Jesse Uyeda, MD Salman Khan, MD Robert B. Leggington, MD Sibtain H. Ali, MD Bilal Moukaddem, MD Aashish Pandya, MD Camilo Barcenas, MD FACP Henry Muniz, MD FACP Vijay Koka, MBBS Whitson Etheridge, MD Sarah Shearer, MD June Yao, MD, Ph.D Eric J. Faust, MD Katherine Timmins, MD   Jennifer L. Finch, MD Tahir Hafeez, MD, B.A., B.S.

What can I expect at my first appointment?

You will meet with your nephrologists to discuss your history and current medical conditions that may be contributing to your kidney disease. Further tests may be requested at this time to provide additional information for your diagnosis and treatment.

What do I need to bring with me to my first appointment?

It is important for you to bring the following items to your first appointment:

• insurance card
• photo ID
• medications or medication list including dosage, frequency and milligrams
  
• new patient paperwork

Why do I perform lab work prior to each visit?

You will be asked to perform lab work prior to each visit in order for the nephrologists to be able to tell you how your kidneys are functioning at the time of your visit. It is also imperative to have this information to further evaluate and treat your kidney disease.

Why can I not see the same physician every time?

Our nephrologists cover a large area of Houston including ____ dialysis units, ___ hospitals, and 7 clinics. Our physicians are responsible members for the teaching services, renal services, and heart and renal transplant program. They are also actively involved with the Texas Heart Institute at St. Luke’s Hospital which provides them the opportunity to bring this knowledge and experience to the out-lying community.

Why do I need to bring my medication list to each visit?

It is important for you to bring your medications or medication list to each visit in order for the nephrologists to adjust your medications as needed based on your evaluation.