Ratnaja Katneni MD

Glomerulonephritis: When the body starts attacking itself--Autoimmune Kidney diseases

Glomerulonephritis--a mouthful of words and what it means While seeing a kidney doctor may be daunting in itself, hearing a bunch of incomprehensible words is even more scarier. Relatively rare class of kidney diseases called glomerulonephritis (GN) is one of those diseases.

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Hyponatremia
What is hyponatremia ?

Hyponatremia--what is it ? One of the common conditions that kidney doctors treat is a condition known as hyponatremia or low sodium levels.

Newport Beach Kidney Doctor
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Medications and kidney health

Can medications be used to reverse kidney failure? I recently came across a patient who was taking a medication he got from Mexico claiming that it would reverse his kidney disease and avoid dialysis.

Over the counter medications and kidney health

Over the counter medications and kidneys There are medications that are readily available over the counter that can cause kidney failure and over long term chronic kidney disease.

Kidney stones

Kidney stones It is hard to forget how excruciatingly painful kidney stone pain can be. Those who have experienced a full blown renal colic or kidney stone related pain have described it as similar to child birth.

Medicines that can cause kidney damage

Over the counter medications and kidney disease There are many over the counter medications that can adversely affect kidney function. The most important class or type of medications to discuss today are non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs.

High blood pressure and kidneys

Hypertension or high blood pressure--why is it so important? Kidneys are one of the regulatory organs for blood pressure in addition to your heart. Kidneys secrete hormones that regulate tight blood pressure control. High blood pressure or hypertension is a condition where pressur...

High blood pressure or hypertension

Hypertension or high blood pressure--why is it so important? Kidneys are one of the regulatory organs for blood pressure in addition to your heart. Kidneys secrete hormones that regulate tight blood pressure control. High blood pressure or hypertension is a condition where pressur...

Diabetes and kidney disease

Diabetes, diet and kidney disease Diabetes is the most common cause of kidney disease in the United States and the world. As per CDC report 2020, diabetes is a condition that affects about 10.5% of the US population or approximately 34 million adults an...

Kidneys and heart interplay--cardiorenal syndrome--the see saw effect of diuretics, and congestive heart failure

Kidneys and heart interplay--congestive heart failure Kidneys are filtering organs in the body and keep the body in balance by regulating fluids, electrolytes, and acid base balance. Often times, kidney disease coexists with heart failure or congestive heart failure. Conge...

Welcome to Newport Beach Kidney Care! We are now open in Newport Beach, accepting new patients and new patient referrals! It has been a journey in learning over the last 21 years of medicine. I am deeply grateful to my patients and their families who have entrusted me with their care.

Kidney failure--what it means

What is acute kidney injury v. chronic kidney disease Acute kidney injury is as the name implies acute or sudden worsening in your kidney function. Normal creatinine for males is 0.7 to 1.2 mg/dL and is variable based on age, muscle mass, and hydration. Normal creatinine ...

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Meet Our Doctor

Start caring for your kidneys through early detection of kidney problems

Kidney disease is seen in patients with chronic medical conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. It is important to detect kidney disease early on to prevent progression of chronic kidney disease. Call us today for your appointment 949-490-4044

Welcome to my practice in Newport Beach, CA! This is the year I decided to start my own private practice in Newport Beach. As a resident of this beautiful community, it is a privilege and an honor to serve you all!

Chronic kidney disease, hypertension, fluid electrolyte, acid base balance, edema, dialysis, kidney transplantation, evaluation and treatments in Newport Beach, California. We provide timely referrals and limit our daily appointments so you get the care and attention you deserve.

Ratnaja Katneni MD Newport Beach Kidney Doctor Newport Beach Kidney Doctor specializing in providing dialysis, kidney disease management, high blood pressure, kidney transplant care, electrolyte imbalance. Hoag hospital affiliated kidney doctor

Chronic kidney disease, hypertension, fluid electrolyte imbalance, kidney transplant and dialysis treatments in Newport Beach, California. Concierge level care, same day appointments, we limit our appointments daily so you get the time and attention you deserve. Call us today for your consultation at 949-490-4044.

Ratnaja Katneni MD Newport Beach Kidney Doctor Newport Beach Kidney Doctor specializing in providing dialysis, kidney disease management, high blood pressure, kidney transplant care, electrolyte imbalance. Hoag hospital affiliated kidney doctor

Dear visitors,
Welcome to my practice! Now open in Newport Beach, California and accepting new patients!

Ratnaja Katneni MD Newport Beach Kidney Doctor Newport Beach Kidney Doctor specializing in providing dialysis, kidney disease management, high blood pressure, kidney transplant care, electrolyte imbalance. Hoag hospital affiliated kidney doctor