Summer is just around the corner, making it the ideal time to practice self-care outside! Individuals on dialysis who have chronic kidney disease should engage in exercises that are both safe and effective for their condition. 1. Walking: Walking is a great...
Balboa Nephrology Provider Dr. Joseph Hebreo discusses the possible symptoms of kidney disease and how people may be able to slow its progression. Learn more by clicking here. Watch this short video and others on the Balboa Nephrology YouTube...
As part of the Balboa Nephrology Educational Video series, Dr. Juan Calderon-Molina at our National City location explains the fascinating job our kidneys perform. Watch the video by clicking here. To watch all of the videos in the series on the Balboa Nephrology...
Balboa Nephrology continues to focus on the importance of patient education in kidney care - including this video with Dr. Bijal Patel, President of Balboa Nephrology highlighting innovation in transplantation. Check out more kidney care videos on Balboa...
National Donate Life Month, observed each April, raises awareness about organ donation, encourages people to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors, and honors those who have saved lives through the gift of donation. Our friends at ReMend will open the...
In this video in honor of National Donate Life Month, Dr. Bijal Patel, President - Balboa Nephrology discusses how living donation can help a patient avoid being on dialysis or minimize the time being on dialysis. Watch the video by clicking...
Many people are unaware of what their kidneys do until they develop kidney disease. So, it's important to educate ourselves about the basics of kidney care. Here's some succinct information about the vital role kidneys play in keeping you healthy featuring Balboa...
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is known as a "silent disease". Proper kidney education is critical because we, as individuals, should know what questions to ask our primary care physicians. Check out this video on the different stages of CKD from Dr. Mohammed Neyaz,...
Today is World Kidney Day, which aims to raise awareness about kidney disease prevention, risk factors, and coping strategies. Balboa Nephrology's mission is to be a model of exceptional care for people with kidney disease, their families, and communities. We are...
When you've been diagnosed with kidney disease or any challenging situation, it can help to know you're not alone. There have been people who have walked in your shoes and it can be helpful to hear about their experiences. This is why we're continuing with the...
