Specializing in Kidney Diseases and Medical Care for Adult patients of the Antelope Valley, the High
We see patients in Lancaster, Palmdale, and in Ridgecrest, California.
5 Ways to Help Your Friend or Family Member with a Kidney Transplant
Are you wondering how to help your loved one with their post-kidney transplant journey? Here are 5 ways you can make a difference in their lives. 1. Learn about kidney transplant aftercare Normally, the body's immune system fights off anything that isn't part of itself, like germs and viruses. A kid...
The doctors and staff at AV Nephrology want to wish you all a safe and happy Labor Day! Please stay cool and hydrated during the current heat wave.
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Did you know diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease? Learn about the link between these two chronic conditions and discover how you can manage your diabetes to protect your kidney health here: http://ow.ly/KZQb50K1gms
6 Foods with Added Sugar that Will Surprise You
The CDC recommends that adults keep their added sugar intake to 10% or less of their total daily calories. In a 2,000-calorie diet, that represents 12 teaspoons a day. How much added sugar does the average adult in America actually eat a day? Around 17 teaspoons! To put it into perspective, that's m...
5 Ways to Help Your Friend or Family Member with Kidney Failure
Seeing someone you love go through kidney failure can be incredibly scary and frustrating. You may feel lost and unsure of how to help. Just as you’ll be there for your loved ones in their time of need, we’re here for you. Here are five ways you can support a loved one with kidney failure. 1. Un...
How Kidney Patients Can Protect Themselves From COVID-19 in 2022
In March 2020, Patrick Gee, a former dialysis patient and five-year kidney transplant recipient, contracted COVID-19 along with his wife. After difficulties getting diagnosed, both Patrick and his wife became so ill they were hospitalized. Unfortunately, Patrick would also become a COVID long-hauler...
5 Ways to Help Your Friend or Family Member with Kidney Failure
Seeing someone you love go through kidney failure can be incredibly scary and frustrating. You may feel lost and unsure of how to help. Just as you’ll be there for your loved ones in their time of need, we’re here for you. Here are five ways you can support a loved one with kidney failure. 1. Un...
Learning to Follow Your Dialysis Fluid Restrictions
Adjusting to fluid restrictions can be difficult, but with the right support and mindset, we know you'll be able to create new routines to help you follow your fluid prescription. Here's how. Remember why it's important to follow your fluid prescription Since kidneys can no longer balance fluids in....
How Kidney Patients Can Protect Themselves From COVID-19 in 2022
In March 2020, Patrick Gee, a former dialysis patient and five-year kidney transplant recipient, contracted COVID-19 along with his wife. After difficulties getting diagnosed, both Patrick and his wife became so ill they were hospitalized. Unfortunately, Patrick would also become a COVID long-hauler...
Learning to Follow Your Dialysis Fluid Restrictions
Adjusting to fluid restrictions can be difficult, but with the right support and mindset, we know you'll be able to create new routines to help you follow your fluid prescription. Here's how. Remember why it's important to follow your fluid prescription Since kidneys can no longer balance fluids in....
5 Ways to Help a Friend or Family Member with Kidney Disease
Your loved one’s personality is as unique as their healthcare needs. By learning about their conditions, you’ll be able to provide the best help possible. Here are 5 ways that you can help. 1. Learn how the kidneys work Kidneys are the hardworking cleaners of the body. Blood entering them is cle...
How to Read a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
Reading your comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) results doesn’t have to be intimidating. Use the following as a guide but remember that everyone is different, so always speak with your healthcare provider regarding your results. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, seek a second opinion, or ask fo...
5 Ways to Help a Friend or Family Member with Kidney Disease
Your loved one’s personality is as unique as their healthcare needs. By learning about their conditions, you’ll be able to provide the best help possible. Here are 5 ways that you can help. 1. Learn how the kidneys work Kidneys are the hardworking cleaners of the body. Blood entering them is cle...
Satisfy Your Thirst With These 5 Dialysis-Friendly Summer Snacks
The summer heat can make it more difficult to adhere to your fluid and food restrictions, but these snacks may help you satisfy your cravings. Before giving these recipes a try, talk with a healthcare provider about your specific nutrition needs—they may vary depending on your dialysis treatment. ...
Do I Have Kidney Disease?
Raise your hand if you've ever spent hours reading through lists of medical conditions after typing your symptoms into the browser. Don't be embarrassed if you've ever fallen down the search engine rabbit hole. You aren't alone and we are here for you! So, stop the endless scrolling and get the fact...
40 Low Potassium Fruits and Vegetables to Add to Your Grocery List
40%-50% of people with kidney disease experience hyperkalemia or high potassium. A healthcare professional or dietitian will advise you as to the specific level of restriction you need based on your individual health. While fruits and vegetables contain potassium, people following a potassium-restri...
Do I Have Kidney Disease?
Raise your hand if you've ever spent hours reading through lists of medical conditions after typing your symptoms into the browser. Don't be embarrassed if you've ever fallen down the search engine rabbit hole. You aren't alone and we are here for you! So, stop the endless scrolling and get the fact...
Are you thinking about becoming a living donor and want to speak to someone who's been there? Connect one-on-one with a living donor today. http://www.kidney.org/peers
Contrast Dye and the Kidneys
Diagnostic tests such as MRIs, CT scans and angiograms are routinely used because they provide important information about many diseases or injuries and can help in diagnosis and treatment. In many cases, the use of a contrast dye is necessary to enhance these tests, but sometimes these dyes can eit...
Lupus and Lupus Nephritis. What’s the Connection?
It’s time to shine a light on a little talked about but a common result of systemic lupus- lupus nephritis. Lupus affects 1.5 million adults in the U.S. In adults with lupus, 50% will have kidney disease Between 1 and 3 out of every 10 people with lupus nephritis will develop kidney failure Downlo...
Barbecuing with Kidney Disease
Every barbecue requires planning. You may be wondering- How many people are coming? Do I have enough food? When’s the last time I cleaned my grill? The list goes on. A barbecue fit for people following a kidney disease diet usually requires even more planning. You have to consider protein, phospho...
Superfoods: Whole Grains
Whole grains provide many nutritional benefits over refined grains as the bran, the edible outer layer, contains fiber and antioxidants, and the germ, the inner part, offers a variety of vitamins and minerals. In refined grains, these nutritional benefits are lost.
Lupus and Lupus Nephritis. What’s the Connection?
It’s time to shine a light on a little talked about but a common result of systemic lupus- lupus nephritis. Lupus affects 1.5 million adults in the U.S. In adults with lupus, 50% will have kidney disease Between 1 and 3 out of every 10 people with lupus nephritis will develop kidney failure Downlo...
6 Ways to Help Improve Blood Pressure
Nearly half of adults in the United States (47%, or 116 million) have high blood pressure, increasing their risk of severe medical conditions like kidney disease, heart disease, eye damage, and stroke. Despite these risks, only about 1 out of every 4 people with high blood pressure have their condit...
If you’re worried or interested about Monkeypox, LA County Public Health has some more information on what it is and what to look for.
Gout and Kidney Disease
Gout is a type of arthritis that happens when uric acid, a normal body waste, gets too high in the blood. Gout usually happens on the joints, fingers, and the upper ear. Find information about Gout risk factors, treatment, signs and symptoms. Learn about testing, diagnosis, and supplements for Gout.
Superfoods: Apples
There are many varieties of apples, and they are plentiful from late summer to winter. Apples range in taste from sweet to tart and are a great treat as an on-the-go snack, in salads, with a sprinkle of cinnamon, or baked.
AV Nephrology is looking for a fun, enthusiastic and hardworking physician assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP). If you or someone you know is interested, please email your resume to [email protected] or fax it to 661-948-1223.
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May is High Blood Pressure Awareness Month. Did you know this is the second leading cause of chronic kidney disease? Share this post to inform others of High Blood Pressure Awareness Month, and learn how to treat high blood pressure here: http://ow.ly/9PEE50IYzW0
Exercise: What You Should Know
Why is exercise important to me? Exercise is important for many reasons: It helps you to: Maintain a healthy weight Prevent many diseases including diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease Control blood pressure and cholesterol Build strength and endurance Prevent injuries Build self-confidence and s...
8 Activities to Try During Dialysis
Dialysis sessions can take upwards of 12 hours a week so, how do you fill this time? Here are eight activities to help you use this time to its fullest potential, whether that's relaxing, connecting with others, or engaging your mind. 1. Watch a new movie, tv series, or documentary Do you have any t...
Talking to Your Friends About Kidney Disease
Do you worry about telling your friends or peers you have kidney disease? Being nervous and afraid of how others will react is normal at any age, but it can be extra tough when you're a teenager. It may seem hard to explain kidney disease and how it affects you. You may wonder: Whom do I tell? How d...
What is Kidney Failure?
Kidney failure, or end-stage renal disease (ESRD), is the last stage of chronic kidney disease. When kidneys fail, they can be treated with dialysis or kidney transplant.
Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine, What Kidney Patients Need to Know
Kidney disease and COVID-19 do not go well together. Since the coronavirus arrived in the United States, people with kidney failure, either on dialysis or with a transplant, have had a disproportionately high rate of hospitalization for COVID-19 among all people on Medicare. Should I get the vaccine...
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33% of adults in the United States are at risk for kidney disease and most don't know? Before ends, find out if that includes you: https://bit.ly/3i2sJCF
For all our doctors!
Happy Doctor’s Day 2022 to all our doctors past and present! Especially to our current Doctors Fonte, Hadaya, Manalo and Yang! 🩺 👩🏻⚕️👨🏻⚕️👨🏻⚕️👨🏻⚕️
COVIDtests.gov - Free at-home COVID-19 tests
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 2 sets of 4 free at-home tests. If you already ordered your first set, order a second today.
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People with kidney disease and transplant recipients are at an increased risk of serious complications from . If you test positive for the virus, see your primary care physician or nephrologist right away.
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Did you know high blood pressure is the second leading cause of chronic kidney disease? Click the link to learn more about blood pressure, including how diet can play a role in maintaining a healthy blood pressure range: http://ow.ly/pvIg50I8cqg
COVIDtests.gov - Free at-home COVID-19 tests
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.
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People with kidney failure or a transplant need more shots of the COVID-19 vaccine than non-immunocompromised people to be fully vaccinated. Trouble getting your pharmacist to give you those additional doses? Refer them to the CDC guidance chart: https://bit.ly/3JA2Plt
Stopping or Not Starting Dialysis
You may have heard of stopping or not starting dialysis. We will cover the decision to stop or not start dialysis as well as defining conservative care, palliative care, and medical management.
COVIDtests.gov - Free at-home COVID-19 tests
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.
3 Kidney-Friendly Valentine's Day Treats
Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate love. It's also a day filled with heart-shaped boxes full of chocolates, sugary candy, and other treats. We know how important following a kidney diet is, but these special days can be incredibly tempting. After all, it only comes around once a year. Instead of....
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People with kidney failure or a transplant need three shots of the COVID-19 vaccine instead of two to be fully vaccinated. And they still need a booster dose 5 months after that third shot. Trouble getting your pharmacist to give you those additional doses? Refer them to the CDC guidance chart: https://bit.ly/3GgB6o0
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