Nephrology

Care for both routine and complex kidney conditions

US News and World Report Badge - Nephrology Arkansas Children's team of kidney specialists (nephrologists) is the only team in the state with specialized training in pediatrics. Our pediatric nephrology team diagnoses and manages many different types of kidney diseases in all ages of children.

Some children are born with kidney diseases, which means waste and toxins can build up in the bloodstream and cause them to get sick. Kidney disease can be complicated, so we are committed to providing family-centered care to work closely with our patients and families to meet their unique needs.

Call 501-364-4000 to schedule an appointment.

Available Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 4:30 pm (CST)

You must have a referral from your child's doctor.

Conditions We Treat:

Acute kidney injury (AKI)
Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Congenital anomalies of the kidneys and urinary tract (CAKUT)
Glomerulonephritis (acute and chronic)
Hematuria (blood in the urine)
Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) in children
Hydronephrosis
Hypertension
Kidney stones
Nephrotic syndrome in children
Pediatric lupus
Polycystic kidney disease
Protein in urine (proteinuria)
Renal agenesis (solitary kidney)

Our Programs:

Combined complex nephrology/urology clinic (NU clinic)
Pediatric hypertension clinic
Kidney (nephrology) clinic
Kidney transplant program
End-Stage kidney disease care program (Dialysis)
Tuberous sclerosis clinic

Hospital Services

Only Programs in the State of Arkansas

The pediatric kidney transplant program at Arkansas Children’s is the only certified program in the state approved to perform kidney transplants in children. In operation since 1986, more than 200 patients have received a kidney transplant at Arkansas Children’s. We operate the only pediatric dialysis program in Arkansas, serving children throughout the state and from neighboring regions. Camp for kids - patients with chronic kidney diseases, on dialysis or following kidney transplantation can attend a summer camp at no charge. Families can relax knowing that Arkansas Children’s will be involved in their child’s care at Camp Aldersgate, the only summer medical camp of its kind in Arkansas. Our team includes specialists such as nurse educators, renal dietitian, transplant pharmacist and a renal social worker.