The 20 Best Nephrosclerosis Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 228 doctor with experience in Nephrosclerosis near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 203 are Experienced, 24 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shiang-cheng Kung is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Kung is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 2, Liddle Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Kung is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Katznelson is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Katznelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Katznelson is board certified in Nephrology - Board Certified. Dr. Katznelson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    Kok-Tong Ling, MD Private Practice

    450 Sutter St, Ste 935, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kok-tong Ling is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Ling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Renovascular Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Ling is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Nephrology). Dr. Ling is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis

    Dialysis Center

    1675 Scott St., 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Stephen Gluck is a nephrologist who cares for patients visiting the clinic as well as during hospitalization. He has expertise in a wide spectrum of kidney conditions, including inherited and genetic diseases as well as electrolyte disorders. He also treats patients in outpatient dialysis centers. In his research, Gluck investigates certain specifics of kidney function to further medical understanding of disease processes. Gluck earned his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed a residency in internal medicine at New York–Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center, where he later completed a fellowship in nephrology. Dr. Gluck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Stones, Boils, and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Gluck is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology, Nephrology and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gluck is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Nephrology
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Nephrology

    Dialysis Center

    1675 Scott St., 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lowell Lo is a nephrologist (kidney disease specialist) who cares for patients with electrolyte and acid-base disorders (imbalances in mineral or acidity levels in the blood). He serves as practice chief for UCSF's in-clinic kidney service and as medical director of the dialysis center on the Mount Zion campus. He is committed to making high-quality kidney care accessible for all patients. Lo is passionate about educating the next generation of nephrologists and strives to ensure that all doctors develop a strong foundation in kidney physiology to inform their care. He participated in the UCSF-Coro Faculty Leadership Collaborative and trained as a UCSF Learning Health System Coach to enhance the nephrology clinic's quality of care. Lo earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, where he also completed a residency in internal medicine. At UCSF, he completed a fellowship in nephrology, followed by advanced training in clinical research as well as medical education through the Teaching Scholars Program. A member of the American Society of Nephrology (ASN), Lo was a finalist in the 2016 ASN Innovations in Kidney Education Contest. His dedication to medical education and quality improvement has been recognized through numerous honors, including the UCSF Innovations Funding in Education Award, Outstanding Electronic Consultation Award (recognizing his provision of high-quality guidance to other doctors on kidney issues), Henry J. Kaiser Award for Excellence in Teaching, recognition as a master clinician by the UCSF Department of Medicine, and UCSF Health Exceptional Physician Award. Dr. Lo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Lo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology, Nephrology. Dr. Lo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    Hanlon J. Fong, MD Private Practice

    2000 Van Ness Ave, Ste 605, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hanlon Fong is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Fong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Diabetic Nephropathy, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Fong is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Nephrology). Dr. Fong is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis

    Nephrology And Hypertension Faculty Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave., B1 Plaza Level, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Raymond Hsu is a nephrologist who treats patients with a broad spectrum of kidney diseases, providing care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. In his clinic, he sees patients with all presentations of chronic kidney disease, difficult-to-control hypertension (high blood pressure), glomerulonephritis, pregnancy-related kidney diseases and other kidney disorders. He also treats patients with end-stage renal disease who are on long-term dialysis therapies, including hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Hsu's research uses administrative and clinical data to better understand which populations tend to be affected with acute and chronic renal diseases as well as their outcomes. Hsu earned his medical degree from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He then completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in nephrology at UCSF. He also has a master of advanced study degree in clinical research from UCSF. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glomerulonephritis, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Hsu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology, Nephrology. Dr. Hsu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Nephrology
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Nephrology

    Nephrology And Hypertension Faculty Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave., B1 Plaza Level, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kerry Cho is a nephrologist (a specialist in kidney disorders) who cares for patients with acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, hypertension or electrolyte abnormalities. He also has particular interests in amyloidosis, tuberous sclerosis and end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis. Cho earned his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College, now called Weill Cornell Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School, followed by a fellowship in nephrology at UCSF. Cho is a member of the American Society of Nephrology and a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He completed the Teaching Scholars Program through the Haile T. Debas Academy of Medical Educators at UCSF, and he directs the UCSF Nephrology Fellowship Training Program. In his free time, Cho enjoys playing guitar and baseball, and reading nonfiction. Dr. Cho is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lupus Nephritis, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Cho is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology, Nephrology. Dr. Cho is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis

    Nephrology And Hypertension Faculty Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave., B1 Plaza Level, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Christopher Carlos is a nephrologist who specializes in treating patients with acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, hypertension or electrolyte imbalances. He particularly focuses on helping patients manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. Carlos leads research to assess the potential impact of dialysis therapies on patients' physical function and well-being. Carlos earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF, where he also completed a fellowship in nephrology. Carlos is a member of the American Society of Nephrology and National Kidney Foundation. Dr. Carlos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glomerulonephritis, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Carlos is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology, Nephrology and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Carlos is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Nephrology | Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Nephrology | Transplant Surgery

    Kidney Transplant Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Seventh Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Deborah Adey is a specialist in kidney disorders who has a particular interest in caring for kidney transplant patients with recurrent focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, in which some of the kidney's filtering units become scarred. Adey's research on kidney transplantation has addressed factors that contribute to long-term allograft loss (when the donor is not genetically identical to the recipient). She has also studied interventions aimed at lowering high antibody levels in patients awaiting kidney transplant. Adey attended medical school at the University of Colorado Denver. She completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Vermont. She completed her first two years of a fellowship in nephrology at the University of Vermont, where she studied protein metabolism in kidney failure. At the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, she continued her training in transplantation. Adey joined the UCSF kidney transplant team in July 1997 after completing a postdoctoral fellowship at UCSF Medical Center. As part of her teaching activities, she runs the UCSF nephrology fellows lecture series and directs the transplant nephrology fellowship program. Dr. Adey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Adey is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology, Nephrology and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Adey is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Nephrology
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Nephrology

    Nephrology And Hypertension Faculty Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave., B1 Plaza Level, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Chi-yuan Hsu is a specialist in kidney disease. He cares for adults who are hospitalized as well as those visiting the clinic. He is chief of the UCSF Division of Nephrology. Hsu's research on acute, chronic and end-stage kidney disease includes investigating strategies to improve outcomes for patients with these conditions. Questions that arise in the course of caring for patients have often motivated his research. Hsu earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and a master's degree in clinical epidemiology from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in nephrology at Massachusetts General Hospital. Hsu is a member of the American Society for Clinical Investigation, American Medical Association, American College of Physicians, National Kidney Foundation, International Society of Nephrology, Chinese American Society of Nephrology, Association of Specialty Professors and Renal Physicians Association. He is a fellow of the American College of Physicians and American Society of Nephrology, and has been voted a best doctor by San Francisco magazine, Marin Magazine and Castle Connolly, a consumer guide to preeminent U.S. health care. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, IgA Nephropathy, and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Hsu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology, Nephrology. Dr. Hsu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Nephrology
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Nephrology

    Nephrology And Hypertension Faculty Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave., B1 Plaza Level, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Meyeon Park is a nephrologist who cares for patients affected in various ways by high blood pressure and kidney disease. She has a special focus on polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and directs UCSF's PKD center of excellence. Park's research explores how heart disease and kidney disease influence each other. She is particularly interested in learning how lifestyle changes can help individuals with PKD. Park earned her medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. She then completed a residency in internal medicine at the Yale School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in nephrology at UCSF. She also has a master of advanced study degree in clinical research from UCSF. Park is a member of the American Society of Nephrology. Dr. Park is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Polycystic Kidney Disease, Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, Liddle Syndrome, Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 2, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Park is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Nephrology and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Park is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathleen Liu is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Acute Kidney Failure.

    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis

    Josephus Sanjorjo, MD

    1800 Sullivan Ave, Ste 507, 
    Daly City, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Josephus Sanjorjo is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Daly City, California. Dr. Sanjorjo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Sanjorjo is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Nephrology). Dr. Sanjorjo is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis

    Kidney Transplant Center

    400 Parnassus Ave # 7, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Allison Webber is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Webber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    General Internal Medicine At Mount Zion

    1545 Divisadero St., First And Second Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Maria Wamsley is an internal medicine specialist who provides primary care for adults. Wamsley's research interests include the best methods of teaching medical students and residents how to work in teams with other health care professionals. She is also interested in the benefits that students, patients and teachers receive from longitudinal relationships, or those that last many years. Wamsley received her medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. She then completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF. Wamsley is a member of the Society of General Internal Medicine. She is a member of the UCSF Haile T. Debas Academy of Medical Educators. She speaks Spanish. Dr. Wamsley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Hepatitis, and Enlarged Liver. Dr. Wamsley is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wamsley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine | Bariatric Medicine

    General Internal Medicine At Mount Zion

    1545 Divisadero St., First And Second Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gina Moreno is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Bariatric Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Moreno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Neurosarcoidosis, and Sarcoidosis. Dr. Moreno is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Moreno is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    General Internal Medicine At Mount Zion

    1545 Divisadero St., First And Second Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jane Jih is an internist who provides primary care for adults. She strives to integrate her patients' values, beliefs and needs into their care. Jih's research focuses on preventing and managing obesity-related chronic diseases in minority and immigrant populations, particularly Asian Americans. Her work aims to address risk factors that patients can modify, such as dietary habits and physical activity, and to explore how immigration, language, culture and communication impact these behaviors. Jih earned her medical degree and a master of public health degree in epidemiology at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She completed a residency in internal medicine at University of Chicago Medicine, then stayed in Chicago for a chief residency at Mercy Hospital & Medical Center. She subsequently completed a research fellowship in general internal medicine at UCSF. Dr. Jih is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Scoliosis. Dr. Jih is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jih is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine

    General Internal Medicine At Mount Zion

    1545 Divisadero St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Don Ng is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Ng is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jaundice, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Meniere Disease, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Nephrosclerosis
    Internal Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Women's Health Primary Care Clinic

    2356 Sutter St., Third And Fourth Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Anne W. Chang is an internal medicine specialist and serves as medical director of UCSF Women's Health Primary Care. She treats female patients with a variety of conditions, caring for many who have complex or multiple disorders. Her focus on cultivating long-term relationships with her patients has often led to her treating their family members as well. She is fluent in Mandarin and has a number of patients for whom Mandarin is their first or only language. She has an interest in integrative medicine and includes complementary therapies in her patients' treatment plans when appropriate. Chang earned her medical degree from McGovern Medical School, where she also completed residency training in internal medicine. Chang came to UCSF after working at Buffalo General Medical Center. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrosclerosis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Alkaptonuria. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Nephrosclerosis?

    Nephrosclerosis is a progressive condition in which a hardening of the kidney and damage to the renal arteries, veins, arterioles, glomeruli, renal tubules, and interstitial tissues occurs due to fibrous connective tissue (fibrosis) caused by kidney and vascular diseases or chronic high blood pressure (hypertension). Nephrosclerosis leads to the development of chronic kidney disease, eventually progressing to end-stage renal disease in some patients. Nephrosclerosis occurs more often in black individuals of African descent.

    When should I see a Nephrosclerosis doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Nephrosclerosis doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Nephrosclerosis doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Nephrosclerosis doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Nephrosclerosis doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Nephrosclerosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Nephrosclerosis 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 Nephrosclerosis doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Nephrosclerosis 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 Nephrosclerosis 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 Nephrosclerosis doctors near San Francisco, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Nephrosclerosis 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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