Your Kidney Connection
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
"As we commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, it is essential to reflect on his powerful words: “Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and inhumane.” Unfortunately, this statement remains relevant today, particularly for...
Empower Yourself: Take Charge of Your Kidney Health
Do you or someone you know have chronic kidney disease (CKD)? You're not alone. Millions of Americans are living with CKD, and many don't even know they have it. That's why we're hosting a FREE workshop on Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) patient education and...
A Major Change for California Medi-Cal Recipients
As of January 1st, 2024, a major change has taken place for Medi-Cal recipients in California. If you were previously on Emergency Medi-Cal, you've officially transitioned to Full-Scope Medi-Cal, meaning you'll have access to a wider range of healthcare services....
Ringing in the New Year with Kidney-Conscious Resolutions: 5 Small Steps for Big Impact
As the glitter settles and resolutions take flight, let's raise a glass (of water, of course!) to a brand new year brimming with possibilities - including the promise of prioritizing our well-being. At Balboa Nephrology, we're wishing you a 2024 overflowing with...
Rose Parade Featuring Floats Promoting Transplant and Organ Donation
America's New Year Celebration - the 2024 Rose Parade takes place at 8am pst on January 1st in Pasadena, CA and this year will feature floats promoting transplant and organ donation and donors, recipients and transplant advocates will be walking with the floats....
Regional Advocacy Training For the Western Region
In 2024, many states will have a legislative session and talk about new proposed laws, and as people who care about kidney disease, these sessions are an opportunity to impact kidney disease legislation in your home state. To help, the American Kidney Fund (AKF)...
How Do Your Kidneys Work?
Did you know that your kidneys are responsible for filtering your blood and removing waste products? So how do they work and how can you keep them healthy? For this, we look to the National Kidney Foundation for a helpful explanation: You have two kidneys, each...
Watch Exclusive Balboa Nephrology Videos On YouTube
Watch the Balboa Nephrology YouTube channel featuring our physicians and team members covering the fundamentals of kidney care and practical tips to empower you on your kidney health journey. Living with a kidney disease diagnosis can be overwhelming. In a candid...
