The 20 Best Chronic Kidney Disease Doctors Near Me in Murphysboro, IL

Find the Top Chronic Kidney Disease Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Chronic Kidney Disease near Murphysboro, IL. Of these, 11 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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13 providers found
    Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

    Kidney Disease And Medicine Specialty Consultants LLC

    1350 Cedar Ct, 
    Carbondale, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Muhammad Kamran is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Kamran is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney, and Chronic Kidney Disease.

    Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease

    Kidney Disease And Medicine Specialty Consultants LLC

    1350 Cedar Ct, 
    Carbondale, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vamsi Chilluru is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Chilluru is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine

    Shawnee Health Care Pharmacy

    7 S Hospital Dr, 
    Murphysboro, IL 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Ripperda is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Ripperda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine

    Shawnee Health Care Pharmacy

    7 S Hospital Dr, 
    Murphysboro, IL 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clare Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Colorectal Cancer.

    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Shawnee Health Care Pharmacy

    7 S Hospital Dr, 
    Murphysboro, IL 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Higgins is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Higgins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Andersen-Tawil Syndrome, Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis, Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, and Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis.

    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine

    Evan T Belfer MD SC

    801 N 14th St, 
    Murphysboro, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Evan Belfer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Belfer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, High Cholesterol, Chronic Cough, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine

    Michael L Treece MD SC

    19 E Shawnee Dr, 
    Murphysboro, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dale Blaise is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Blaise is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Lung Metastases, Renovascular Hypertension, and Lung Cancer.

    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Family Medicine

    SIH Medical Group At Medical Arts

    19 E Shawnee Dr, 
    Murphysboro, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emily Hanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphysboro, Illinois. Dr. Hanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Triple A Syndrome, Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Lung Metastases.

    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Nurse Practitioner | Nephrology
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Nurse Practitioner | Nephrology
    1350 Cedar Ct, 
    Carbondale, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacqueline Biggs is a Nurse Practitioner specialist and a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. Ms. Biggs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Acute Kidney Failure.

    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease

    Kidney Disease Med Spec Consult

    1350 Cedar Ct, 
    Carbondale, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Antoinette Batson is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Batson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Necrosis.

    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Physician Assistant
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Physician Assistant

    Kidney Disease Med Spec Consult

    1350 Cedar Ct, 
    Carbondale, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stuart Lankford is a Physician Assistant practicing medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Mr. Lankford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Necrosis, Low Sodium Level, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale

    405 W Jackson St, 
    Carbondale, IL 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cody Sullivan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
    Pediatrics

    SIH Center For Medical Arts

    2601 W Main St Ste 206, 
    Carbondale, IL 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kurt Martin is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Carbondale, Illinois. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Murphysboro, 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 a Chronic Kidney Disease doctor near Murphysboro, 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 Chronic Kidney Disease doctors near Murphysboro, 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 Chronic Kidney Disease doctors near Murphysboro, 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 a Chronic Kidney Disease doctor near Murphysboro, 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 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 Murphysboro, 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 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 Murphysboro, IL?

    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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