Nephrology (Hypertention, Renal and Urologic Diseases)

The department of pediatric nephrology at Dayton Children's provides comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for infants, children and adolescents with disorders of the kidney, fluid and electrolyte imbalances.

We offer specialized procedures for renal replacement therapy including hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and hemofiltration/hemodiafiltration (CAVH/CVVH) for acute patients and state-of-the art blood pressure monitoring. We work closely with urologic and pediatric surgeons to provide comprehensive management of patients.

Conditions We Treat

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Urinary tract infections and disorders
Hematuria (blood in urine)
Proteinuria (protein in urine)
Nephrotic syndrome
Glomerulonephritis
Urolithiasis
Hypercalciuria
Voiding disorders
Enuresis (bedwetting)
Acute renal failure
Chronic renal failure
End stage renal disease
Kidney transplantation
Fluid and electrolyte imbalances
Renal tubular disorders
Metabolic bone disease
Disorders of mineral metabolism
Familial renal disorders
Syndromes with renal involvement

Services We Offer

Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
Kidney biopsy
Dialysis - inpatient only
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Hemodialysis
- Continuous venovenous hemofiltration
- Charcoal hemoperfusion
Voiding dysfunction monitoring with URO dynamic testing
Home intravenous therapy
Medication infusions
Nutritional support
Parent and caregiver education and support

Meet Our Team

Medical Director: Leonardo Canessa, MD

Abiodun Omoloja, MD

Tamara Brockman, CPNP

Clinics

Pediatric Nephrology - Dayton Children's
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Specialty Clinics -- Lima
First Wednesday

Specialty Care Center - Warren County
Fourth Wednesday

Pediatric Nephrology Resource Center

More than 50 articles on conditions, treatments and nutrition. Articles are available as PDFs.

Appointments

Appointments are made by referral only from a physician.

937-641-3304

Locations

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