Nephrology

Your kidneys play a critical role in your overall health as they filter waste, toxins, and excess fluids from your blood. They help to control blood pressure and keep your bones healthy. Having any condition that decreases kidney function can lead to chronic kidney disease or kidney failure.

Kidney diseases are a leading cause of death in the United States. More than 1 in 7 U.S. adults may have chronic kidney disease and as many as 9 out of 10 don’t know they have it.

NRMC Nephrology department specializes in the management of acute and chronic kidney disease and disorders of the kidneys. Our independent physicians have extensive experience in the diagnosis, treatment and management of kidney-related conditions. As nephrologists, they are committed to providing personalized, evidence-based care for patients with kidney diseases, high blood pressure, and complex electrolyte disorders. They work closely with primary care physicians, cardiologists, endocrinologists and other health professionals to ensure the best outcomes. Their goal is to optimize patients’ kidney function and overall health.

 

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  Dr. Alfred Ajise

  655 Bienville Circle

  Natchitoches, LA 71457

  318.238.3820

   

  Medical School: University College of Health, Nigeria

  Internship: Lagos St. University, Nigeria

  Residency: Mt. Sinai Queens Hospital New York

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  Dr. Carter Schwartz

  617A Bienville Street

  Natchitoches, LA 71457

  318.238.4604

   

  Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine , Bradenton, FL

  Residency: Oklahoma State University Medical Center, Tulsa, OK

  Fellowship: University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS

  Board Certified: Internal Medicine and Nephrology