Your Kidney Connection
Welcome Aboard!
Dr. Leininger Joined Balboa Nephrology Medical Group in August 2022 and practices in the East County La Mesa area as well as at Sharp Rees-Stealy Clinics. He attended medical school at Western University, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. He completed...
You Say You Want a “Resolution”?
Deciding and committing to a resolution is a time to reflect on your behavior—both what you've achieved and how you can improve. It's also a time to frame the upcoming year positively. If you are racking your brain coming up with your resolution(s), consider...
A Warm & Enthusiastic Welcome!
Dr. Yan Zhong joined Balboa Nephrology in May 2022 and practices in the Hillcrest area. She provides care in both hospital inpatient and outpatient clinics. She offers consultations in acute renal failure, chronic kidney diseases, diabetic nephropathy,...
Kidney-Friendly Holiday Meal Planning
Christmas is in less than one week! Many people plan their holiday meals in advance with the their staples like turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and the like. But what about people on a renal diet? We looked to Fresenius Kidney Care for some holiday...
Welcome to the Team!
Join us in welcoming Dr. Zaid Al-Dahhan to the Balboa Nephrology Team! Dr. Al Dahhan practices in the Balboa Nephrology Escondido office. He attended medical school at Ross University School of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine residency at University...
A Healthy Start in the Morning
Diabetes is frequently associated with the health problems of people with chronic kidney disease. Part of receiving a diagnosis of diabetes and/or chronic kidney disease calls for a change of lifestyle - notably, diet. A morning meal helps keep your blood glucose...
