Barbara, CA and Lompoc, CA. He has 25 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Cindy Blifeld, MD

Pediatrics
4.2
39 ratings
45 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA7.3 mi
Dr. Cindy Blifeld, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with other offices in Lompoc, CA and Lompoc, CA(and 5 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Darol Drake Joseff, MD

Nephrology
4.8
12 ratings
46 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA7.3 mi
"Incredibly nice, super competent and caring. One of the finest physicians I have eVer met and I know a lot of the best ones as my wife, brother and daughter are all docs." View Profile
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Dr. John Glen Elder, MD

Internal Medicine
2.3
3 ratings
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA7.3 mi
Dr. John Glen Elder, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with other offices in Lompoc, CA and Santa Barbara, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Bindu Mayuri Kamal, MD

Nephrology
4.8
9 ratings
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA7.3 mi
"My wife visited Dr. Kamal since 2015 and we really like her professional service and she is a very experienced nephrologist." View Profile
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Dr. James J Murray Jr, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
4.7
6 ratings
Santa Barbara, CA7.3 mi
"Doctor Murray a highly trained doctor a gift from the Lord and also the Doctor who saved my wife Sandra's life. He cared and we trusted. We love you Doctor Murray you're our hero." View Profile
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Dr Milani K. Sivagnanam, MD

Nephrology
0 ratings
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA8.6 mi
Dr Milani K. Sivagnanam, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA. They have 12 years of experience. Their specialties include Nephrology. View Profile
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Dr. Margaret DeMeritt Bischel

Nephrology
0 ratings
61 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA1.8 mi
Dr. Margaret DeMeritt Bischel is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA. They have 61 years of experience. Their specialties include Nephrology. View Profile
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Dr. Andrew Gregory Ross, MD

Nephrology
1
2 ratings
13 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA7.3 mi
Dr. Andrew Gregory Ross, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with other offices in Santa Barbara, CA and Santa Barbara, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. John Francis Denver Jr, MD

Internal Medicine
1
1 rating
55 years exp
Santa Barbara, CA7.4 mi
Dr. John Francis Denver Jr, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA. They have 55 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Jwala Avi Karnik

Nephrology
0 ratings
30 years exp
SANTA BARBARA, CA7.1 mi
Dr. Jwala Avi Karnik is a health care provider primarily located in SANTA BARBARA, CA, with another office in SANTA BARBARA, CA. She has 30 years of experience. View Profile
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Patti Annette Wicklund

Nurse Practitioner
0 ratings
Accepting New Patients
Santa Barbara, CA7.4 mi
Patti Annette Wicklund is a health care provider primarily located in Santa Barbara, CA, with another office in Santa Barbara, CA. View Profile
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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 Summerland 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 Summerland 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 Summerland who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Nephrologists providing telehealth services in Summerland. 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 Summerland?
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 Summerland?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Summerland. 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 Summerland have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Summerland. This helps you find a Nephrologist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Nephrologists in Summerland 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 Summerland with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Nephrologists in Summerland. 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 Summerland?
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 Summerland 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 Summerland 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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