Pediatric Nephrology
Advanced care and support for children with kidney conditions
Rare Disease Care
We care for children with rare, complex kidney diseases, offering advanced testing and expert treatment, including transplant
Pediatric Stone Center
With the only Pediatric Comprehensive Stone Center in North Texas, Children’s Health is dedicated to complete kidney care
Patient Testimonial
“They are like family to us. As soon as we walk through the door and start seeing all the familiar faces, it helps ease our minds and puts a smile on Jireh’s face.”
nationally ranked care, close to home
Caring providers dedicated to pediatric kidney health
Patient Stories
Nina's story: Tapping into strength she never knew she had
When Nina fell critically ill two weeks into her senior year of high school, she had no idea how much she’d have to give up, including many of the foods she enjoyed.
Resources
Support and helpful tools for your family
From preparing for your child’s visit to accessing health insurance information, these resources help families navigate every aspect of their child's care at Children's Health.
Conditions We Treat
Pediatric acid-base and electrolyte disorders
Pediatric acute glomerulonephritis
Pediatric acute kidney injury
Congenital kidney abnormalities
Pediatric hematuria (blood in urine)
Pediatric high blood pressure (hypertension)
Pediatric hydronephrosis
Pediatric cystinuria (inherited kidney stone disorder)
Pediatric nephrolithiasis (kidney and ureteral stones)
Pediatric nephrotic syndrome
Pediatric proteinuria (excess protein in urine)
Pediatric urinary tract infection (UTI)
Pediatric vesicoureteral reflux (VUR)
Pediatric chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Pediatric glomerular filtration disorders
Pediatric hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS)
Pediatric kidney failure
Pediatric kidney tumors
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) in children
Pediatric obstructive uropathy
Pediatric glomerulopathy
Pediatric focal segmental glomerulosclerosis
Pediatric Berger's disease (IgA nephropathy)
Pediatric amyloidosis
Pediatric Alport syndrome
Multicystic dysplastic kidney in children (MCDK)
Pediatric duplex kidney (duplicated collecting system)
Pediatric Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension)
Pediatric recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI)
Pediatric horseshoe kidney (renal fusion)
Pediatric hypercalcemia
More Details
With comprehensive treatment options, NIH-funded research, a Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship Program and specialty care provided by UT Southwestern Pediatric Group physicians, the nephrology program at Children’s Health℠ is the largest in North Texas.
The Nephrology Department at Children’s Health has been ranked among the top pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report for providing expert kidney care.
As the largest pediatric nephrology clinic in North Texas and one of the biggest in the United States, we’re dedicated to providing comprehensive kidney care that addresses all aspects of your child's growth and well-being. A full team of experts are on hand to support children and families as they battle childhood kidney disease.
When you bring your child to us for kidney-related treatment, you can be sure that the experts caring for them are among the best in the country.
If your child has renal failure, you’ll feel better knowing that you’re backed by a team of pediatric kidney disease specialists who are trained to diagnose and treat childhood kidney disease. We are among the top pediatric hospital nephrology departments in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report.
At Children’s Health, we want to make children’s lives better. Our nephrology department staff and the team who work on helping to diagnose kidney disease and renal failure are experienced in treating childhood kidney disease. Most of all, we are here to support you and your child.