The 20 Best Nephrotic Syndrome Doctors Near Me in New Orleans, LA

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The 20 Best Nephrotic Syndrome Doctors near New Orleans, LA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 30 doctor with experience in Nephrotic Syndrome near New Orleans, LA. Of these, 26 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology

    Ochsner Children’s Health Center - New Orleans

    1315 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarah Elhadi is a Pediatric Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Elhadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease, Potter Syndrome, Horseshoe Kidney, and Posterior Urethral Valves. Dr. Elhadi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Juan Velez is a Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Velez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Thin Basement Membrane Nephropathy. Dr. Velez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Lukitsch received his Doctor of Medicine from Humboldt-University Berlin, in Charite’, Germany, followed by an Internship in Internal Medicine. He completed his Residency in Internal Medicine and Clinical Fellowship in Nephrology from Tulane University School of Medicine. Dr. Lukitsch is board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology. Dr. Lukitsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Glomerulonephritis, Acute Kidney Failure, and Kidney Transplant.

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    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Transplant Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jorge Garces is a Transplant Surgeon in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Garces is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Garces is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohamad Alhosaini is a Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Alhosaini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Magnesium Deficiency. Dr. Alhosaini is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Ayaa Zarm is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and completed her residency in 2014. She has been on staff at Ochsner since September 2020. Dr. Zarm specializes in nephrology. Dr. Zarm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and IgA Nephropathy.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karthik Kovvuru is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Kovvuru is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Thin Basement Membrane Nephropathy, Chronic Kidney Disease, Low Sodium Level, Kidney Transplant, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology
    Advanced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Diego Aviles is a Pediatric Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Aviles is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Nephrotic Syndrome, Kidney Transplant, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology
    Advanced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Caroline Straatmann is a Pediatric Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Straatmann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Nephrotic Syndrome, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Glomerulonephritis, Fanconi Bickel Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome

    Tulane Multispecialty Clinic Downtown

    275 Lasalle St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Myra Kleinpeter is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Kleinpeter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Alport Syndrome, and Nephrosclerosis.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology

    University Healthcare System L.C.

    1415 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rubin Zhang is a Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Kidney Transplant.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome

    Administrators Of The Tulane Educational Fund

    1415 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Simon is a Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Simon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Simon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome

    Office

    3434 Prytania St Ste 300, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Angela Reginelli is a Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Reginelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Acute Tubular Necrosis.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology

    Uptown Nephrology

    3434 Prytania St Ste 300, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    April Fox is a Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Fox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Necrosis.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology

    Prytania Health Center Multi-Specialty Suite 402

    3525 Prytania St Ste 402, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan Medaura is a Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Medaura is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Goodpasture Syndrome, High Potassium Level, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Kidney Transplant.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ihor Yosypiv is a Pediatric Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Yosypiv is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Nephrotic Syndrome, Bartter Syndrome, Low Potassium Level, and Glomerulonephritis.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kjoy Simms is a Pediatric Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Simms has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Feingold Syndrome, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome, and Nephrotic Syndrome.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abdulla Ehlayel is a Pediatric Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ehlayel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Renal Tubular Acidosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Glomerulonephritis, Nephrotic Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Pediatric Nephrology

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janice Crespo is a Pediatric Nephrologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Crespo has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Minimal Change Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Nephrotic Syndrome.

    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Nephrotic Syndrome
    Nephrology

    New Orleans Urologic Institute L.L.C

    1111 Medical Center Blvd, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Trac Le is a Nephrologist in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Nephrotic Syndrome?

    Nephrotic syndrome is a group of symptoms and abnormal test results that include protein in the urine, low blood protein levels in the blood, high cholesterol levels, high triglyceride levels, increased blood clot risk, and bodily swelling.

    When should I see a Nephrotic Syndrome doctor near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Nephrotic Syndrome doctor near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Nephrotic Syndrome doctors near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Nephrotic Syndrome doctors near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Nephrotic Syndrome doctor near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Nephrotic Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Nephrotic Syndrome 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 Nephrotic Syndrome doctor near New Orleans, LA?

    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 Nephrotic Syndrome 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 Nephrotic Syndrome 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 Nephrotic Syndrome doctors near New Orleans, LA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Nephrotic Syndrome 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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