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    MediFind found 228 doctor with experience in Chronic Kidney Disease near Willoughby Hills, OH. Of these, 176 are Experienced, 40 are Advanced, 11 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    228 providers found
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      730 Som Ctr Rd, Suite 230, 
      Mayfield Village, OH 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Irina Papirova is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mayfield Village, Ohio. Dr. Papirova has been practicing medicine for over 44 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, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Papirova is currently accepting new patients.

      Stephen Archacki
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Cleveland Clinic Family Physicians - Willoughby Hills

      34500 Chardon Road, 
      Willoughby Hills, OH 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      38+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephen Archacki is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Willoughby Hills, Ohio. Dr. Archacki has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      John Bertsch
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Family Medicine

      Cleveland Clinic Family Physicians - Willoughby Hills

      34500 Chardon Road, 
      Willoughby Hills, OH 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John Bertsch is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Willoughby Hills, Ohio. Dr. Bertsch has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, High Cholesterol, and Endoscopy.

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      Lawrence Hughes
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Willoughby Hills Family Health Center, South Building

      2570 Som Center Road, 
      Willoughby Hills, OH 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      36+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lawrence Hughes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Willoughby Hills, Ohio. Dr. Hughes 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 Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Renovascular Hypertension.

      Victoria Cornette
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Willoughby Hills Family Health Center, South Building

      2570 Som Center Road, 
      Willoughby Hills, OH 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      42+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Victoria Cornette is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Willoughby Hills, Ohio. Dr. Cornette has been practicing medicine for over 42 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Jamal Azem, M.D., Inc

      36100 Euclid Ave, Suite 330a, 
      Willoughby, OH 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Arabic - Jordanian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jamal Azem is a Nephrologist in Willoughby, Ohio. Dr. Azem is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Low Sodium Level, and Endoscopy. Dr. Azem is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Cleveland Kidney And Hypertension Consultants Inc

      25301 Euclid Ave, Second Floor, 
      Euclid, OH 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hebrew, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Jeffrey Lautman is a Nephrologist in Euclid, Ohio. Dr. Lautman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Lautman is currently accepting new patients.

      Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Elite in Chronic Kidney Disease
      9500 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (11.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sankar Navaneethan is a Nephrologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Navaneethan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, High Potassium Level, Diabetic Nephropathy, Kidney Transplant, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Navaneethan is currently accepting new patients.

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

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      1611 S Green Rd, Suite 160, 
      South Euclid, OH 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Serbo Croatian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Suzana Sarac-Leonard is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in South Euclid, Ohio. Dr. Sarac-Leonard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Sarac-Leonard is currently accepting new patients.

      Daniel Kahn
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology

      Beachwood Family Health And Surgery Center

      26900 Cedar Road, 
      Beachwood, OH 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Kahn is a Nephrologist in Beachwood, Ohio. Dr. Kahn has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Acute Kidney Failure.

      Rami Azem
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology

      Beachwood Family Health And Surgery Center

      26900 Cedar Road, 
      Beachwood, OH 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rami Azem is a Nephrologist in Beachwood, Ohio. Dr. Azem has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Low Sodium Level, Chronic Kidney Disease, and High Potassium Level.

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

      University Hospitals Regional Practices LLC

      9000 Mentor Ave, Suite 105, 
      Mentor, OH 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Anju Lele is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mentor, Ohio. Dr. Lele is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Lele is currently accepting new patients.

      Georges Nakhoul
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      2050 East 96th Street, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (10.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Georges Nakhoul is a Nephrologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Nakhoul has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Glomerulonephritis, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Acute Tubular Necrosis.

      Crystal Gadegbeku
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      2050 East 96th Street, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (10.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      39+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Crystal Gadegbeku is a Nephrologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Gadegbeku has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrotic Syndrome, Minimal Change Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Kidney Transplant.

      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Great Lakes Care Inc

      29640 Euclid Ave, 
      Wickliffe, OH 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Romanian
      Accepting New Patients

      Ionel Donca is a Nephrologist in Wickliffe, Ohio. Dr. Donca is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Donca is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Lake Hospital System, Inc.

      36500 Euclid Ave, 
      Willoughby, OH 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Varinder Dhillon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Willoughby, Ohio. Dr. Dhillon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Dhillon is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology | Hospital Medicine
      Advanced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology | Hospital Medicine

      Cleveland Kidney And Hypertension Consultants Inc

      25301 Euclid Ave, Second Floor, 
      Euclid, OH 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sheru Kansal is a Nephrologist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Euclid, Ohio. Dr. Kansal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Kansal is currently accepting new patients.

      Irene Druzina
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Euclid Hospital

      18901 Lake Shore Boulevard, 
      Euclid, OH 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      39+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Irene Druzina is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Euclid, Ohio. Dr. Druzina has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Infant Hyperglycemia.

      Priyanka Jagannath
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease

      Hillcrest Medical Office Building II

      6801 Mayfield Road, 
      Mayfield Hts, OH 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Priyanka Jagannath is a Nephrologist in Mayfield Hts, Ohio. Dr. Jagannath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Necrosis.

      James Hekman
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Chronic Kidney Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Cleveland Clinic Cosmetics & Plastic Surgery Center

      5900 Landerbrook Drive, Suite 190, 
      Mayfield Hts, OH 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      35+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Hekman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mayfield Hts, Ohio. Dr. Hekman has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hemochromatosis, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Syphilis, and Gonorrhea.

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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 Willoughby Hills, OH?

      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 Willoughby Hills, OH?

      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 Willoughby Hills, OH?

      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 Willoughby Hills, OH?

      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 Willoughby Hills, OH?

      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 Willoughby Hills, OH?

      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 Willoughby Hills, OH?

      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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