Your kidneys filter your blood all day, every day, and they rarely complain when something goes wrong. Chronic kidney disease affects about 1 in 7 American adults, and most of them do not know it.
Who Should Be Screened
- People with diabetes or high blood pressure, the two most common causes
- Anyone with heart disease or a family history of kidney disease
- Adults over 60
- People who regularly take medications that can affect the kidneys, such as some pain relievers
Two Simple Tests
- A blood test (eGFR) that estimates how well your kidneys are filtering
- A urine test (albumin-to-creatinine ratio) that checks for protein leaking into the urine, often the earliest sign of damage
Why Early Detection Helps
When kidney disease is found early, steps like good blood pressure and blood sugar control, adjusting medications and choosing kidney-safe pain relief can slow it down. We also coordinate with nephrology when specialist care is needed. Learn about our chronic disease management.
Become a Member
Living with diabetes or high blood pressure? Concierge Internal Medicine Associates keeps a limited number of memberships so every member has time with their physician and direct access when something comes up. Call (561) 295-5024 to schedule a meet-and-greet, or learn more about concierge membership.
