The 20 Best Acute Kidney Failure Doctors Near Me in Springfield, IL

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The 20 Best Acute Kidney Failure Doctors near Springfield, IL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Acute Kidney Failure near Springfield, IL. Of these, 21 are Experienced, 6 are Distinguished and 4 are Advanced.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Merry Downer is a Nephrologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Downer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Low Sodium Level.

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

    Springfield Obstetric & Gynecologic Associates S.C.

    350 W Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richa Pandey is a Nephrologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Pandey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, Necrosis, and Low Sodium Level.

    Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
    Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

    Springfield Obstetric & Gynecologic Associates S.C.

    350 W Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bhavani Adusumilli is a Nephrologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Adusumilli is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Necrosis.

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    Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
    Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

    Springfield Obstetric & Gynecologic Associates S.C.

    350 W Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicolas Forero is a Nephrologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Forero 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), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Necrosis.

    Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
    Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure

    Springfield Obstetric & Gynecologic Associates S.C.

    350 W Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bradford West is a Nephrologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. West is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Necrosis.

    Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Siu Medicine Nephrology

    3401 Conifer Dr, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Xueguang Chen is an Internal Medicine provider in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Chen 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 High Potassium Level.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Intensive Care Medicine

    St Johns Hospital Laboratory

    800 E Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Muhammad Qaseem is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Qaseem is rated as an Experienced 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, Necrosis, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Siu Center For Family Medicine

    751 N Rutledge St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martha Hlafka is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Hlafka has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Siu Medicine Nephrology

    3401 Conifer Dr, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vikrampal Bhatti is an Internal Medicine provider in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Bhatti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Necrosis.

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

    Siu Medicine Nephrology

    3401 Conifer Dr, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Oritsegbubemi Adekola is an Internal Medicine provider in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Adekola is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and High Potassium Level.

    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure

    Central Illinois Kidney & Dialysis Associates SC

    3401 Conifer Dr, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashraf Tamizuddin is a Nephrologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Tamizuddin is rated as an Advanced 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 Low Sodium Level.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine

    St Johns Hospital Laboratory

    800 E Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fareed Mardani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Mardani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Family Medicine

    Siu Medicine Center For Family Medicine | Springfield

    520 N 4th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michal Dynda is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Dynda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Hayes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Hayes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adrienne Stich is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Stich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Ureteroscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Drake is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Drake is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Family Medicine

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Randy Western is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Western is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Anemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Hospital Medicine

    Memorial Medical Center

    701 N 1st St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Robinson is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Robinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Sepsis, Blastomycosis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Springfield Obstetric & Gynecologic Associates S.C.

    350 W Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aileen Zhen is an Internal Medicine provider in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Zhen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Low Potassium Level.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure

    Springfield Obstetric & Gynecologic Associates S.C.

    350 W Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmad Mohamad is a Nephrologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Mohamad has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Osmotic Diuresis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Springfield, IL?

    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 Springfield, IL?

    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 Springfield, IL?

    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 Springfield, IL?

    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 Springfield, IL?

    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 Springfield, IL?

    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 Springfield, IL?

    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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