Balboa Nephrology is proud to support programs that help patients and families feel more informed, connected, and supported throughout the kidney journey. ReMend’s next Online Support Community will take place this Thursday, July 16 at 5 PM PT, hosted by ReMend...
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...
Today is World Kidney Day, a global awareness campaign focused on the importance of kidney health and the need for prevention, early detection, and timely care. Observed each year on the second Thursday of March, World Kidney Day brings together healthcare...
Halloween can still be sweet — even when you’re watching your kidney health!
In the healthcare setting, sympathy is a natural human response to another’s suffering. However, at Balboa Nephrology, we strive for something deeper: empathy. We believe that truly understanding our patients’ experiences is fundamental to providing the...
People mention “renal” health and the field of “nephrology” and wonder if these mean the same thing.
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.
