[Medical Subjects]
Abnormal urinalysis, proteinuria, hematuria, kidney biopsy, glomerulonephritis, diabetic nephropathy, acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, end-stage renal failure, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, electrolyte disorders, urinary tract infection, pyelonephritis

Welcome to the Department of Nephrology at Gwangju Veterans Hospital.

The Department of Nephrology provides specialized treatment for primary kidney diseases (glomerulonephritis, indicated by abnormal urinalysis) and kidney diseases resulting from secondary effects of systemic conditions (hypertensive and diabetic nephropathy, autoimmune diseases).

In addition, the Department of Nephrology operates an artificial kidney center for the treatment of acute/chronic renal failure. Management and education for renal failure patients are provided, including hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, lifestyle modification, dietary education, and long-term treatment planning consultation.

※ Please note that consultation schedules may change due to academic conferences or business trips. Please contact Admissions Department 2 to confirm before visiting.