New Patient Information
New Patient Information
If you have recently been referred to a nephrologist, you may be feeling a sense of fear and anxiety. We completely understand that declining kidney health can be confusing or overwhelming. West Coast Kidney Institute will guide you through the kidney care process step-by-step.
We endeavor to customize the care that you receive around your specific health needs and treat each person with respect and compassion.
What to expect for your first visit at West Coast Kidney Institute:
- Patients are typically referred to Nephrology physicians by their primary care physician or another specialist physician. Our office staff will work closely with all your physicians to ensure that we have the most accurate information on your current medical condition, including the results of any recent medical tests.
- Your nephrologist physician will talk with you about your current medications, allergies, kidney health, past medical history, and any hospitalizations or surgeries. From there we will want to discuss any current symptoms that you may be experiencing that indicate kidney disease.
- Once we get to know you, your medical history, and understand what makes you unique, we may perform a brief physical exam. No procedures, tests or blood draws will happen within our clinics during your first visit—this appointment is simply diagnostic and a chance to build your future care plan.
- Your nephrologist physician will order any needed testing at this point to help identify what may be causing the change in your kidney function. Tests may include blood work, imaging, and other diagnostic tests.
