UPMC nephrologists specialize in diagnosing and treating all types of kidney disease. Our team offers expert kidney care that follows guidelines established by the National Kidney Foundation.
If you are living with chronic or acute kidney disease, our team will work with you to develop a treatment plan that fits your lifestyle while meeting your needs, goals, and preferences.
What Are Kidney Disease Services?
If your kidneys aren’t working well, you need a team of nephrology experts who can diagnose your condition, find the cause, develop a comprehensive treatment plan, and provide ongoing care.
Who’s Eligible for Kidney Disease Services?
If your doctor suspects you have a kidney problem or you have already been diagnosed with kidney disease, you may be eligible for kidney disease services at UPMC.
What Kidney Disease Services Do We Offer?
Our programs and services
Our nephrologists offer a range of programs and services to provide specialized kidney care, including:
Diagnostic tests
Blood tests
Blood tests include:
Urine tests
Urine tests include:
- Creatinine clearance.
- Urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (uACR).
- Urine output.
- Urine protein-to-creatinine ratio (uPCR).
Imaging tests
Imaging tests include:
Diagnostic procedures
Diagnostic procedures include:
Kidney disease treatments
We offer a full range of kidney disease treatments, including:
Dialysis services
Our team provides comprehensive dialysis support, including:
- Dialysis evaluation.
- Education on dialysis options, including hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and home dialysis treatment.
- Evaluation for kidney transplant.
- Hemodialysis supervision and management.
- Peritoneal dialysis training and support.
- Pre-transplantation management.
- Post-transplantation follow-up.
What Can I Expect?
At UPMC, our nephrologists offer a full range of kidney disease services to diagnose, treat, and manage your condition while prioritizing your overall well-being and quality of life.
We help people with kidney disease by:
- Assessing your level of kidney function.
- Diagnosing your kidney condition.
- Finding the cause of your kidney condition.
- Managing other health conditions caused by kidney disease, such as anemia, bone disease, kidney stones, parathyroid conditions, and metabolic disorders.
- Managing other health conditions contributing to kidney disease, such as diabetes or high blood pressure.
- Planning for dialysis, including placement of dialysis access.
- Planning for kidney transplantation, including referral for and initiation of transplantation evaluation.
- Recommending healthy lifestyle changes to support kidney health, including adopting a kidney-friendly diet and participating in physician-directed exercise programs.
- Understanding your condition and your risk of kidney disease progression.
Why Choose UPMC for Kidney Disease Services?
When you choose UPMC for kidney disease services, you will receive:
- Access to world-class nephrology expertise — Our world-renowned experts treat the full spectrum of kidney diseases using the latest diagnostic and treatment techniques.
- A full range of treatment options — We'll work with you to develop a treatment plan that slows the progression of your disease as much as possible and improves your quality of life.
- Multidisciplinary care — If you need advanced kidney treatment, we partner with special dialysis clinics, experts in supportive care, and kidney transplant surgeons.
