The St. Louis Kidney specialists at Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital offer patients a comprehensive range of services focused on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of kidney-related health conditions.
Their approach is patient-centric, ensuring that each individual receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs. Listed here is an outline of the specialized services they provide.
Evaluation and Management of Kidney Related Diseases
Our staff are equipped to handle a variety of kidney diseases with precision and care.
Services include:
- Acute Kidney Failure
Prompt assessment and intervention to manage sudden loss of kidney function. - Chronic Kidney Disease
Ongoing care and monitoring for progressive kidney function decline. - Acute and Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Addressing inflammation of the kidney's filtering units. - Diabetic Kidney Disease
Specialized care for kidney complications arising from diabetes. - Kidney Stones
Medical management and advice for preventing stone recurrence. - Proteinuria
Evaluation and management of proteinuria. - Cystic Kidney Disease
Management of cystic disorders such as polycystic kidney disease.
Evaluation and Treatment of Secondary Conditions
Kidney diseases can lead to various secondary health issues, which they are fully equipped and ready to manage:
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Blood pressure control to prevent further kidney damage. - Anemia Associated with Kidney Disease
Treatment to address a common complication of kidney disease. - Electrolyte Disorders
Balancing the body's electrolytes critical for function. - Metabolic Acid-Base Disorders
Correction of imbalances in the body's pH levels.
Supervision and Management of Dialysis Treatments
They offer extensive support for patients requiring dialysis, including:
- Hemodialysis Treatments
Blood filtering process to manage kidney failure. - Home Hemodialysis Treatments
Training and support for patients opting for at-home hemodialysis. - Peritoneal Dialysis Treatments
Training and support for patients opting for at-home peritoneal dialysis. - Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
Blood filtering process to manage kidney failure in unstable ICU patients.
Collaborative Care Post Kidney Transplant
- Follow-up care in conjunction with a Transplant Nephrologist
Collaborative post-transplant care to promote long-term health and graft function.
Specialized Bone Health Management
- Diagnosis and Management of Renal Osteodystrophy (Kidney-Related Bone Disease)
Addressing bone disorders that arise due to kidney disease.
Management of Complex Therapies
- Evaluation and Management of Patients Requiring Plasmapheresis
Providing blood-filtering treatment when necessary for kidney and related diseases.
Risk Management for Kidney Health
- Risk Factor Evaluation and Management of Disorders Related to Kidney Disease
Identifying and addressing factors that may pose a risk to kidney health.
Request an Appointment
To request an appointment at any of our five locations, call our main office at (314) 548-0265. For urgent assistance after hours, please call (314) 388-6228.
St. Louis Kidney charges a $40 fee for missed appointments or cancellations without at least a 24-hour notice.
New Patient Forms
Prior to your first appointment, please complete the forms included in the New Patient Packet. Remember to bring these with you on the day of your first appointment.
Planning Your Visit
Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment time and remember to bring the following items:
- Insurance cards
- A list of current medications
- A photo ID
- A completed New Patient Packet
