Nephrology

The Division of Nephrology at Desun work closely with other specialists, including cardiologists, endocrinologists, pharmacists, nurses, educators and dietitians to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care to patients who suffer from problems involving the kidneys .

Comprehensive services for nephrology outpatient and inpatient care, dialysis, and kidney transplant services are provided al Desun.

Desun treats nephrology disease, including :
 

• Chronic kidney disease
• Critical care nephrology
• Diabetic nephropathy
• Glomerular disease (glomerulonephritis)
• Hyperoxaluria
• Kidney failure
• Kidney stone diseases
• Pediatric kidney disorders
• Polycystic and inherited kidney diseases
• Renal parenchymal/glomerular disease

The department of Transplant Nephrology offers world-leading care for patients who need kidney or pancreas transplantation:

• Pre-transplant evaluation and pre-transplant care for both kidney and pancreas transplant recipients
• Post-transplant long-term care for both kidney and pancreas transplant recipients
• Pre-transplant evaluation and pre-transplant care for living kidney donors
• Pre-emptive kidney transplant (leading to better long-term prognosis for certain patients)

Comprehensive renal replacement therapy options are available at Desun for patients with chronic kidney failure. Dialysis specialists provide patients with comprehensive care, including:

• In-center hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
• 24-hour emergency dialysis services
• Home hemodialysis for eligible patients
• Pre-emptive kidney transplantation evaluation
• Educational programs for dialysis patients and their families