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Kidney Health

At Ochsner LSU Health, we're dedicated to fostering your kidney health. Our skilled experts are adept in managing kidney stones and kidney cancer, ensuring you get the care you need in a timely manner.

Kidney cancer, or renal cell carcinoma, affects many people each year. Often, it's detected during imaging for other issues and may not cause any noticeable symptoms. Risk factors such as smoking, diabetes, or obesity can increase your susceptibility to kidney diseases, stressing the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

We utilize advanced imaging for evaluating kidney tumors, employing careful surveillance for small ones. If a tumor grows, we step in with multiple treatment options. Our arsenal includes ablation, which uses thermal energy to eliminate cancer cells, and surgery - either removing only the tumor or the entire kidney in some cases. The choice depends on the specifics of each case, and our seasoned surgeons provide personalized guidance throughout.

We offer swift service for diagnosing and treating kidney stones, aiming to have you back to your regular routine rapidly. Most stones can form due to low urine volume or certain dietary factors, and it's essential to maintain sufficient fluid intake and a balanced diet. Our treatment methods include medication for smaller stones, shock wave therapy, or specialized surgical procedures for larger ones.

Trust your kidney health with us at Ochsner LSU Health, where our dedication is your wellness.

Kidney cancer, or renal cell carcinoma, affects many people each year. Often, it's detected during imaging for other issues and may not cause any noticeable symptoms. Risk factors such as smoking, diabetes, or obesity can increase your susceptibility to kidney diseases, stressing the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

We utilize advanced imaging for evaluating kidney tumors, employing careful surveillance for small ones. If a tumor grows, we step in with multiple treatment options. Our arsenal includes ablation, which uses thermal energy to eliminate cancer cells, and surgery - either removing only the tumor or the entire kidney in some cases. The choice depends on the specifics of each case, and our seasoned surgeons provide personalized guidance throughout.

We offer swift service for diagnosing and treating kidney stones, aiming to have you back to your regular routine rapidly. Most stones can form due to low urine volume or certain dietary factors, and it's essential to maintain sufficient fluid intake and a balanced diet. Our treatment methods include medication for smaller stones, shock wave therapy, or specialized surgical procedures for larger ones.

Trust your kidney health with us at Ochsner LSU Health, where our dedication is your wellness.

Kidney Stones

Dr. Thomas Palmer discusses Kidney Stones on KTBS.

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David Price, MD, MD

Urology
Ochsner LSU Health - Regional Urology

Ashley Baker, MD, MD

Urology
Ochsner LSU Health - Regional Urology

Nazih Khater, MD, MD

Urology
Ochsner LSU Health - Ambulatory Care Center