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23 Nephrologists Found in Ponce, PR

We found 23 Nephrologists available in Ponce, PR with an average 4 stars across 9 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. Angel Benito Rivera Santos

Nephrology
5
1 rating
36 years exp
Ponce, PR1.5 mi
"Ejemplo de excelencia medica! Excelente ser humano! Lo aprendio de sxu padre... Lo mas importante para Rivera Santos es el bienestar de sus pacientes!" View Profile
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Dr. Ivan Luis Claudio Gonzalez

Nephrology
5
1 rating
13 years exp
PONCE, PR1.7 mi
"He corrected misdiagnose from another doctor and put me on the path to greater health. Thanks "doc"." View Profile
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Dr. Jorge E Grillasca Palou

Nephrology
5
1 rating
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Ponce, PR2.4 mi
"por favor pongan el numero de Ext porque llevo una hora esperando en el cuadro q conteste alguien para q me comunique a la oficina del doctor" View Profile
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Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves, MD

Nephrology
1
2 ratings
24 years exp
Ponce, PR1.5 mi
Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR, with other offices in Ponce, PR and Ponce, PR. He has 24 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Daniel Perez Brisebois

Nephrology
0 ratings
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Ponce, PR1.5 mi
Dr. Daniel Perez Brisebois is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR, with other offices in Ponce, PR and Ponce, PR(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Francisco Javier Caraballo Garcia

Family Medicine
0 ratings
7 years exp
Ponce, PR1.5 mi
Dr. Francisco Javier Caraballo Garcia is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR, with other offices in San Antonio, TX and Ponce, PR(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Janice Crespo Salgado

Nephrology
0 ratings
18 years exp
Ponce, PR1.5 mi
Dr. Janice Crespo Salgado is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR, with other offices in Ponce, PR and Ponce, PR(and 3 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Jesenia Marie De Jesus Alvarez

Internal Medicine
0 ratings
9 years exp
Ponce, PR1.5 mi
Dr. Jesenia Marie De Jesus Alvarez is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR, with other offices in Ponce, PR and Ponce, PR. She has 9 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Nahomie Ivette Veguilla Rivera

Internal Medicine
0 ratings
7 years exp
Ponce, PR1.5 mi
Dr. Nahomie Ivette Veguilla Rivera is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR, with other offices in Ponce, PR and Ponce, PR. She has 7 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Cosme Damian Santos Torres

Nephrology
0 ratings
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Ponce, PR1.7 mi
Dr. Cosme Damian Santos Torres is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR, with other offices in Ponce, PR and Ponce, PR(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Francis Manuel Vazquez Roura

Nephrology
0 ratings
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
PONCE, PR1.7 mi
Dr. Francis Manuel Vazquez Roura is a health care provider primarily located in PONCE, PR, with another office in Ponce, PR. He has 38 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Luis Angel Diaz Cruz

Nephrology
0 ratings
13 years exp
PONCE, PR1.7 mi
Dr. Luis Angel Diaz Cruz is a health care provider primarily located in PONCE, PR, with another office in PONCE, PR. He has 13 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Melissa Mia Vega

Nephrology
0 ratings
7 years exp
PONCE, PR1.7 mi
Dr. Melissa Mia Vega is a health care provider primarily located in PONCE, PR, with another office in Springfield, MA. She has 7 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Praxedes Eduardo Alvarez Santiago

Nephrology
0 ratings
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
PONCE, PR1.7 mi
Dr. Praxedes Eduardo Alvarez Santiago is a health care provider primarily located in PONCE, PR, with other offices in PONCE, PR and Ponce, PR(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Jannice Marie Arroyo Soto

Internal Medicine
0 ratings
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
PONCE, PR1.7 mi
Dr. Jannice Marie Arroyo Soto is a health care provider primarily located in PONCE, PR, with another office in Jayuya, PR. She has 18 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Marco Albarran Portilla

Internal Medicine
0 ratings
52 years exp
Ponce, PR1.7 mi
Dr. Marco Albarran Portilla is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR. He has 52 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Yariana Emma Rodriguez Ortiz

Nephrology
0 ratings
7 years exp
Ponce, PR2.4 mi
Dr. Yariana Emma Rodriguez Ortiz is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR, with other offices in Pasadena, TX and Pasadena, TX(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Orlando Camacho Geck

Nephrology
0 ratings
16 years exp
Ponce, PR2.4 mi
Dr. Orlando Camacho Geck is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR. He has 16 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Juan Luis Vilaro Chardon

Nephrology
0 ratings
37 years exp
Ponce, PR2.4 mi
Dr. Juan Luis Vilaro Chardon is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR, with another office in PONCE, PR. He has 37 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Luis Antonio Ortiz Heredia

Nephrology
0 ratings
24 years exp
Ponce, PR2.4 mi
Dr. Luis Antonio Ortiz Heredia is a health care provider primarily located in Ponce, PR, with another office in Guayama, PR. He has 24 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Felix W Perez Ramos

Nephrology
0 ratings
18 years exp
PONCE, PR5.3 mi
Dr. Felix W Perez Ramos is a health care provider primarily located in PONCE, PR, with another office in Guayama, PR. He has 18 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Carlos Manuel Claudio Rodriguez, MD

Nephrology
4
3 ratings
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Juana Diaz, PR7.6 mi
Dr. Carlos Manuel Claudio Rodriguez, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Juana Diaz, PR, with other offices in Juana Diaz, PR and Fresno, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Ruben Galarza Almodovar

Pediatrics
5
1 rating
52 years exp
Penuelas, PR6.7 mi
Dr. Ruben Galarza Almodovar is a health care provider primarily located in Penuelas, PR. He has 52 years of experience. His specialties include Nephrology, Pediatrics. 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 Ponce 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 Ponce 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 Ponce who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Nephrologists providing telehealth services in Ponce. 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 Ponce?
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 Ponce?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Ponce. 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 Ponce have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Ponce. This helps you find a Nephrologist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Nephrologists in Ponce 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 Ponce with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Nephrologists in Ponce. 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 Ponce?
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 Ponce 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 Ponce 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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