Your Kidney Connection
Foodie Friday: Grocery Shopping
Being diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) doesn’t mean you have to stop eating the foods you love. Its important to work with your dietician to go over not only the foods you love but also grocery shopping. It is critical to consult with your dietician...
Balboa Nephrology President Weighs in on Prop 29
Dr. Bijal Patel President, Balboa Nephrology The following e-mail is posted with Dr. Patel's consent. Dear BNMG Colleagues: I hope this email finds you well. No matter your political stance, I feel it is important to address the current ballot measure, Proposition...
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 got really sick and was diagnosed with end-stage renal failure! She started taking...
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 Evergreen Nephrology were honored to have attendees share their kidney journey stories with us to...
My Story: Sherrell Gay
My Name Is: Sherrell Gay I am a: DONOR FAMILY - 2017/2018 Heart Recipient (2002) Heart/Kidney Recipient (2012) My Story: Diagnosed Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1994. Experienced treatment go to bed for a year. Sudden Cardiac Death and over next 7 weeks, maxed out of...
My Story: Mary Ann Shoch
My Name is: Mary Ann Shoch I am a: Living Kidney Donor My Story: 10 years ago my brother needed a kidney - never doubted me doing it. 3 years later, my son needed a kidney. He got a kidney form his teacher. God is Good!
My Story: Annette Johnson
My Name Is: Annette Johnson I am a: Kidney Donor My Story: My sister needed a kidney as her only kidney was only functioning at 18%. We lost our middle sister to MS in 2008 and I was not about to let anything happen to this sister. I was excited to donate to her,...
Foodie Friday: It’s Getting “Chili” Outside
We're a little over a month into Fall and the cooler weather is on its way. There are certain dishes that are so comforting, just hearing the name makes your warm inside. This is why we're sharing a recipe for a yummy crowd pleaser...Chili! Not just any old...
