25 of the Best Nephrologists Near Me in Independence, MO
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MediFind found 63 specialists near Independence, MO
Medical Pavilion
Alan Yu is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Dr. Yu is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Polycystic Kidney Disease, Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Stones, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Yu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Nephrology - 1996 and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 1995. Dr. Yu is currently accepting new patients.
Medical Pavilion
Franz Winklhofer is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. Dr. Winklhofer is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, Polycystic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Winklhofer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Nephrology - 1996. Dr. Winklhofer is currently accepting new patients.
Midwest Nephrology Consultants
Hemender Vats is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Vats is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Acute Kidney Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.
Midwest Nephrology Consultants
Robert Golder is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Golder is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.
Midwest Nephrology Consultants
Tewabe Kebede is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Kebede is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Acute Kidney Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.
Midwest Nephrology Consultants
Max Glaser is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Glaser is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.
Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit
Amita Vasudeva is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Vasudeva is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Low Sodium Level.
Nephrology Associates MD PA
Najindra Maharjan is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Maharjan is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis.
Nephrology Associates MD PA
James Redington is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Redington is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, Acute Kidney Failure, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
Midwest Nephrology Consultants
Alexandr Arakelov is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Arakelov is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Acute Kidney Failure, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
Nephrology Associates MD PA
Suganthi Beeki is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Beeki is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, Acute Kidney Failure, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
Kansas City Kidney Consultants PA
Ryan Lustig is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Lustig is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Renovascular Hypertension.
Nephrology Associates MD PA
Justin Teiwes is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Teiwes is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, Acute Kidney Failure, Myringotomy, and Endoscopy.
Nephrology Associates MD PA
Kamel Hatahet is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hatahet is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renovascular Hypertension, Nephrosclerosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Kidney Transplant.
Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit
Jignesh Shah is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.
Kansas City Kidney Consultants PA
Johanna Mccullagh is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Mccullagh is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Endoscopy.
Kansas City Kidney Consultants PA
Irme Akhtar is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Akhtar is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, High Potassium Level, and Endoscopy.
Kansas City Kidney Consultants PA
Karen Tamano is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Tamano is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.
Kansas City Kidney Consultants PA
Barry Wood is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Wood is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.
Veterans Administration
Virginia Savin is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Savin is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Glomerulonephritis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Kidney Transplant.
Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit
Prameela Banoth is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Banoth is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis.
Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit
Amit Patel is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Renovascular Hypertension.
Kidney Associates Of Kansas City
Ahmed Al is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Al is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Nephrosclerosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, IgA Nephropathy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Al is currently accepting new patients.
Medical Pavilion
Kelly Liang is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. She has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Liang is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glomerulonephritis, Lupus Nephritis, Chronic Kidney Disease, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Liang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Nephrology - 2008. Dr. Liang is currently accepting new patients.
Dialysis Clinic Inc-Baptist Medical Center
Walter Bender is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Bender is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renovascular Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
When should I see a Nephrologist near Independence, MO?
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 Nephrologist near Independence, MO?
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 do I find the best Nephrologist near Independence, MO?
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How does MediFind rank Nephrologists near Independence, MO?
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 Nephrologists near Independence, MO?
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 Nephrologist in Independence?
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 Nephrologist search results page.
Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Nephrologist?
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 Nephrologist near Independence, MO?
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 Nephrologist?
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 Nephrologist 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 Nephrologists near Independence, MO?
Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Nephrologist 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.
What are the most common health conditions that a Nephrologist near Independence, MO might treat?
Can I filter my search to find a Nephrologist that offers video calls?
Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Nephrologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls).




