Nephrology Clinic
What happens in the Nephrology Clinic?
Nephrology is the branch of medicine that studies functions and diseases of the kidneys. The Nephrology Clinic provides support and follow-up services, including education and counseling for all of our patients and their families. We are committed to providing optimal growth, nutrition and quality of life for your child.
Your child will visit the Nephrology Clinic for most pre-transplant, post-transplant and dialysis appointments. The kidney transplantation surgery will also be performed at Children’s.
Who will we see in the Nephrology Clinic?
Your child will be cared for by the same team of doctors, nurses and specialists before, during and after transplant. Our skilled team of specialists includes:
- Pediatric transplant surgeons
Doctors who perform transplant operations on children - Pediatric nephrologists
Doctors who care for children who have diseases of the kidney - Pediatric urologists
Doctors who treat children with urinary problems - Pediatric anesthesiologists
Doctors who give children medicine to sleep during surgery - Physician assistants
Licensed to practice medicine with physician supervision - Advanced registered nurse practitioners
Nurses with master’s degrees who take primary responsibility for the care of their patients - Registered nurse coordinators
Nurses who coordinate who your child will see during clinic visits - Dietitians
Ensure your child gets the nutrition they need for growth and development - Pharmacists
Prepare medications prescribed by doctors and tell you about a medicine’s purpose, effectiveness and side effects - Social workers
Help families understand and address the emotional and practical aspects of medical care - Child Life Specialists
Work with patients and families to help reduce anxiety, develop positive coping skills and adjust to the hospital experience; also provide information about play, child development and adjustments to illness - Transplant specialists
Schedule visits and help patients and families manage insurance coverage and finances