Wei L. Lau
Expertise in
8
conditions

Dr. Wei L. Lau

Nephrology
1 Medical Plaza Drive, 
Irvine, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
8
conditions
1 Medical Plaza Drive, 
Irvine, CA 

Overview

Dr. Wei Ling Lau is a board-certified UCI Health nephrologist who specializes in the treatment of kidney diseases and kidney dialysis. Her clinical interests include the management of chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure, kidney stones and electrolyte disturbances.She earned her medical degree at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Mo. She completed an internal medicine resident at the UCI School of Medicine and returned to the University of Washington to complete a fellowship in nephrology.Lau is actively researching phosphorus overload and cardiovascular disease, which contributes to a high rate of heart failure in patients with chronic kidney disease. She also studies the mechanisms that contribute to blood-vessel calcification. Her work has been published in high-impact nephrology journals and she has been recognized with a top poster award at the National Kidney Foundation’s annual meeting in Washington, D.C.Lau is committed to providing individualized patient care. She sees patients inIrvine.

Dr. Lau is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrectomy, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Dr. Lau is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Nephrology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 95 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

Washington University School Of Medicine

Specialties

Nephrology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
American Board Of Internal Medicine - Nephrology

Hospital Affiliations

Uci Health-Orange

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Locations

Gottschalk Medical Plaza
1 Medical Plaza Drive, Irvine, CA 92697

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Lau 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.

Chronic Kidney Disease

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

95 Total Publications

Assessment of Medicare Advantage Stars Measures: Impact on Kidney Care Quality and Future Opportunities.
Assessment of Medicare Advantage Stars Measures: Impact on Kidney Care Quality and Future Opportunities.
Journal: Journal of the American Society of Nephrology : JASN
Published: July 09, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wei L. Lau

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wei L. Lau?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Wei L. Lau by calling their office at 949-824-8600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Wei L. Lau a top-rated expert for Chronic Kidney Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wei L. Lau is classified as an Distinguished 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. Wei L. Lau specialize in?

While Dr. Wei L. Lau is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Acute Kidney Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.

Does Dr. Wei L. Lau participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Wei L. Lau has published 95 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Wei L. Lau's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Wei L. Lau accept my insurance?

Dr. Wei L. Lau accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-824-8600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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