Overview
Dr. John Edwards treats patients with kidney disease, specializing in acute and chronic kidney injuries, fluid and electrolyte disorders, kidney stones, and hypertension. His research is focused on the transport of chloride by kidney cells and the role of this process in progression of chronic kidney disease. Dr. Edwards is a professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Nephrology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is the director of the division. He is a fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the American Society of Nephrology and the American Society for Clinical Investigation. Dr. Edwards enjoys music and plays the cello in the St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra.
Dr. Edwards is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Low Potassium Level, and Kidney Transplant.
Dr. Edwards is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 23 peer reviewed articles.
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1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, St. Louis, MO 63104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Edwards has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Dr. Krista Lentine is a nephrologist specializing in treatment of adult patients with kidney disease. She is a world-renowned researcher who co-chaired the international work group that developed guidelines for living donor kidney transplantation. Dr. Lentine is a professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Nephrology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is medical director of living donation at the SSM Health Transplant Center at Saint Louis University Hospital. In 2018, Dr. Lentine received the Dr. Shaul Massry Distinguished Lecture honor from the National Kidney Foundation. Her professional memberships include the American Society of Nephrology Quality Committee and American Society of Transplantation Living Donor Community. She has served as chair of the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network/United Network for Organ Sharing Living Donor Committee. Dr. Lentine is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Lentine is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John Edwards
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Edwards?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Edwards by calling their office at 314-257-3760. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Edwards a top-rated expert for Chronic Kidney Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Edwards is classified as an Advanced expert for Chronic Kidney Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. John Edwards specialize in?
While Dr. John Edwards is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. John Edwards participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John Edwards has published 23 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease. You can view a list of Dr. John Edwards's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John Edwards accept my insurance?
Dr. John Edwards accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-257-3760 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Edwards isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Edwards isAdvanced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- NephrosclerosisDr. Edwards isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrosclerosis.
- Renovascular HypertensionDr. Edwards isAdvanced. Learn about Renovascular Hypertension.
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- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Acute Tubular NecrosisDr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Acute Tubular Necrosis.
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Congenital Nephrotic SyndromeDr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- Distal Renal Tubular AcidosisDr. Edwards isExperienced. Learn about Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis.