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Balboa Nephrology

Our Vision

We deliver superior and consistent care in support of every patient with kidney disease.

Our Mission

We are the model of exceptional care for people with kidney disease and their families and communities.

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From Dialysis to Advanced Kidney Care and Transplants

Consultation experts for chronic kidney disease (CKD), hypertension treatment, dialysis technology, and transplantation

Interventional Nephrology

Medical Director leadership at dialysis clinics

Vascular Access Center for fistula, graft, and catheter insertion and maintenance

Balboa Institute of Transplantation

Leaders in kidney research through our partnership with California Institute of Renal Research offering clinical trial opportunities for patients.

Consultation experts for chronic kidney disease (CKD), hypertension treatment, dialysis technology, and transplantation

Vascular Access Center for fistula, graft, and catheter insertion and maintenance

Interventional Nephrology

Balboa Institute of Transplantation

Medical Director leadership at dialysis clinics

Leaders in kidney research through our partnership with California Institute of Renal Research offering clinical trial opportunities for patients.

Learn more about the multitude of services we offer.

Our Services

Your Kidney Connection Blog

Exercise, Patient Education

Practice Self-Care Outdoors

Summer is just around the corner, making it the ideal time to practice self-care outside! Individuals on dialysis who have chronic kidney disease should engage in exercises that are both safe and effective for their...

May 23, 2023

Kidney Care, Patient Education

What are the Signs of Kidney Failure?

Balboa Nephrology Provider Dr. Joseph Hebreo discusses the possible symptoms of kidney disease and how people may be able to slow its progression. Learn more by clicking here. Watch this short video and others on the Balboa...

May 19, 2023

Patient Education

What Are Kidneys?

As part of the Balboa Nephrology Educational Video series, Dr. Juan Calderon-Molina at our National City location explains the fascinating job our kidneys perform. Watch the video by clicking here. To watch all of the videos...

May 10, 2023

Mental Health, Resources

Sleep vs. Depression

Did you know depression and sleep problems are closely linked? People with insomnia, may have a higher risk of developing depression than people who get a good night's sleep. We found a super cool resource if you're having...

May 8, 2023

Kidney Care, Mental Health, Resources

The Psychological Effects of Kidney Disease

In support of National Mental Health Awareness Month, Kidney Conversations with ReMend's discussion focused on the stressors people experience when diagnosed with kidney disease, including the financial burden, eating...

May 2, 2023

Mental Health, National Days

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month

Being diagnosed with kidney disease - also known as the "silent disease" - is overwhelming. At a certain stage of kidney disease, it is common for patients to consider dialysis and transplantation - a complete lifestyle...

May 1, 2023

Patient Education

Innovation In Transplantion

Balboa Nephrology continues to focus on the importance of patient education in kidney care - including this video with Dr. Bijal Patel, President of Balboa Nephrology highlighting innovation in transplantation. Check out more...

Apr 29, 2023

Patient Education

Living Kidney Donors Share Their Stories

National Donate Life Month, observed each April, raises awareness about organ donation, encourages people to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors, and honors those who have saved lives through the gift of donation. Our...

Apr 5, 2023

Patient Education

Who Are Living Donors?

In this video in honor of National Donate Life Month, Dr. Bijal Patel, President - Balboa Nephrology discusses how living donation can help a patient avoid being on dialysis or minimize the time being on dialysis. Watch the...

Apr 4, 2023

Community, National Days

Celebrating Balboa Nephrology Physicians

National Physicians Week/Day honors those who devote their lives to the practice of medicine and to celebrate physicians' contributions to individual lives and communities. We'd like to send out some extra love to our...

Mar 29, 2023

#ISharedMyStory

My Story: Junie Siuils

My Name Is: Junie Siuils I am a Kidney Recipient. My Story: 1993 had a kidney transplant. My life changed like Superman. ...

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My Story: Karla

My Name is Karla I am a 2x recipient. My Story: I am a mother, daughter, sister, attorney and friend! I get to be all those things because when I needed a kidney, I had...

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My Story: Hayden Shock

My Name Is: Hayden Shock I am a Kidney Transplant Recipient. My Story: "I was in San Diego in 2016 when I didn't feel too well. Had the worst flight back to DC. Went to an...

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My Story: Kate Culhane

My name is Kate Culhane I am a Living Donor. My Story: "When I was not a match for my sister, I donated to the woman who sat next to her in...

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My Story: Kristen Mutrynowski

My Name Is: Kristen Mutrynowski I am a transplant recipient. My Story: "I was in kidney failure and my dad got tested and was my living donor. My dad...

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My Story: Larry Saks

My Name: Larry Saks I am a recipient. My Story: "I had a liver and kidney transplant 4 years ago. Doing fantastic and anything ele I can do to tell others, please feel free...

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My Story: Lieuko Nguyen

My Name Is: Lieuko Nguyen I am a physician. My Story: I love taking care of children pre-transplant, during and post-transplant as a pediatric nephrologist. Kidney transplant...

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My Story: Somone Washington

Somone's story begins as a healthy and vibrant 25 year old young lady. She had just finished graduate school and was on her way to starting a new career. Out of no where, she...

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Walking the Walk

Sunday, October 30th was a beautiful day for the 2022 Southern CA Kidney Walk in Long Beach in support of the National Kidney Foundation! Balboa Nephrology and...

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