omaha nephrology patient portal

Where is Omaha nephrology located?

The physicians of Omaha Nephrology currently have privileges and make rounds at 12 Omaha metro area hospitals and are medical directors of several dialysis units. Our main office is located northwest of Westroads Mall at 1111 North 102nd Court, Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68114. We also have offices in Council Bluffs and Shenandoah, Iowa.

Where do you go to medical school for Nephrology?

Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE Internal Medical Residency: Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL Nephrology Fellowship: Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL

Does my child need to see a nephrologist?

If your child’s kidneys aren’t functioning correctly, your child may need to see a nephrologist — a provider who specializes in kidney disease. At Children’s Hospital & Medical Center, our nephrology team diagnoses and manages many different kidney diseases, ranging from mild to severe.

Why choose the division of Nephrology?

The Division of Nephrology is committed to providing state of the art care to our patients, training nephrologists and internists, and building strong basic and clinical research programs.

How much urine does a child produce on dialysis?

We are also the only pediatric dialysis center in the area. Every day, your kidneys filter about 120 to 150 quarts of blood to produce about 1 to 2 quarts of urine. Children do not produce as much urine as adults, and the amount depends on their age.

What is the role of kidneys in children?

The kidneys are two organs that are responsible for filtering waste and toxins out of the bloodstream. If your child’s kidneys aren’t functioning correctly, your child may need to see a nephrologist — a provider who specializes in kidney disease. At Children’s Hospital & Medical Center, our nephrology team diagnoses and manages many different ...

What is the hard substance in the kidneys?

Kidney Stones. Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys due to high levels of certain minerals in the urine. A kidney stone may not cause symptoms until it moves around in the kidney or through the ureter, the tube connecting your kidney and bladder.

What is the last stage of kidney disease?

The last stage of chronic kidney disease is called kidney failure. At this point, the kidneys are only functioning at about 15%. Over time, kidney failure can lead to serious health conditions, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or bone disorders.

What is the number for pediatric specialists at Children's Hospital?

Call 855-850-KIDS (5437).

What age do kids need kidneys?

Kidneys are among the most commonly needed organs in US children ages 1 to 17 who are awaiting organ transplants. In the US, as many as 2% of boys and 8% of girls will get urinary tract infections by their 8th birthday.

What is the term for the force of blood pushing against the walls of the blood vessels?

Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Hypertension, or high blood pressure, occurs when the force of blood pushing against the walls of the blood vessels is too high, which can damage the delicate tissues inside the arteries over time.