The 20 Best Acute Kidney Failure Doctors Near Me in vandergrift, PA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Acute Kidney Failure near vandergrift, PA. Of these, 15 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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

    Allegheny Clinic

    224 Longfellow St Ste 200, 
    Vandergrift, PA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mohan Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Vandergrift, Pennsylvania. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Endoscopy.

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

    Armstrong Primary Care Center

    116 Main St, 
    Leechburg, PA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Litz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Leechburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Litz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia, Low Potassium Level, Gitelman Syndrome, and Atypical Pneumonia.

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

    Armstrong Primary Care Center

    116 Main St, 
    Leechburg, PA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Balestrino is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Leechburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Balestrino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Dementia.

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

    Philip A Gelacek MD & Associates PC

    313 Ford St Ste 2A, 
    Ford City, PA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Oleksak is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ford City, Pennsylvania. Dr. Oleksak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Hypothyroidism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Oleksak is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Referral may be required

    Office

    251 7th St Ste 204, 
    New Kensington, PA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darius Saghafi is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. Dr. Saghafi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis, Fanconi Syndrome, Lysinuric Protein Intolerance, and Fanconi Bickel Syndrome.

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

    Allegheny Valley Hospital

    1301 Carlisle St, 
    Natrona Heights, PA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jude Elias is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania. Dr. Elias is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Sepsis, Rhabdomyolysis, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
    Distinguished in Acute Kidney Failure
    Referral may be required

    ACMH Hospital

    1 Nolte Dr, 
    Kittanning, PA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Smitha Thomas is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Thomas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Nephropathy, Acute Kidney Failure, Necrosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

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

    Latrobe Area Hospital Inc.

    101 9th St, 
    Saltsburg, PA 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Mcgaughran is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Saltsburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mcgaughran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

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

    Office

    1049 Unity Center Rd, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amer Akhrass is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Akhrass is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, Costochondritis, and Tietz Syndrome. Dr. Akhrass is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Frederick B Doerfler JR

    260 S Jefferson St, 
    Kittanning, PA 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joshua Brice is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Brice is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    4448 Old William Penn Hwy Ste 100, 
    Murrysville, PA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Palaniappan Muthappan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Murrysville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Muthappan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Lung Cancer, Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Partners In Health-UPMC

    6530 Route 22, Suite 200, 
    Delmont, PA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ken Gibson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Delmont, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gibson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Livedo Reticularis, Pericarditis, Dementia, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Gibson is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Gibson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1 Nolte Drive Ext, 
    Kittanning, PA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Betts is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. Dr. Betts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Diabetic Nephropathy.

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

    ACMH Hospital

    1 Nolte Dr, 
    Kittanning, PA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jon Belasco is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Belasco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Cerebral Hypoxia, Atypical Pneumonia, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement.

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

    ACMH Hospital

    1 Nolte Dr, 
    Kittanning, PA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clifford Vogan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. Dr. Vogan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Advanced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Referral may be required

    Coordinated Kidney Care Group Inc.

    1 Nolte Dr Bldg 700, 
    Kittanning, PA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amith Shamir is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Shamir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Nephropathy, Acute Kidney Failure, Low Sodium Level, and Chronic Kidney Disease.

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

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians - CCHM

    1 Nolte Drive, Armstrong County Memorial Hospital, 
    Kittanning, PA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gwen Breuer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. Dr. Breuer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Breuer is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians.

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

    BHS Ford City Family Practice

    432 3rd Ave, 
    Ford City, PA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karla Mccann is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ford City, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mccann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

    Wecare At Murrysville Rehab And Nursing Center

    3300 Logan Ferry Rd, 
    Murrysville, PA 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nikolai Zdrale is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murrysville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zdrale is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Macroamylasemia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Stroke.

    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Experienced in Acute Kidney Failure
    Referral may be required

    Fresenius Medical Care Of Murrysville

    20 Wesco Dr, 
    Export, PA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Ferguson is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Export, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ferguson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Kidney Failure. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 vandergrift, PA?

    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 vandergrift, PA?

    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 vandergrift, PA?

    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 vandergrift, PA?

    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 vandergrift, PA?

    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 vandergrift, PA?

    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 vandergrift, PA?

    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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