The 20 Best Acute Kidney Failure Doctors Near Me in Morganton, NC

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The 20 Best Acute Kidney Failure Doctors near Morganton, NC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Acute Kidney Failure near Morganton, NC. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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15 providers found
    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Nephrology
    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Nephrology

    Cordium Links LLC

    145 W Parker Rd, 
    Morganton, NC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Paul is a Nephrologist in Morganton, North Carolina. Dr. Paul 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 Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome.

    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure

    Blue Ridge Healthcare Medical Group Inc.

    352 E Parker Rd Ste B, 
    Morganton, NC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sosan Alzibair is a Nephrologist in Morganton, North Carolina. Dr. Alzibair is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Necrosis.

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

    Unc Health Blue Ridge-Morganton

    2201 S Sterling St, 
    Morganton, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Plyler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Morganton, North Carolina. Dr. Plyler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Premature Ovarian Failure, Infertility, Dementia, and Anemia.

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

    Unc Health Blue Ridge-Morganton

    2201 S Sterling St, 
    Morganton, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luigi Frugone is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Morganton, North Carolina. Dr. Frugone 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, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Unc Health Blue Ridge-Morganton

    2201 S Sterling St, 
    Morganton, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Kirkland is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Morganton, North Carolina. Dr. Kirkland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Unc Health Blue Ridge-Morganton

    2201 S Sterling St, 
    Morganton, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Grossens is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Morganton, North Carolina. Dr. Grossens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Hip Replacement, and Ureteroscopy.

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

    Blue Ridge Healthcare Medical Group Inc.

    117 Foothills Dr, 
    Morganton, NC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Teresa Campanile is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Morganton, North Carolina. Dr. Campanile is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Peptic Ulcer, and Gastrostomy.

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

    High Country Community Health

    301 E Meeting St Ste 101, 
    Morganton, NC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Johanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Morganton, North Carolina. Dr. Johanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Otitis, Chronic Pain, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Anemia.

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

    Office

    2209 S Sterling St Ste 300, 
    Morganton, NC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Dembski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Morganton, North Carolina. Dr. Dembski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Low Potassium Level, and Anemia.

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

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    319 Springwood Dr, 
    Valdese, NC 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    S Jacob is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Valdese, North Carolina. Dr. Jacob is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Hip Replacement, and Ureteroscopy.

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

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    319 Springwood Dr, 
    Valdese, NC 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Cowen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Valdese, North Carolina. Dr. Cowen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Colonoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

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

    Office

    730 Malcolm Blvd Ste 150, 
    Rutherford College, NC 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lauren Lippard is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rutherford College, North Carolina. Dr. Lippard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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

    Blue Ridge Healthcare Medical Group Inc.

    1766 Connelly Springs Rd, 
    Lenoir, NC 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Benitez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lenoir, North Carolina. Dr. Benitez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Pericarditis, Headache, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

    Blue Ridge Healthcare Medical Group Inc.

    1766 Connelly Springs Rd, 
    Lenoir, NC 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Guerra is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lenoir, North Carolina. Dr. Guerra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His top areas of expertise are Dystrophinopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2A, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2B.

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

    Caldwell Memorial Hospital Inc.

    270 Pine Mountain Rd Ste 2, 
    Hudson, NC 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Allison Sharp is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hudson, North Carolina. Dr. Sharp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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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 Morganton, NC?

    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 Morganton, NC?

    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 Morganton, NC?

    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 Morganton, NC?

    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 Morganton, NC?

    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 Morganton, NC?

    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 Morganton, NC?

    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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