Programs and research
Our experts are involved with special programs and services at UW Health. These programs focus on the unique needs of people with certain kidney issues. Experts from many backgrounds combine knowledge and experience to produce excellent results for our patients.
High blood pressure (hypertension) can be a cause of kidney disease. It can also be a complication of kidney disease. UW Health’s Advanced Hypertension Program treats people who have early or progressive kidney disease. Our providers work with other specialists to help keep your blood pressure in check.
Dialysis is a treatment that takes over some of the work of your kidneys. We have an inpatient dialysis unit at University Hospital and serve children through American Family Children’s Hospital. Outpatient dialysis is also offered in the Madison area through Fresenius Kidney Care.
A kidney transplant may be an option for those with chronic kidney disease or end-stage renal disease. We’ve done more than 10,000 kidney transplants and have one of the largest programs in the country. Our clinic offers complete care for people who have had transplants.
Those with lupus might develop a unique type of kidney disease called lupus nephritis. Our kidney specialists work closely with rheumatologists to provide care for this condition.
Some people have severe, long-term kidney pain. The best treatment can be a kidney autotransplant. This surgery involves taking out the kidney and ureter (the duct that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder) that are causing the problem. Surgeons relocate them to a different part of your body. The kidney continues to function and you typically get relief. We care for you through our specialty clinic.
Conditions and treatments
Your kidneys are best known for removing waste and extra water from your blood to make urine. But they also produce hormones. These hormones have important roles in bone health, blood pressure control and the production of red blood cells.
Our team evaluates, diagnoses and treats all kidney conditions and the medical complications that can result from them.
Acute kidney injury and failure
Advanced high blood pressure
Anemia related to kidney disease
Blood in the urine (hematuria)
Bone disease related to kidney disease
Chronic kidney disease
Chronic pyelonephritis
Diabetic nephropathy
End-stage renal disease
Fluid and electrolyte disorders
Glomerular disease
Glomerulonephritis
Hypertensive kidney disease
Protein in the urine (proteinuria)
Cannula placement through the skin using ultrasound guidance
Complete dialysis (hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis) care
Continuous renal replacement therapy, including citrate anticoagulation for people who are critically ill
Kidney transplantation
Needle biopsy of the kidney through the skin using real-time ultrasound guidance. Watch video
Locations
Locations
Our clinics and services operate from these locations:
Meet our team
Our kidney care team includes physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. There are some who work with children and some who work with adults. Transplant specialists are also on the team.
Patient support and services
These resources can help you learn more about kidney health and kidney treatments.
Learn more about the types of dialysis:
Learn more about specific types of kidney disease:
Learn more about kidney stones:
Learn more about kidney transplant:
