Your Kidney Connection
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When you've been diagnosed with kidney disease or any challenging situation, it can help to know you're not alone. There have been people who have walked in your shoes and it can be helpful to hear about their experiences. This is why we're continuing with the...
It’s A New Year and a New Colleague!
Dr. Cruz Whitley joined Balboa Nephrology in January 2023. She attended medical school at the University of California San Diego where she was a part of the Program in Medical Education with a focus on Health Equity (PRIME-HEq). Dr. Whitley completed an internal...
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...
