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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Nephrology | Internal Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Nephrology | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Harbor-UCLA Nephrology

    1124 W Carson St, Harbor-UCLA MFI, 
    Torrance, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kamyar_Kalantar-ZadehEducationKalantar-Zadeh received his education in medicine from the University of Bochum and University of Bonn (Germany) and his M.D. degree from the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (Germany).[1] In addition, he obtained a master's degree in public health (Master of Public Health, MPH) and a PhD in epidemiology from the University of California, Berkeley.[1] He is a practicing triple board certified physician specialist in internal medicine, pediatrics, and nephrology.[1] Kalantar-Zadeh completed his residency at the State University of New York and his nephrology fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco.[1]CareerKalantar-Zadeh is a professor of medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and based at the Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor–UCLA Medical Center (2000-2012, and since 2023), where he worked with his former mentor Joel D. Kopple and served as the founding director of the Harold Simmons Center for Chronic Disease Research and Epidemiology. During 2012-2022 Kalantar-Zadeh was in the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine as a tenured professor of medicine, pediatrics, public health, and Nursing Sciences, and chief of Nephrology,[1] and the UC Irvine Medical Center. He also serves as a part-time staff physician at Tibor-Rubin VA Medical center in Long Beach, California, under the Veterans Health Administration. Kalantar-Zadeh has r. Dr. Kalantar-Zadeh is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypertension, High Potassium Level, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Kalantar-Zadeh is board certified in Interal Medicine, Nephrology, and Pediatrics.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine

    Bailey Family Care, Inc

    1839 Health Care Dr New, 
    Port Richey, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Timothy Bailey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Port Richey, Florida. Dr. Bailey is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 105 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Blood Sugar, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Bailey is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Family Medicine/OMT. Dr. Bailey is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Internal Medicine

    UT Southwestern - Internal Medicine

    5939 Harry Hines Blvd, 8th Fl Ste 124, 
    Dallas, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yu Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Chen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. She is also highly rated in 215 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Acute Tubular Necrosis, Cerebral Hypoxia, Endovascular Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
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    114 Vassilissis Sofias Avenue, 
    Athens, ESYE31, GR 

    Dimitris Tousoulis practices practicing medicine in Athens, Greece. Tousoulis is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. They are also highly rated in 66 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Hypertension, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Wataru Shimizu practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Shimizu is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Fibrillation, Long QT Syndrome, Brugada Syndrome, Cardiac Ablation, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Copenhagen, DK 

    Peter Rossing practices practicing medicine in Copenhagen, Denmark. Mr. Rossing is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Nephropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Tenotomy, and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Copenhagen, DK 

    Jens Holst practices practicing medicine in Copenhagen, Denmark. Mr. Holst is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center

    3440 E La Palma Avenue, 
    Anaheim, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Raymond Chung is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Anaheim, California. Dr. Chung is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Chung is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Gwendolen Road, 
    Leicester, ENG, GB 

    Kamlesh Khunti practices practicing medicine in Leicester, United Kingdom. Khunti is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. They are also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Low Blood Sugar, Long Haul COVID, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Oberdürrbacher Str. 6, 
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Christoph Wanner practices practicing medicine in Wuerzburg, Germany. Mr. Wanner is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fabry Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Kidney Disease, Heart Failure, and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Nagoya, JP 

    Toyoaki Murohara practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Murohara is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. They are also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Cardiac Ablation.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Robert Koch Str. 40, 
    Goettingen, NI, DE 

    Stefan Anker practices practicing medicine in Goettingen, Germany. Mr. Anker is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Heart Transplant, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine
    3201 Springhill Dr, Suite 200, 
    North Little Rock, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jing Liu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Liu is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. She is also highly rated in 302 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia, Hypertension, Leukemia, Endoscopy, and Ureteral Reconstruction.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Untere Zahlbacher Str. 8, 
    Mainz, RP, DE 

    Thomas Munzel practices practicing medicine in Mainz, Germany. Mr. Munzel is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Embolism, Heart Attack, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Embolectomy.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    University Road, 
    Karachi, SD, PK 

    Naveed Sattar practices practicing medicine in Karachi, Pakistan. Mr. Sattar is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Tissue Biopsy.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Herlev, DK 

    Morten Karsdal practices practicing medicine in Herlev, Denmark. Mr. Karsdal is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Kidney Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Soborg, DK 

    Filip Knop practices practicing medicine in Soborg, Denmark. Mr. Knop is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Low Blood Sugar, Vagotomy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    19 Bradhurst Ave Ste 1700GG, 
    Hawthorne, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wilbert Aronow is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hawthorne, New York. Dr. Aronow is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Hypertension, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Hellerup, DK 

    Tina Vilsboll practices practicing medicine in Hellerup, Denmark. Ms. Vilsboll is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Low Blood Sugar, Gastric Bypass, and Vagotomy.

    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Referral may be required
    Suita, JP 

    Yasushi Sakata practices practicing medicine in Suita, Japan. Sakata is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. They are also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac Ablation, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Chronic Kidney Disease?

    Chronic kidney disease (CKD) usually causes the slow loss of kidney function over time. The main job of the kidneys is to remove wastes and excess water from the body.

    When should I see a Chronic Kidney Disease doctor near me?

    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 a Chronic Kidney Disease doctor near me?

    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 Chronic Kidney Disease doctors near me?

    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 Chronic Kidney Disease doctors near me?

    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 a Chronic Kidney Disease doctor near me?

    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 Chronic Kidney Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Chronic Kidney Disease 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 a Chronic Kidney Disease doctor near me?

    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 Chronic Kidney Disease 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 Chronic Kidney Disease 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 Chronic Kidney Disease doctors near me?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Chronic Kidney Disease 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 a Chronic Kidney Disease doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Chronic Kidney Disease 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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