DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 73-year-old female. A recent blood test returned an eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate) of 59. My physician’s nurse told me that the test was normal. When I asked her ...

For individuals with high blood pressure or diabetes, regular health check-ups are essential for early detection of kidney problems.

Dennis Moledina encountered a common problem during his training in nephrology, the specialty dedicated to kidney health.

Older adults with multiple chronic conditions may face a high risk of kidney function decline, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. In the study, ...