12 Nephrologists Found in Apollo, PA

We found 12 Nephrologists available in Apollo, PA with an average 5 stars across 41 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 8 Nephrologists listed are accepting new patients and 8 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Darius Saghafi, MD

Nephrology
59 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Vandergrift, PA5.1 mi
Dr. Darius Saghafi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Vandergrift, PA, with other offices in Monroeville, PA and Natrona Heights, PA(and 11 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Charles Ross Betts, MD

Internal Medicine
Accepting New Patients
Natrona Heights, PA8.8 mi
Dr. Charles Ross Betts, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Natrona Heights, PA, with other offices in Natrona Heights, PA and Butler, PA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Tina Yun-Ting Ko, DO

Nephrology
29 years exp
Natrona Heights, PA9.2 mi
"Excellent follow up." View Profile

Dr. Luis Manuel Ortega, MD

Nephrology
42 years exp
Natrona Heights, PA9.2 mi
Dr. Luis Manuel Ortega, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Natrona Heights, PA, with other offices in Moon Township, PA and Pittsburgh, PA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Hoda Kamel Halim Kaldas, MD

Nephrology
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Kensington, PA9.8 mi
"Dr. Kaldas is patient in explaining things to me again and again so I understood what needed to happen to begin dialysis." View Profile

Dr. Barbara Anne Clark, MD

Nephrology
44 years exp
Natrona Heights, PA9.2 mi
"Very caring. Spends a good amount of time making sure you understand the issues and your options." View Profile

Dr. Brian William Zimmer, DO

Nephrology
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Natrona Heights, PA9.2 mi
"Very caring doctor that also listens to what you have to say" View Profile

Dr. Ashish Sharma, MD

Nephrology
17 years exp
Natrona Heights, PA9.2 mi
Dr. Ashish Sharma, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Natrona Heights, PA, with other offices in Pittsburgh, PA and Natrona Heights, PA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Uma Shankari Kannapadi, MD

Nephrology
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Natrona Heights, PA9.1 mi
Dr. Uma Shankari Kannapadi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Natrona Heights, PA, with other offices in Pittsburgh, PA and Butler, PA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Jashwant K Sharma, MD

Internal Medicine
57 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Natrona Heights, PA9.1 mi
Dr. Jashwant K Sharma, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Natrona Heights, PA, with other offices in Natrona Heights, PA and Export, PA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Meghan Leri

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Natrona Heights, PA9.1 mi
Meghan Leri is a health care provider primarily located in Natrona Heights, PA, with other offices in Blawnox, PA and Clairton, PA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Micaela Britney Connelly

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Natrona Heights, PA9.1 mi
Micaela Britney Connelly is a health care provider primarily located in Natrona Heights, PA, with another office in GIBSONIA, PA. 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 Apollo 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 Apollo 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 Apollo who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Nephrologists providing telehealth services in Apollo. 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 Apollo?
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 Apollo?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Apollo. 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 Apollo have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Apollo. This helps you find a Nephrologist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Nephrologists in Apollo 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 Apollo with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Nephrologists in Apollo. 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 Apollo?
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 Apollo 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 Apollo 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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