The 20 Best Diabetic Nephropathy Doctors Near Me in Rock Hill, SC

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The 20 Best Diabetic Nephropathy Doctors near Rock Hill, SC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in Diabetic Nephropathy near Rock Hill, SC. Of these, 16 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy

    Nephrology Associates

    1436 Riverchase Blvd., 
    Rock Hill, SC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramesh Bhoothapuri is a Nephrologist in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Dr. Bhoothapuri has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Bhoothapuri is currently accepting new patients.

    Stephen Oehme
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Family Medicine

    Novant Health Rock Hill Family Medicine

    1435 Ebenezer Road, 
    Rock Hill, SC 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Oehme is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Dr. Oehme has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

    Zuzana Banas
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Internal Medicine

    Atrium Health Primary Care Internal Medicine Ballantyne

    15110 John J. Delaney Drive, Suite 200, 
    Charlotte, NC 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Zuzana Banas is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Banas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Hypercalcemia, and Idiopathic Hypercalciuria. Dr. Banas is currently accepting new patients.

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    Aashish J. Kumar
    Anesthesiology | Physiatry | Pain Medicine
    Anesthesiology | Physiatry | Pain Medicine

    Spine & Pain Specialists Of The Carolinas

    12610 N Community House Rd, 100, 
    Charlotte, NC 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    7+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Aashish Jay Kumar is a board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine specialist dedicated to providing cutting-edge, patient-centered care. As the founder and owner of Spine & Pain Specialists of the Carolinas in Charlotte, NC, Dr. Kumar specializes in diagnosing and treating complex pain conditions using advanced, evidence-based therapies. His expertise includes spinal cord stimulation, dorsal root ganglion stimulation, and peripheral nerve stimulation, among other innovative procedures designed to improve patients’ quality of life while minimizing reliance on opioid medications.Dr. Kumar completed his anesthesiology residency at Wayne State University, followed by two fellowships in pediatric anesthesiology and interventional pain medicine at Wayne State University. After his training, he became a Clinical Associate Professor at Duke University School of Medicine, where he contributed to the education and training of future pain specialists.In 2022, Dr. Kumar returned to his hometown of Charlotte, NC, to establish his own private practice, Spine & Pain Specialists of the Carolinas. His practice is dedicated to delivering compassionate, innovative, and effective pain management solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs.His mission is to empower patients with innovative solutions that address the root cause of pain, allowing them to reclaim their lives with confidence and comfort. . His top areas of expertise are Coccydynia, Giant Axonal Neuropathy, Wallerian Degeneration, Spinal Fusion, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Nephrology

    Nephrology Associates PA

    1436 Riverchase Blvd, 
    Rock Hill, SC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Erb is a Nephrologist in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Dr. Erb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy

    Nephrology Associates PA

    1436 Riverchase Blvd, 
    Rock Hill, SC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Satya Venkatesh is a Nephrologist in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Dr. Venkatesh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Chronic Kidney Disease.

    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Nephrology

    Nephrology Associates PA

    1436 Riverchase Blvd, 
    Rock Hill, SC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ravi Kodali is a Nephrologist in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Dr. Kodali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Autosomal Dominant Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis.

    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy

    Nephrology Associates PA

    1436 Riverchase Blvd, 
    Rock Hill, SC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Nicholson is a Nephrologist in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Dr. Nicholson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Nephrology

    Nephrology Associates PA

    1436 Riverchase Blvd, 
    Rock Hill, SC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Fassler is a Nephrologist in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Dr. Fassler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Nephrology

    Nephrology Associates PA

    1436 Riverchase Blvd, 
    Rock Hill, SC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Adrah is a Nephrologist in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Dr. Adrah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 1.

    Gregory J. Merten
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

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

    Gregory Merten is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Merten is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Glomerulonephritis.

    Daniel J. Tierney
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

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

    Daniel Tierney is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Tierney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis.

    Thomas R. Smarz
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

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

    Thomas Smarz is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Smarz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Polycystic Kidney Disease.

    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

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

    Adit Mahale is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Mahale is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

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

    Edward Fisher is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Fisher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

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

    Guneet Kochar is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Kochar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Glomerulonephritis, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

    Isha P. Sharma
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Family Medicine

    Atrium Health Primary Care Carmel Family Medicine

    10000 Park Cedar Drive, 
    Charlotte, NC 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Isha Sharma is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Cerebral Hypoxia, High Cholesterol, and Wilson Disease. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy

    Metrolina Nephrology Associates - Providence Park

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

    Jack Lohavichan is a Nephrologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Lohavichan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. 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.

    John A. Tenini
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Internal Medicine

    Tryon Medical Partners, PLLC

    13557 Steelecroft Pkwy, Suite 1200, 
    Charlotte, NC 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Tenini is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Tenini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Nephropathy, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Tenini is currently accepting new patients.

    Dimitrios Hondros
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diabetic Nephropathy
    Family Medicine

    Carolina Family Healthcare - Blakeney

    8924 Blakeney Professional Dr, 
    Charlotte, NC 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dimitrios Hondros is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Hondros is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypopituitarism, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Diabetic Nephropathy?

    Kidney disease or kidney damage often occurs over time in people with diabetes. This type of kidney disease is called diabetic nephropathy.

    When should I see a Diabetic Nephropathy doctor near Rock Hill, SC?

    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 Diabetic Nephropathy doctor near Rock Hill, SC?

    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 Diabetic Nephropathy doctors near Rock Hill, SC?

    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 Diabetic Nephropathy doctors near Rock Hill, SC?

    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 Diabetic Nephropathy doctor near Rock Hill, SC?

    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 Diabetic Nephropathy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Diabetic Nephropathy 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 Diabetic Nephropathy doctor near Rock Hill, SC?

    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 Diabetic Nephropathy 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 Diabetic Nephropathy 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 Diabetic Nephropathy doctors near Rock Hill, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Diabetic Nephropathy 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 Diabetic Nephropathy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Diabetic Nephropathy 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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