carolina nephrology patient portal

How do I get a nephrology appointment in North Carolina?

Our physicians are committed to delivering compassionate, quality care to patients by using the best clinical data, education, and technology available. We evaluate each patient individually and seek the best treatment to. maintain and improve his or her quality of life.

When will Carolina nephrology be switching to Epic?

Patient portal. Nephrology Associates of the Carolinas P.A. does offer online access through E Clinical to your records, labs, and upcoming visits. It is now much easier to view your medical information with us via the internet. In order to log in click on the link below. If you have any questions regarding your ability to access this website ...

Who are Carolina Nephrology’s new staff members?

Your first visit with Carolina Nephrology will consist of a complete physical examination and comprehensive evaluation including: History of your current problem. Medical and social history. Family medical history. Laboratory and radiology test results. Current medications. To determine how your kidneys are functioning or to assist in ...

Why choose Carolina kidney associates?

Patients with kidney disease or hypertension can contact our office via 704-940-6644, our fax is 704-940-9192. We provide the same quality care to financially challenged patients and the minority group. We accept referrals from primary care providers, emergency rooms, and hospitals. We also accept walk-in patients.

How to diagnose kidney disease?

To determine how your kidneys are functioning or to assist in determining a diagnosis; additional testing may be required. These tests may include: 1 Blood testing 2 Renal ultrasound or CT scan 3 Renal biopsy 4 Urinalysis

What tests are needed to determine kidney function?

These tests may include: Blood testing. Renal ultrasound or CT scan. Renal biopsy. Urinalysis. Please bring a complete list of all medications and the dosage currently prescribed.

What is renal hypertension?

Renal hypertension, also called renovascular hypertension, is elevated blood pressure caused by kidney disease. It can usually be controlled by blood pressure drugs. Some people with renal hypertension can be helped by angioplasty, stenting, or surgery on the blood vessels of the kidney. Metabolic Bone Disorder.

What are the functions of the kidney?

Functions of a healthy kidney include maintaining a person's fluid balance, maintaining an acid-base balance; regulating electrolytes including sodium, potassium, and other electrolytes; clearing toxins; regulating blood pressure; and regulating hormones, such as erythropoietin; and activation of vitamin D.

What is the purpose of dialysis?

Dialysis is used as a temporary measure in either acute kidney injury or in those awaiting kidney transplant and as a permanent measure in those for whom a transplant is not indicated or not possible. End-stage renal disease, occurs when chronic kidney disease reaches an advanced state.

What is vascular access?

Vascular access refers to the method in which a tube is inserted into a patient’s bloodstream to grant easy access to their veins. This method enables kidney failure patients to undergo haemodialysis. No matter the cause of kidney failure, every dialysis patient must undergo vascular access.

What is the term for acute kidney failure?

The word “acute” means sudden. Another term for acute kidney injury is acute kidney failure. Assessment of Kidney Function. Assessment of kidney function occurs in different ways, using the presence of symptoms and signs, as well as measurements using urine tests, blood tests, and medical imaging.

Full service nephrology practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, and surrounding areas

North Carolina Nephrology has offices in Wake, Johnston, Harnett, and Franklin counties. When kidney failure is inevitable, we also provide services for hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and home dialysis therapy, or renal transplant referral.

Patient Portal

A secure patient portal is available to access your labs, medication lists, and information related to upcoming appointments.

Appointments

For appointments please refer to Office Locations for an office near you.

Prescription Refills

Please have your pharmacy e-prescribe or fax your refill request to our office.

Carolina Kidney Associates

Carolina Kidney Associates is the triads’ largest independently owned nephrology practice. Serving the triad for nearly 40 years, Carolina Kidney Associates has earned the trust and respect of their patients and the local medical community.

Carolina Kidney Vascular

Opened in 2014 as a state of the art vascular access center, CK Vascular provides quality dialysis access management through ultrasound, stenting and angioplasty. Visit CK Vascular Center