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    MediFind found 115 doctor with experience in Chronic Kidney Disease near Matthews, NC. Of these, 81 are Experienced, 22 are Distinguished and 12 are Advanced.

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    115 providers found
      Mark J. Heitbrink
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine

      Atrium Health Primary Care Mint Hill Commons Family Medicine

      11304 Hawthorne Drive, Suite 100, 
      Mint Hill, NC 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      46+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Heitbrink is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mint Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Heitbrink has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, and Hypertension. Dr. Heitbrink is currently accepting new patients.

      Peter S. Justis
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Atrium Health Primary Care Charlotte Medical Clinic

      4525 Cameron Valley Parkway, Suite 3100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Peter Justis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Justis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Justis is currently accepting new patients.

      Douglas S. Chen
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine

      Atrium Health Primary Care Lake Park Family Medicine

      6066 Hwy 74 W., Suite 222, 
      Indian Trail, NC 
       (7.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Douglas Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Indian Trail, North Carolina. Dr. Chen has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD). Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

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      Lisa M. Nanovic
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine | Nephrology
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine | Nephrology

      Atrium Health Primary Care Charlotte Medical Clinic

      3025 Springbank Lane, Suite 100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lisa Nanovic is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Nanovic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Necrosis. Dr. Nanovic is currently accepting new patients.

      Daniel J. Tierney
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

      10710 Sikes Place, Suite 100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Tierney is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Tierney 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, Nephrosclerosis, and Lithotripsy.

      Gregory J. Merten
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

      10710 Sikes Place, Suite 100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gregory Merten is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Merten 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, Glomerulonephritis, and Lithotripsy.

      Thomas R. Smarz
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

      10710 Sikes Place, Suite 100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Smarz is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Smarz 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, Polycystic Kidney Disease, and Lithotripsy.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

      3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Todd Griffith is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Griffith 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, Nephrosclerosis, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Griffith is currently accepting new patients.

      Paul S. Blake
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

      3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Paul Blake is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Blake 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 Renal Papillary Necrosis. Dr. Blake is currently accepting new patients.

      Joel E. Bruce
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

      3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joel Bruce is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Bruce 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 Glomerulonephritis.

      Michael E. Etomi
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

      3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Etomi is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Etomi 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, Nephrosclerosis, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Etomi is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

      3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Anjali Singla is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Singla 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), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Necrosis.

      Nancy J. Gritter
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

      3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nancy Gritter is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Gritter 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, Glomerulonephritis, and Acute Kidney Failure. Dr. Gritter is currently accepting new patients.

      Chris N. Fotiadis
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Eastway

      3033 Eastway Drive, Suite 201, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Chris Fotiadis is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Fotiadis 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), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Fotiadis is currently accepting new patients.

      Heather M. Burney
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine

      Atrium Health Biddle Point, A Facility Of Carolinas Medical Center

      1801 Rozzelles Ferry Road, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (11.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Heather Burney is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Burney has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Spasticity. Dr. Burney is currently accepting new patients.

      Maureen Andreassi
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Novant Health Senior Care - Matthews

      1450 Matthews Township Pkwy, Suite 400, 
      Matthews, NC 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      32+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Maureen Andreassi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Matthews, North Carolina. Dr. Andreassi has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and High Cholesterol.

      David Malone
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Novant Health First Charlotte Physicians Matthews

      1401 Matthews Township Parkway, Suite 200, 
      Matthews, NC 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      36+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Malone is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Matthews, North Carolina. Dr. Malone has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Infectious Arthritis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and High Cholesterol.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

      10710 Sikes Place, Suite 100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Edward Fisher is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Fisher 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, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Lithotripsy.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

      10710 Sikes Place, Suite 100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Adit Mahale is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Mahale 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), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

      10710 Sikes Place, Suite 100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jack Lohavichan is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Lohavichan 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, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Lohavichan is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Matthews, 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 a Chronic Kidney Disease doctor near Matthews, 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 Chronic Kidney Disease doctors near Matthews, 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 Chronic Kidney Disease doctors near Matthews, 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 a Chronic Kidney Disease doctor near Matthews, 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 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 Matthews, 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 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 Matthews, NC?

      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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