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    MediFind found 170 doctor with experience in Acute Kidney Failure near Homewood, AL. Of these, 98 are Experienced, 57 are Advanced and 15 are Distinguished.

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    170 providers found
      Harold E. Giles
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

      Nephrology Associates, PC

      2700 Rogers Dr, Suite 102, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients

      Harold Giles is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Giles is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Giles is currently accepting new patients.

      John R. Brouillette
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

      Nephrology Associates, PC

      2700 Rogers Dr, Suite 102, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients

      John Brouillette is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Brouillette is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Brouillette is currently accepting new patients.

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      James L. Lewis
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

      Nephrology Associates, PC

      2010 Brookwood Med Ctr Dr, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Lewis is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Lewis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Lewis is currently accepting new patients.

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      Thomas H. Watson
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

      Fresenius Vascular Care Birmingham Mso LLC

      1280 Columbiana Rd, Suite 120, 
      Vestavia Hills, AL 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Watson is a Nephrologist in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. Dr. Watson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Watson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Nephrology
      Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Nephrology

      University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC

      619 19th St S, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shikha Mehta is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are MAGIC Syndrome, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

      Timothy A. Williams
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

      Nephrology Associates, PC

      810 Saint Vincents Dr, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Timothy Williams is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Williams is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

      Theodore S. Feely
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Nephrology | Hospital Medicine
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Nephrology | Hospital Medicine

      Nephrology Associates, PC

      817 Princeton Ave Sw, Suite 206, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Theodore Feely is a Nephrologist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Feely is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, Acute Kidney Failure, and Endoscopy. Dr. Feely is currently accepting new patients.

      William D. Lyndon
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

      Nephrology Associates, PC

      817 Princeton Ave Sw, Suite 206, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      William Lyndon is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Lyndon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Lyndon is currently accepting new patients.

      Jeffrey H. Glaze
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

      Nephrology Associates, PC

      817 Princeton Ave Sw, Suite 206, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jeffrey Glaze is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Glaze is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Glaze is currently accepting new patients.

      Roman R. Brantley
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

      Nephrology Associates, PC

      701 Princeton Ave Sw, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Roman Brantley is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Brantley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Brantley is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Nephrology
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Nephrology

      University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC

      619 19th St S, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Emmy Bell is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Bell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Bell is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

      Nephrology Associates, PC

      817 Princeton Ave Sw, Suite 206, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Harms is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Harms is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Harms is currently accepting new patients.

      David L. Tharpe
      Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
      35 W Lakeshore Dr, 
      Homewood, AL 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      David Tharpe is a Nephrologist in Homewood, Alabama. Dr. Tharpe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Tharpe is currently accepting new patients.

      Eric L. Wallace
      Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Nephrology | Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Nephrology | Internal Medicine

      Nephrology Clinic At The Kirklin Clinic Of UAB Hospital

      2000 6th Ave S, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      14+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Eric Wallace is an Internal Medicine provider in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Wallace has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Fabry Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency, Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Wallace is currently accepting new patients.

      Michael B. Hovater
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
      Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

      Nephrology Associates, PC

      3690 Grandview Pkwy, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Hovater is a Nephrologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Hovater is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Hovater is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure

      First Docs LLC

      400 University Park Dr, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Marcos Almonte-Sencion is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Almonte-Sencion is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Acute Kidney Failure, Hip Replacement, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Almonte-Sencion is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Internal Medicine
      2010 Brookwood Med Ctr Dr, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Ward is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Ward is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Acute Kidney Failure, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ward is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Internal Medicine

      Hospitalists Services Of Alabama, LLC

      2010 Brookwood Med Ctr Dr, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Khalid Al-Duais is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Al-Duais is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Acute Kidney Failure, Apoplexy, and Stroke.

      Thomas W. Ozbirn
      Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
      35 W Lakeshore Dr, 
      Homewood, AL 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Thomas Ozbirn is a Nephrologist in Homewood, Alabama. Dr. Ozbirn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

      Ryan R. Kraemer
      Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
      Internal Medicine
      1717 6th Ave S, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ryan Kraemer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Kraemer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Pericarditis, Renal Papillary Necrosis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS), and Endoscopy. Dr. Kraemer is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Acute Kidney Failure?

      Acute kidney failure is the rapid (less than 2 days) loss of your kidneys' ability to remove waste and help balance fluids and electrolytes in your body.

      When should I see an Acute Kidney Failure doctor near Homewood, AL?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Acute Kidney Failure doctor near Homewood, AL?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Acute Kidney Failure doctors near Homewood, AL?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Acute Kidney Failure doctors near Homewood, AL?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Acute Kidney Failure doctor near Homewood, AL?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Kidney Failure doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Kidney Failure doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Acute Kidney Failure doctor near Homewood, AL?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Acute Kidney Failure doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Acute Kidney Failure doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Acute Kidney Failure doctors near Homewood, AL?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Kidney Failure doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Acute Kidney Failure doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Kidney Failure doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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