The Kidney & Hypertension Group

The Kidney & Hypertension Group Dr. Gabriel Valle and Dr. Carlos Bejar are also Certified Hypertension Specialists by The American Society of Hypertension.

Gabriel Valle, M.D., C.H.S and Carlos Bejar, M.D.,C.H.S 🔹Manuel Santos, M.D.
🔹UMiami Nephrology Faculty🔹Certified Hypertension Specialists🔹 Voted “Top Kidney Doctors” Every Year🔹Offices Fort Lauderdale, Plantation & Delray Beach🔹📞 954-771-3929 Nephrology and Hypertension Practice of 5 board certified nephrologists and a Clinical Nurse Specialist specializing in kidney medicine, hypertension, criti

cal care, home dialysis and private room in-center dialysis and transplantation. We are Florida's ONLY Certified Hypertension Center, Offices in Fort Lauderdale, Plantation, and Delray Beach.

05/23/2026

Memorial Day is a time to honor the heroes who gave everything for our country and the freedoms we cherish each day. Today we remember their courage, their sacrifice, and the families who carry their legacy forward. 😔🇺🇸

Dr Valle's day in Plantation got off to a great start when the first patient, Lori, brought her adorable rescue dog, Chi...
05/22/2026

Dr Valle's day in Plantation got off to a great start when the first patient, Lori, brought her adorable rescue dog, Chili, with her! And he's dressed up to boot! Happy Friday! 🤗

In 1986, Carolyn Nowotny made a decision that would change her younger sister’s life forever. Marilyn Patterson (then ag...
05/21/2026

In 1986, Carolyn Nowotny made a decision that would change her younger sister’s life forever. Marilyn Patterson (then age 36) was critically ill after lupus destroyed her kidneys and was enduring long dialysis treatments three times a week for 4 1/2 years.
At the time, kidney transplantation was still brand new in Tarrant County, Texas. Patients often had to travel long distances to Dallas or Galveston for care because local hospitals had not yet developed transplant programs. Carolyn did not hesitate.
"I figured God gave me two kidneys. I’ve got a spare,” she joked.
The transplant was performed in May 1986 as part of the very first kidney transplant program in Tarrant County. What no one could fully predict at the time was just how extraordinary the outcome would become.
Nearly four decades later, Marilyn’s transplanted kidney is still functioning beautifully.
The sisters recently gathered with transplant recipients, donors, physicians, and hospital staff to celebrate the more than 1,300 kidney transplants performed since that historic first year. Their story is a powerful reminder of both the life saving impact of living kidney donation and the remarkable durability a transplanted kidney can sometimes achieve.
Today, more than 90,000 Americans remain on the waiting list for a kidney transplant. In many parts of the country, patients wait years for an organ offer. Stories like this highlight why living donation continues to be so important.
This remarkable story is also a tribute to the enduring gift of organ donation. ♥️
Photo-Marilyn, age 76, recipient (left) and her sister Carolyn, 78, donor, and Dr. Charles Andrews, her original nephrologist at the time of the transplant and founder of the Tarrant County transplant program in 1986. ⭐️🤗🌞💚

Peritoneal Dialysis Clinic Day at our Fort Lauderdale office with Dr. Carlos Bejar leading the way in Home Dialysis care...
05/18/2026

Peritoneal Dialysis Clinic Day at our Fort Lauderdale office with Dr. Carlos Bejar leading the way in Home Dialysis care. Today our entire Peritoneal Dialysis team is here together including nurses, social workers, and our dietitian because successful kidney care takes a true team approach.

Programs like this are a major reason so many of our patients successfully reach transplant. This is the A Team.

Many people are just now learning about Belmont Cameli after the recent release of the new Prime Video series Off Campus...
05/15/2026

Many people are just now learning about Belmont Cameli after the recent release of the new Prime Video series Off Campus, a hockey themed romance drama that has quickly gained attention online and already earned strong buzz with fans of the bestselling book series it is based on.

But long before the spotlight of a hit television series, Cameli made headlines for something far more meaningful. In 2018, at just 20 years old, he volunteered to donate a kidney to help a childhood friend suffering from kidney failure. While he was not a direct match, his donation became part of a remarkable 14 person kidney exchange chain that ultimately helped save the lives of seven patients.

His friend eventually received a life changing transplant through the chain, highlighting the extraordinary impact living kidney donation can have far beyond a single patient.

Belmont is our new hero, and it looks like Off Campus might be our new show. 💚🤗👏🏼⭐️👏🏼🏒kidneytransplant

Protecting your kidneys starts long before dialysis or transplant ever become part of the conversation. According to ren...
05/14/2026

Protecting your kidneys starts long before dialysis or transplant ever become part of the conversation. According to renal dietitians, some of the biggest threats to kidney health are not always obvious. Processed meats, heavily packaged foods, sugary beverages, and salty snacks can quietly increase blood pressure and blood sugar levels, two of the leading drivers of kidney disease.

Your kidneys work around the clock as your body’s filtration system, removing waste and helping maintain balance throughout the body. Supporting them means choosing more fresh foods, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and plant based proteins whenever possible.

Small changes today can make a major difference in protecting kidney function for the future. Prevention matters for your future kidney health.

The Cubs versus the White Sox is an old Chicago rivalry. But a Cubs fan needed a kidney and a White Sox fan stepped up a...
05/11/2026

The Cubs versus the White Sox is an old Chicago rivalry. But a Cubs fan needed a kidney and a White Sox fan stepped up and gave her one.
After her sign saying “This Lil Cubbie needs a kidney” went viral at a game in 2019, Thomas Alessio saw it and made the life changing decision to donate his kidney to Bridgett Kolls. The surgery took place during the Covid pandemic in June 2020.
This week, during National Nurses Week, Bridgett returned to Wrigley Field to throw out the ceremonial first pitch as a kidney transplant recipient, nursing assistant, and survivor.
Her updated sign now reads:
"This Lil Cubbie GOT a kidney.” 💚
Stories like this remind us that organ donation saves lives, brings people together, and creates second chances that once seemed impossible.
We encourage use of social media and public signs to get your message out! And Thomas-you are our hero! ⭐️

05/08/2026

What a rockstar entrance (ft. very enthusiastic cheering by the Valle sisters! 🤣) 🎸🥳👏🏼 The Kidney Group is incredibly proud of Dr. Gabriel A. Valle for receiving the prestigious 12 Good Men Luncheon award. We were honored to celebrate him at the beautiful Loews Coral Gables Hotel alongside so many community leaders, family members, friends, patients, and colleagues.

Dr. Valle is not only an exceptional physician, but someone who truly believes in giving back and treating every patient like family. His compassion, leadership, and lifelong dedication to the South Florida community continue to inspire all of us every single day.

We are also proud to share that Dr. Valle was the honoree who raised the highest amount of donations in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities South Florida. We are deeply grateful to every family member, friend, patient, and fellow physician who contributed in his name and helped support families in need.

Dr. Valle, your kindness, generosity, and heart for others truly shine. South Florida is better because of leaders like you, and all of us at The Kidney Group think the world of you. ♥️

Wishing a very happy graduation to the Class of 2026!
05/06/2026

Wishing a very happy graduation to the Class of 2026!

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