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    MediFind found 270 doctor with experience in Chronic Kidney Disease near Smyrna, GA. Of these, 165 are Experienced, 59 are Advanced, 45 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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      Janice I. Lea
      Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus

      550 Peachtree Street Northeast, MedicalOfficeTower, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (11.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      38+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Janice Lea is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lea has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, and Kidney Transplant.

      Dariush Bahrami
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Nephrology Consultants Of GA - Atlanta

      275 Collier Road NW Suite 290, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dariush Bahrami is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Bahrami is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Acute Tubular Necrosis. Dr. Bahrami is currently accepting new patients.

      Sheldon M. Shore
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Nephrology Consultants Of GA - Atlanta

      275 Collier Road NW Suite 290, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sheldon Shore is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Shore is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Acute Tubular Necrosis, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Shore is currently accepting new patients.

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      Susan C. Hill
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Atlanta Nephrology Associates

      5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Ste500, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      49+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Susan Hill is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Hill has been practicing medicine for over 49 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, and Acute Kidney Failure.

      Shaun Conlon
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology

      Atlanta Nephrology Associates

      5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Ste500, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      19+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Shaun Conlon is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Conlon has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrotic Syndrome, and Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome.

      Anupama Gowda
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Peachtree Nephrology, P.C.

      5669 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Ste240, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      30+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Kannada

      Anupama Gowda is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Gowda has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Nephrosclerosis.

      Karina K. Belinfante
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Emory At Belmont

      1060 Windy Hill Road Southeast, Ste100, 
      Smyrna, GA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      23+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Karina Belinfante is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Georgia. Dr. Belinfante has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

      Joseph Khouri
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Emory At Belmont

      1060 Windy Hill Road Southeast, Ste100, 
      Smyrna, GA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      48+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French, Portuguese, Spanish

      Joseph Khouri is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Smyrna, Georgia. Dr. Khouri has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      David N. Kim
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine

      Smyrna Family Medicine, LLC

      400 Technology Court Southeast SE, Suite G, 
      Smyrna, GA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Kim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smyrna, Georgia. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

      Saju I. Mathew
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Of Vinings

      3020 Paces Mill Road, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Malayalam, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Mathew is board certified in Family Medicine and also holds a Masters in Public Health (MPH) from the Emory Rollins School of Public Health. He speaks multiple languages including Spanish. Since completing his residency, he has focused on primary care and urgent care, before joining Piedmont physicians at Vinings.Dr. Mathew believes in treating our human bodies like a temple. He always tries to find a holistic approach to treating a medical issue rather than a pharmacological approach, when appropriate. In his free time, Dr. Mathew enjoys traveling around the world, playing tennis, and working out at the gym.Dr. Mathew frequently appears on CNN, HLN and WSB-TV Atlanta as a medical analyst and speaks on a wide variety of medical topics. Dr. Mathew is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension.

      William L. Kriegel
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Of Vinings

      3020 Paces Mill Road, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      William Kriegel, D.O., earned his medical degree from A.T. Sill University of Health Sciences in Kirksville, Mo. He completed his family medicine residency at Normandy/Deaconess Hospitals in St. Louis, Mo. He received his undergraduate degree in biology and chemistry from Truman State University in Kirksville, Mo. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Kriegel was in practice at WellStar Medical Group for 19 years. Dr. Kriegel is board certified in family medicine and earned a certificate of added qualifications (CAQ) in sports medicine. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, Georgia Osteopathic Association, and Cobb County Medical Society. In his spare time, Dr. Kriegel enjoys walking his dog, cycling, swimming, and photography. He lives in Atlanta and is married with one son. Dr. Kriegel welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Kriegel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      540 Powder Springs St, Suite 29, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Tamil, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sandeep Jaglan is a Nephrologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Jaglan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, Necrosis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jaglan is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      North Atlanta Kidney Specialist

      980 Johnson Ferry Road, Ste420, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      40+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Maria Orig is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Orig has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrosclerosis, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Piedmont Nephrology & Internal Medicine Atlanta

      105 Collier Rd NW Suite 3040, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lara Watkins is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Watkins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Magnesium Deficiency. Dr. Watkins is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Piedmont Nephrology & Internal Medicine Atlanta

      105 Collier Rd NW Suite 3040, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Tamil
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Gautham Viswanathan is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Viswanathan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Senior-Loken Syndrome. Dr. Viswanathan is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Piedmont Nephrology & Internal Medicine Atlanta

      105 Collier Rd NW Suite 3040, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

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

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology

      Vainer & Vainer Nephrology

      5667 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Ste380, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      37+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sorin Vainer is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Vainer has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis, and Acute Kidney Failure.

      Eric M. Gibney
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Transplant Surgery

      Piedmont Transplant Institute

      1968 Peachtree Road, N.w., 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Eric M. Gibney is a program director for Piedmont Transplant Institute. He is a transplant nephrologist who specializes in kidney diseases and transplantation. Dr. Gibney's special interests include living kidney donation, transplant outreach, kidney disease in patients with liver disease, transplantation in HIV and clinical immunosuppression. He is involved with national committee work in living donor paired exchange, patient safety, and fellowship education in addition to being the Mason Endowed Chair in Transplant Services. Prior to joining Piedmont Transplant Institute, Dr. Gibney was a transplant nephrologist with the Division of Nephrology at the Hume-Lee Transplant Center at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Gibney received his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and completed his fellowship in renal transplantation and nephrology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver. He completed his residency at New York University School of Medicine where he was also chief medical resident. He also performed post-graduate work in clinical research and biostatistics at the University of Colorado. Dr. Gibney is board certified in internal medicine and nephrology and has been published in numerous medical journals. Dr. Gibney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Kidney Transplant.

      Christina L. Klein
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology | Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology | Transplant Surgery

      Piedmont Transplant Institute

      1968 Peachtree Road, N.w., 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Klein received her bachelors of science in ecology and evolutionary biology from the University of Arizona where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. Dr. Klein earned her medical degree from UCLA School of Medicine in Los Angeles, Calif. She completed her residency in internal medicine at UCSF in San Francisco, Calif. Her fellowship in nephrology was completed at the University of Colorado. In addition to her nephrology fellowship, she finished a medical transplant fellowship at the University of Wisconsin. Prior to joining Piedmont Transplant Institute, Dr. Klein was a transplant nephrologist at Washington University School of Medicine as the Medical Director for high risk kidney transplantation and pancreas transplantation. She also served as the Transplant Fellowship Program Director. Dr. Klein has been practicing medicine for 13 years and is board certified in internal medicine and nephrology. She is also a member of the American Society of Transplantation and the American Society of Nephrology. Dr. Klein welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Klein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS), Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome, D-Plus Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant.

      Joshua H. Wolf
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Transplant Surgery

      Piedmont Transplant Institute

      1968 Peachtree Road, N.w., 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Joshua Wolf is a transplant nephrologist at Piedmont Transplant Institute who specializes in kidney diseases and transplantation. Dr. Wolf has a special interest in living donor transplantation as well as transplanting the highly-sensitized recipient. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Emory University School of Medicine, completed his internship and residency at New York University Medical Center and his general and transplant nephrology training at the University of California, San Francisco. Hospital Affiliation Piedmont Atlanta Hospital Specialty Kidney Diseases and Transplantation Nephrology Transplant Nephrology Board Certification American Board of Internal Medicine Special Interests Transplanting the highly sensitized recipient Education and Training Medical School:Emory University School of Medicine Internship:New York University Medical Center Residency:New York University Medical Center. Dr. Wolf is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Magnesium Deficiency, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Chronic Kidney Disease?

      Chronic kidney disease is 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 Smyrna, GA?

      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 Smyrna, GA?

      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 Smyrna, GA?

      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 Smyrna, GA?

      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 Smyrna, GA?

      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 Smyrna, GA?

      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 Smyrna, GA?

      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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