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    MediFind found 71 doctor with experience in Polycystic Kidney Disease near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 57 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    71 providers found
      Distinguished in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Distinguished in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9350 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Pranav Garimella is a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Garimella is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, Prerenal Azotemia, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Kidney Transplant.

      Distinguished in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Transplant Surgery | Urology
      Distinguished in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Transplant Surgery | Urology

      Scripps Health

      9896 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Marsh is a Transplant Surgeon and an Urologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Marsh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Polycystic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hepatitis, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ithaar Derweesh is an Urologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Derweesh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Urothelial Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

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      Guy L. Lund
      Distinguished in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology
      Distinguished in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology

      Balboa Nephrology Medical Group Inc

      4060 4th Ave, Suite 220, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (8.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Guy Lund is a Nephrologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lund is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis, Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, Denys-Drash Syndrome (DDS), and Diffuse Mesangial Sclerosis.

      Advanced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Advanced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9300 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dinna Cruz is a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Cruz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, and Polycystic Kidney Disease.

      Yogita M. Lakhera
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Balboa Nephrology Medical Group Inc

      9834 Genesee Ave, Suite 312, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Yogita Lakhera is a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Lakhera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Diabetic Nephropathy.

      Advanced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Advanced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Scripps Health

      9888 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrew King is a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. King is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Primary Hyperoxaluria Type 2, and Thrombectomy.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9350 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Scott Mullaney is a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mullaney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Chronic Kidney Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Pediatric Nephrology | Nephrology | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Pediatric Nephrology | Nephrology | Pediatrics

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9350 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Noureddin Nourbakhsh is a Pediatric Nephrologist and a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Nourbakhsh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Fabry Disease, Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency, Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts, and Chronic Kidney Disease.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      Regents Of The University Of California

      3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gabriel Schnickel is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Schnickel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are MAGIC Syndrome, Liver Failure, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      General Surgery | Transplant Surgery

      Balboa Nephrology Medical Group Inc

      4225 Executive Sq, Suite 450, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Halldorson is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Halldorson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, MAGIC Syndrome, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Genesis Healthcare Partners PC

      9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 440, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sepehr Nowfar is an Urologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Nowfar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Obstructive Uropathy, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Ureteroscopy.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Balboa Nephrology Medical Group Inc

      9834 Genesee Ave, Suite 312, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Amar Patel is a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation

      9888 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Karo Torosian is a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Torosian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Nephrosclerosis.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Scripps Health

      9898 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Reza Elahimehr is a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Elahimehr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH).

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Scripps Health

      9896 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kimberly Harper is a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Harper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Acute Tubular Necrosis.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      James Rice is a Nephrologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, and Cytomegalovirus Infection.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology | Hospital Medicine
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Nephrology | Hospital Medicine

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 2nd Floor Sw209, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Aleksandra Novikov is a Nephrologist and a Hospital Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Novikov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Low Sodium Level.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jonathan Fisher is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Fisher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatoblastoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Visceromegaly, Small Bowel Resection, and Kidney Transplant.

      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease
      Experienced in Polycystic Kidney Disease

      Scripps Health

      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jordan Siegel is an Urologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Siegel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Polycystic Kidney Disease. His top areas of expertise are Urethral Stricture, Obstructive Uropathy, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Ureteroscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Polycystic Kidney Disease?

      Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a kidney disorder passed down through families. In this disease, many cysts form in the kidneys, causing them to become enlarged.

      When should I see a Polycystic Kidney Disease doctor near La Jolla, 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 Polycystic Kidney Disease doctor near La Jolla, 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 Polycystic Kidney Disease doctors near La Jolla, 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 Polycystic Kidney Disease doctors near La Jolla, 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 Polycystic Kidney Disease doctor near La Jolla, 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 Polycystic Kidney Disease doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Polycystic Kidney Disease 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 Polycystic Kidney Disease doctor near La Jolla, 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 Polycystic Kidney Disease 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 Polycystic Kidney Disease 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 Polycystic Kidney Disease doctors near La Jolla, CA?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Polycystic Kidney Disease 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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