April is National Donate Life Month, a time to celebrate the incredible gift of organ donation and the lives it saves. At Balboa Nephrology, we're dedicated to raising awareness about this critical cause, especially for kidney disease patients who often rely on...
This February, we celebrate the incredible Black pioneers who have paved the way in medicine. These individuals broke barriers, defied discrimination, and made lasting contributions to our health and well-being. Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, born Rebecca Davis, was an...
We were fortunate enough to have amazing people share their kidney journey stories to educate people about the importance of donation, kidney care, and transplantation. What this video and be inspired. Share your story with us to possibly help others who are also...
Check out Kidney Conversations with ReMend on World Kidney Day, March 9th, for an informative webinar featuring a diverse panel of kidney experts. We'll discuss the top 3 things industry professionals want kidney patients to know to help empower them to make...
When you have a quiet moment, please read the USA Today article about Bonnie Raitt's Grammy Award Winning, Song of the Year spotlighting organ donation. Please also click this link to read the beautiful response given by Bonnie Raitt for the outpouring of emotional...
Today - Thursday, February 9th is #NationalPizzaDay. That may not be exciting to someone on a renal diet - but don't let it stop you from joining in and having a slice! We've found a great kidney-friendly version from the Kidney Kitchen Community you can try!...
National Women Physicians Day (Feb. 3) marks the birthday of Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States in 1849. At Balboa Nephrology, we salute our women physician trailblazers and celebrate all the women in medicine...
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...
People who have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, living on dialysis or those who are immunosuppressed must continue to be vigilant about staying safe from not only COVID but the flu. We've found helpful information from the American Association of...
In some households, pizza is a family occasion and planned as a weekly treat. This doesn't have to change if you have CKD or ESRD! Its all about portion control and of course...the right recipe. Here's a fantastic, low-sodium pizza dough recipe from our friends...
