When Should You See a Kidney Doctor for High Blood Pressure? Many people manage high blood pressure with the help of their primary care physician. For some patients, that is enough. But when blood pressure is difficult to control, when kidney function changes, or...
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is often described as a “silent” condition because many people do not feel symptoms. But even when you feel fine, high blood pressure can place extra strain on your blood vessels, heart, brain, and kidneys. Your...
Kidney care can come with a lot of moving parts. You may be tracking blood pressure, reviewing medications, waiting for lab results, managing swelling, or trying to understand what your doctor wants you to do next. That is a lot for anyone to keep up with. That is...
If your appointment is scheduled with a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Advanced Practice Provider (APP), you may wonder what that means. The good news is simple: you are still under your kidney doctor’s care, and you are still exactly where you need to be. At Balboa...
Every year on February 3, we recognize National Women Physicians Day, a time to celebrate the achievements, leadership, and impact of women physicians across the country. At Balboa Nephrology, we are proud to honor the remarkable women physicians who play a vital...
Today we proudly celebrate our Latino physicians who bring compassion, cultural understanding, and excellence in care to our patients every day. 💙 Balboa Nephrology honors their dedication on the 4th Annual National Latino Physician Day. When patients see...
This month, we are incredibly proud to shine a spotlight on Jona Sanchez, our remarkable Operations Specialist, whose professional journey perfectly embodies the spirit of hard work, dedication, and excellence that defines our organization.
Pride Month is a vital time to celebrate the diversity, strength, and ongoing pursuit of equality for the LGBTQ+ community. It honors the bravery and resilience of those who have championed LGBTQ+ rights.
At Balboa Nephrology, we celebrate the dedication of our inspiring team members.
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