Nephrology
Kidneys
You may have been told that your child has a problem with a kidney, or that he or she needs additional care from a specialist in children’s kidney disorders.
A pediatric nephrologist is a doctor who specializes in kidney disorders in babies, children and adolescents. Unlike adults, children are still growing, so it’s important to see someone with special training and expertise in pediatric kidney and urinary problems. University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital is home to the most comprehensive kidney treatment program in the state, including the only Pediatric Dialysis Center, which opened in September, 2010.
Our service offers evaluation and management of kidney disorders, including:
- Abnormalities of the bladder and kidneys
- Prenatal kidney counseling
- Genetic disease
- High blood pressure
- Kidney stones
- Glomerulonephritis (inflammation), including lupus
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Blood or protein in the urine
- Bladder or kidney infections
- Rare kidney diseases (atypical HUS and dense deposit disease)
- Acute kidney injury
- Chronic kidney disease
Our services include:
- Kidney dialysis
- Hemodialysis: The process of circulating blood through an artificial kidney to remove extra fluid and filter waster products.
- Peritoneal dialysis: A form of dialysis in which a special fluid is passed in and out of the abdomen to remove extra fluid and filter waste products
- Kidney transplant
- Kidney biopsy
- Prenatal consultation for kidney or bladder abnormalities
- Electrolyte (salts)/fluid management
UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital offers both inpatient and outpatient pediatric dialysis services, including center or home hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. The Pediatric Dialysis Center is designed to meet the needs of children of all ages.
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Patient Stories
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Andrew Morlan
When Andrew and his twin brother, Isaac, were born, it was discovered that Andrew was in kidney failure. He was rushed to University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital where it was determined that he would need a kidney transplant. After 2 months in the neonatal intensive care unit, Andrew went home on dialysis, and at 14 months old, he received a kidney from his mother.Read more -
Parent Blog: Megan Herrig
"The staff treated our twin girls and the rest of our family with compassion. We were always informed of what was going on with our girls’ care." – Megan Read more -
Parent Blog: Hannah Kooi
"We received wonderful care from all of our doctors and nurses. There is nowhere else we would have wanted to deliver and have Colt cared for." – Hannah Read more -
Parent Blog: Tara Von Ahsen
“They see you at your most vulnerable moments, when you’re crying, scared, nervous, AND happy. They don’t HAVE to, but they go above and beyond to show they care.” Tara’s son Nolan was born with Bardet-Biedl Syndrome, a rare genetic syndrome. Read more -
Parent Blog: Amanda McMillin
"Due to severe oligohydramnios – a deficiency in amniotic fluid – and fetal kidney abnormalities, specialists at other hospitals had informed us that she was unlikely to survive to her birth and, if born alive, that there was an even smaller possibility that she would live more than minutes to hours." – Amanda McMillin Read more
Locations and Contact
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In House Directions: UI Stead Family Children's Hospital public elevator, Level 2UI Stead Family Children's Hospital
2400 Colloton Pavilion
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, Iowa 52242Hours
- Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Contact
- 1-855-543-2884 (855 KID AT UI)
- 1-319-356-1616 (Emergency)
