The 20 Best Medullary Sponge Kidney Doctors Near Me in Atlanta, GA

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The 20 Best Medullary Sponge Kidney Doctors near Atlanta, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 9 doctor with experience in Medullary Sponge Kidney near Atlanta, GA. Of these, 8 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Frederic F. Oskoui
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Emory University Hospital Midtown

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    6+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Frederic Oskoui is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Oskoui has been practicing medicine for over 6 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

    Advanced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Advanced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    Piedmont Nephrology & Internal Medicine Atlanta

    105 Collier Rd NW Suite 3040, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gautham Viswanathan is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Viswanathan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephronophthisis. Dr. Viswanathan is currently accepting new patients.

    Edrea G. Jones
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    Nephrology Consultants Of GA - Atlanta

    275 Collier Road NW Suite 290, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edrea Jones is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Acute Tubular Necrosis, and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

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    Gregory C. Mitchell
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Urology | Oncology
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Urology | Oncology

    Piedmont Physicians Urology Atlanta

    275 Collier Road NW, Suite 400, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Mitchell, M.D. is a board-certified urologist with expertise in treating a broad range of male and female urologic problems. In addition to general adult urology, Dr. Mitchell is highly skilled in minimally invasive urologic, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery as well as endourology. Dr. Mitchell is experienced in treating prostate cancer, kidney cancer, bladder cancer, complex kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, and other urologic conditions with innovative and minimally invasive approaches. He also routinely performs in-office procedures such as vasectomy, cystoscopy, and prostate biopsy.After growing up in Atlanta and graduating from Georgia Tech with a B.S. in Biology in 2005, Dr. Mitchell earned an M.S. in Biology from Penn State followed by his M.D. from Tulane University School of Medicine. He completed his general surgery internship and urology residency at Tulane, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha and served as Chief Resident 2016-2017. Dr. Mitchell has authored many peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. He is a member of the American Urological Association, the Southeastern Section of the AUA, the American Board of Urology, and the Georgia Urological Association and has been recognized with several professional awards.Dr. Mitchell works to provide comprehensive, compassionate care focused on each individual patient. He believes that in addition to technical proficiency and incorporation of cutting-edge treatments, effective communication is essential for excellent clinical care.In addition to urology, Dr. Mitchell enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, running, cycling, soccer, and music.Dr. Mitchell welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Male Pseudohermaphroditism with Gynecomastia, Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic, Testicular Failure, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy.

    Sundus A. Lodhi
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Internal Medicine | Nephrology | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Internal Medicine | Nephrology | Transplant Surgery

    Piedmont Transplant Institute

    1968 Peachtree Road, N.w., 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sundus Lodhi is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lodhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Lodhi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    Piedmont Nephrology & Internal Medicine Atlanta

    105 Collier Rd NW Suite 3040, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lara Watkins is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Watkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Magnesium Deficiency. Dr. Watkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    Piedmont Providers LLC

    275 Collier Rd Nw, Suite 500, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Spencer Kozinn is a Urologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kozinn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Kozinn is currently accepting new patients.

    Juan L. Pimentel
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney

    Northwest Nephrology Clinic

    5255 Snapfinger Park Drive, Ste110, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Juan Pimentel is a Nephrologist in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Pimentel has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Necrosis.

    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Medullary Sponge Kidney
    Nephrology

    Atlanta Nephrology Associates

    5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Ste500, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tina Thomas is a Nephrologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Thomas has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Medullary Sponge Kidney. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Necrosis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Medullary Sponge Kidney?

    Medullary sponge kidney (MSK) is a birth defect of tiny tubes (tubules) inside the kidneys. In MSK, tiny sacs called cysts form in the inner part of the kidney (the medulla), creating a sponge-like appearance. The cysts keep urine from flowing freely through the tubules. Many people with MSK have no symptoms, but others may have blood in the urine, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections. Rarely, MSK leads to more serious problems, such as chronic pain and kidney failure. The cause for MSK is unknown but some cases may run in families.

    When should I see a Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor near Atlanta, GA?

    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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor near Atlanta, GA?

    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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctors near Atlanta, GA?

    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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctors near Atlanta, GA?

    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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor near Atlanta, GA?

    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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Medullary Sponge Kidney 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctor near Atlanta, GA?

    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 Medullary Sponge Kidney 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney 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 Medullary Sponge Kidney doctors near Atlanta, GA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Medullary Sponge Kidney 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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