Our Approach to Kidney Care
Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care brings together our world-renowned team of nephrologists to treat the full range of kidney conditions, from acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease to complex immunologic disorders and resistant hypertension. Our specialists use state-of-the-art diagnostic technology—including adrenal vein sampling, genetic testing, comprehensive metabolic workups and specialized imaging—along with innovative, evidence-based treatments, such as sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists, which have been shown to significantly slow the progression of diabetic kidney disease.
Why Choose Montefiore Einstein?
Montefiore Einstein is one of the highest performing hospitals in the nation for kidney failure, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Integrated Care for Comprehensive Kidney Disease Treatment
Our Nephrology team works closely with cardiologists, endocrinologists, rheumatologists, urologists, oncologists, interventional radiologists and maternal-fetal medicine specialists to provide integrated care for kidney conditions, including diabetic kidney disease, glomerular diseases, electrolyte disorders, kidney stones and proteinuria. Our personalized treatment plans combine the latest medications with lifestyle guidance, nutritional counseling and advanced monitoring technologies to help you achieve the best possible outcomes.
Kidney Services We Offer
Our nephrologists provide comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment for the full range of kidney conditions. From diagnostic workups to ongoing disease management, we tailor every aspect of your care to your specific needs and goals. Our approach emphasizes early intervention, disease prevention and close monitoring to preserve kidney function and improve your quality of life.
Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care provides prompt evaluation and treatment for sudden changes in kidney function. Through comprehensive blood and urine testing, ultrasound imaging and collaboration with specialists, including interventional radiology and urology when needed, we identify the underlying cause of kidney injury and develop a treatment plan to improve kidney function or prevent further decline. Our goal is to address the immediate concern while establishing a path forward for your long-term kidney health.
We’ll coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.
Chronic kidney disease requires ongoing, personalized attention to slow progression and maintain quality of life. Our world-renowned team provides comprehensive management that includes regular monitoring of kidney function, treatment to address underlying causes and medication adjustments to optimize outcomes. We work closely with you to develop strategies, including dietary modifications, blood pressure control and management of related conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Through close collaboration with a wide range of specialists—including cardiologists, endocrinologists, rheumatologists, urologists, oncologists, interventional radiologists and maternal-fetal medicine specialists—combined with regular follow-ups, we help you preserve kidney function and prevent complications.
We’ll coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.
Diabetic kidney disease is the leading cause of serious kidney disease, especially kidney failure. Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care offers comprehensive care that combines the latest treatment advances with personalized support. We use innovative medications, including SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 agonists––therapies proven to significantly slow disease progression––along with close glucose management in partnership with our Endocrinology colleagues. We also provide screening, including urine protein testing and genetic testing, to ensure an accurate diagnosis, as not all kidney disease in people with diabetes is caused by diabetes. itself. Our team includes access to weight management services as well as dietary and lifestyle guidance, giving you comprehensive support to protect your kidney function and improve your overall health.
We’ll coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.
If you’re taking multiple blood pressure medications and still struggling to achieve healthy blood pressure levels, our Resistant Hypertension Program can help. Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care provides comprehensive evaluations, including blood tests, urine analysis, imaging studies and, when needed, specialized interventional radiology procedures to identify the underlying cause. Our diagnostic workup may include genetic testing to identify inherited factors that contribute to high blood pressure. Once we understand what’s driving your hypertension, we develop a targeted treatment plan that optimizes your medication regimen. We also offer specialized monitoring, including ambulatory and remote blood pressure monitoring. These tools provide detailed information about your blood pressure patterns throughout the day and night, allowing our team to further optimize your treatment with a level of precision that standard office visits alone cannot provide.
Conditions like lupus, glomerulonephritis and other immunologic diseases require specialized expertise and an integrated approach. Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care provides comprehensive diagnosis, including a kidney biopsy when needed, followed by close collaboration with rheumatologists and oncologists to develop a treatment plan. Treatment typically includes advanced therapies such as infusion medications, which can be coordinated in the Westchester region. Through careful monitoring and close follow-up, we work to control disease activity, preserve kidney function and help you maintain the best possible quality of life.
We’ll coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.
Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care offers comprehensive evaluation and preventative care to reduce your risk of recurrent kidney stones. Our diagnostics include genetic testing, 24-hour urine collection to evaluate electrolyte patterns and imaging studies (ultrasound or computed tomography—CT scans) to assess stone burden and kidney health. Based on these findings, we recommend targeted medications, such as potassium citrate or thiazide diuretics, to modify your urinary chemistry and prevent stone formation. Our team works closely with urology specialists to ensure you receive comprehensive care, and we provide ongoing monitoring to reduce your risk of future episodes.
We’ll coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.
Imbalances in sodium, potassium, calcium and other electrolytes can cause serious symptoms and complications. Our nephrologists specialize in diagnosing and treating these complex conditions through detailed history, blood and urine testing and targeted treatment approaches. We work to identify the underlying cause of electrolyte imbalances, whether related to medications, hormonal conditions or kidney function, and to develop a tailored treatment plan that could include electrolyte replacement, removal or lowering, fluid therapy, medication adjustment, treatment of underlying conditions and/or diet and lifestyle changes to restore balance and prevent recurrence.
Pregnancy presents unique challenges for women with chronic kidney disease or kidney-related conditions. Our specialists provide close monitoring and comprehensive care, in partnership with maternal-fetal medicine experts, to optimize outcomes for both you and your baby. Through regular follow-up and coordination with your obstetric team, we work to manage your kidney condition safely throughout pregnancy and delivery.
We’ll coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.
When a kidney biopsy is needed to establish a diagnosis, we coordinate the procedure with interventional radiology specialists at convenient locations within our health system. Following the biopsy, we review the results with you and develop a comprehensive treatment plan based on the findings. This collaborative approach ensures you receive expert pathology interpretation and immediate access to the specialists best suited to manage your condition.
We’ll coordinate any post-pathology care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.
Kidney Conditions We Treat
Our team diagnoses and treats a comprehensive range of kidney conditions. Some of the primary conditions we manage include:
- Acute kidney injury
- Chronic kidney disease
- Diabetic kidney disease
- Proteinuria (protein in urine)
- Glomerular diseases
- Lupus nephritis
- Glomerulonephritis
- Electrolyte disorders (sodium, potassium, calcium imbalances)
- Kidney stones (nephrolithiasis)
- Resistant hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Hypertension in pregnancy
- Autoimmune-related kidney disease
- Kidney disease in pregnant patients
Our Nephrology Team
Our Nephrology specialists have expertise that spans the full range of kidney conditions. Our team combines clinical excellence with a commitment to personalized, compassionate care. We work closely with specialists throughout Montefiore Einstein to provide you with fully integrated, multidisciplinary care.
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