17 Nephrologists Found in Sanford, NC

We found 17 Nephrologists available in Sanford, NC with an average 4 stars across 30 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 10 Nephrologists listed are accepting new patients and 7 accept Medicare.

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Dr. James Le Roy Deterding, MD

Nephrology
47 years exp
Sanford, NC2.2 mi
"By all standards falls in the best doctor category" View Profile

Dr. Keisha L. Gibson

Nephrology
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sanford, NC
"Keisha Gibson is by far the best Dr. we have ever had. She cares about her patients she listens to them, she is accessible to her patients which is key ." View Profile

Dr. Akhil Hegde

Nephrology
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sanford, NC1.9 mi
Dr. Akhil Hegde is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC, with other offices in Chapel Hill, NC and Chapel Hill, NC(and 13 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Thomas Caldwell Phillips, MD

Nephrology
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sanford, NC2.1 mi
"Excellent professional. Very intellectual, diligent and thorough." View Profile

Dr. Emily Chang

Nephrology
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sanford, NC
"Dr.Chang and everyone that works with her that I have had the pleasure of meeting were wonderful. This is one of the only doctors I don't dread going to." View Profile

Dr. Saad Mohammed Shariff

Nephrology
18 years exp
Sanford, NC
Dr. Saad Mohammed Shariff is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC. He has 18 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology, Nephrologist. View Profile

Dr. Katherine Westreich

Nephrology
17 years exp
Sanford, NC
Dr. Katherine Westreich is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC, with another office in Sanford, NC. She has 17 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Ana Cortez

Nephrology
Accepting New Patients
Sanford, NC
Dr. Ana Cortez is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC, with other offices in Raleigh, NC and Wilmington, NC. Her specialties include Nephrology, Nephrologist. View Profile

Dr. Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner

Nephrology
15 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sanford, NC
Dr. Maria Isabel Villegas Kastner is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC. She has 15 years of experience. Her specialties include Nephrology, Nephrologist. View Profile

Dr. Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez

Nephrology
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sanford, NC
Dr. Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC. She has 12 years of experience. Her specialties include Nephrology, Nephrologist. View Profile

Dr. Jessica Lauren Stahl, MD

Nephrology
16 years exp
Sanford, NC1.9 mi
Dr. Jessica Lauren Stahl, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC, with other offices in Sanford, NC and Salt Lake City, UT(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Arinze Okwudili Ikeme, MD

Nephrology
23 years exp
Sanford, NC2.2 mi
Dr. Arinze Okwudili Ikeme, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC. He has 23 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Ted Phillips, MD

Nephrology
Accepting New Patients
Sanford, NC1.6 mi
Dr. Ted Phillips, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC. Their specialties include Nephrology, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Roshni Radhakrishna, MD

Nephrology
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sanford, NC1.9 mi
Dr. Roshni Radhakrishna, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC, with other offices in Sanford, NC and Fort Collins, CO(and 8 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Victor David Kim, MD

Nephrology
11 years exp
Sanford, NC2.2 mi
Dr. Victor David Kim, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC, with another office in Sanford, NC. He has 11 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Thomas C. Phillips

Nephrology
Sanford, NC2.2 mi
Dr. Thomas C. Phillips is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC. Their specialties include Nephrology. View Profile

Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua

Addiction Medicine
67 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sanford, NC2.9 mi
Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua is a health care provider primarily located in Sanford, NC, with other offices in COLUMBUS, OH and Greenville, NC(and 2052 other locations).

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 Sanford 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 Sanford 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 Sanford who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Nephrologists providing telehealth services in Sanford. 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 Sanford?
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 Sanford?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Sanford. 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 Sanford have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Sanford. This helps you find a Nephrologist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Nephrologists in Sanford 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 Sanford with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Nephrologists in Sanford. 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 Sanford?
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 Sanford 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 Sanford 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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