The 20 Best Kidney Stones Doctors Near Me in Altoona, PA

Find the Top Kidney Stones Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Kidney Stones near Altoona, PA. Of these, 9 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Internal Medicine

    Blair Medical Associates

    1414 9th Avenue, 
    Altoona, PA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Schlechter is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schlechter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Pediatric Myocarditis, Heart Attack, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Schlechter is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Schlechter is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Referral may be required

    Altoona Regional Health System

    620 Howard Ave, 
    Altoona, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amit Bhattu is a Urologist practicing medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bhattu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Kidney Stones, Urothelial Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy.

    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Referral may be required

    Altoona Regional Health System

    620 Howard Ave, 
    Altoona, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alfred Samaha is a Urologist practicing medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Samaha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Obstructive Uropathy, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Hydronephrosis, and Ureteroscopy.

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    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Advanced in Kidney Stones
    Referral may be required

    Bedford Regional Urology, PC

    2950 Fairway Drive, Suite 2, 
    Altoona, PA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Yanoshak is a Urologist practicing medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Yanoshak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Uropathy, Hydronephrosis, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Yanoshak is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery. Dr. Yanoshak is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Referral may be required

    James E. Van Zantz VA Medical Center

    2907 Pleasant Valley Boulevard, 
    Altoona, PA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Louis D'agostino is a Urologist practicing medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. D'agostino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Obstructive Uropathy, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, and Kidney Stones. Dr. D'agostino is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Referral may be required

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Urology

    620 Howard Avenue, QP4 Urology, 
    Altoona, PA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amir Toussi is a Urologist practicing medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Toussi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Urothelial Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Toussi is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Toussi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1414 9th Ave Ste Red, 
    Altoona, PA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Theodore Belis is a Urologist practicing medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Belis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Referral may be required

    Pawan K Gupta MD LLC

    122 East Chestnut Avenue, 
    Altoona, PA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pawan Gupta is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Necrosis. Dr. Gupta is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Family Medicine

    Reinhardt Family Practice Pinecroft

    413 Sabbath Rest Road, Suite 1, 
    Altoona, PA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Offers Telehealth

    John Reinhardt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Reinhardt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 67 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Ureteroscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Reinhardt is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Referral may be required

    Blair Renal Associates, Inc

    501 Howard Avenue, Suite D204, 
    Altoona, PA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Barbara Labban is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Labban is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Lactic Acidosis. Dr. Labban is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    125 Clover Cir, 
    Hollidaysburg, PA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Viren Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Kidney Stones
    Family Medicine

    Penn Highlands Tyrone

    187 Hospital Dr, 
    Tyrone, PA 
     (13.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Imad Alizray is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tyrone, Pennsylvania. Dr. Alizray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Kidney Stones. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gingivostomatitis, Dehydration, Lymphangitis, and Labyrinthitis.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Kidney Stones?

    Kidney stones are small, hard deposits that form in one or both kidneys. The stones are made up of minerals and other substances that are found in the urine. Kidney stones vary in size, shape, and color. To be cleared from the body, the stones travel through the ducts (ureters) that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder and then leave the body during urination.

    When should I see a Kidney Stones doctor near Altoona, PA?

    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 Kidney Stones doctor near Altoona, PA?

    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 Kidney Stones doctors near Altoona, PA?

    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 Kidney Stones doctors near Altoona, PA?

    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 Kidney Stones doctor near Altoona, PA?

    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 Kidney Stones doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Kidney Stones 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 Kidney Stones doctor near Altoona, PA?

    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 Kidney Stones 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 Kidney Stones 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 Kidney Stones doctors near Altoona, PA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Kidney Stones 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 Kidney Stones doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Kidney Stones 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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