Nephrologists in Sanford, NC
Kidney specialists, from early kidney disease through dialysis planning.
12 providers in Sanford
Finding a nephrologist in Sanford, NC
Sanford is the Lee County seat and the medical center of gravity for a stretch that pulls in patients from Lee, Harnett, and Chatham counties. Central Carolina Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, anchors the inpatient and specialty side; UNC Health and Cape Fear Valley have a growing outpatient presence here as well.
What does a nephrologist do?
Nephrologists are physicians who care for the kidneys: chronic kidney disease, kidney effects of diabetes and high blood pressure, blood pressure that stays high despite treatment, kidney stones that keep recurring, protein or blood in the urine, and electrolyte problems. When kidney function declines far enough, they plan and manage dialysis and coordinate transplant evaluation.
Most people arrive by referral: a primary-care provider notices abnormal kidney labs or hard-to-control blood pressure and sends you for specialty evaluation. Much of nephrology is long-game medicine, protecting kidney function over years, which makes the ongoing relationship matter.
When to see one, and how to choose
A referral to nephrology doesn't mean dialysis is coming; it usually means your kidneys deserve specialist attention early, when protecting them matters most. The practical checks are the standard three, shown on every ProviderQuoHealth profile: credentials, in-network with your insurance, and accepting new patients. If your care runs through the military health system, the guides below cover how specialty referrals work; veterans can also be seen through the veterans health system, including community care.
Nephrology visits are planned care, not emergency care. For symptoms like being unable to urinate, severe one-sided back pain with fever, or sudden severe swelling with trouble breathing, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Don't search a directory.
Nephrologists in Sanford, NC
Listings built from the public NPPES registry, refreshed May 2026.
Victor David Kim, MD
Victor David Kim, MD, is a nephrologist based in Sanford, NC. He provides specialized care focused on kidney health and related conditions. To learn more or schedule an appointment, please contact his office directly.
Thomas Caldwell Phillips, MD
Thomas Caldwell Phillips, MD, is a nephrologist serving patients in Sanford, NC. He specializes in kidney health and related disorders. Dr. Phillips is available to help manage your nephrology care.
Sanford Nephrology Clinic PA — Nephrology
Sanford Nephrology Clinic PA is a nephrology practice located in Sanford, NC. The clinic provides specialized care in kidney health and related conditions for patients in the area.
Saad Mohammed Shariff, MD
Saad Mohammed Shariff, MD, is a nephrologist serving the Sanford, NC area. He specializes in kidney health and related conditions. Dr. Shariff is committed to providing comprehensive nephrology care to his patients.
Manish Kanti Saha, md
Manish Kanti Saha, MD, is a nephrologist practicing in Sanford, NC. He specializes in kidney health and related conditions. Dr. Saha is available to help patients with their nephrology needs.
Koyal Jain, MD
Koyal Jain, MD, is a nephrologist practicing in Sanford, NC. Dr. Jain specializes in kidney health and related conditions. Patients can contact the office to learn more about services offered.
James Leroy Deterding, MD
James Leroy Deterding, MD, is a nephrologist in Sanford, NC. He specializes in kidney health and related conditions. Dr. Deterding is available to help patients manage their nephrology care needs.
Emily H Chang, MD
Emily H Chang, MD, is a nephrologist practicing in Sanford, NC. She provides care for patients with kidney-related conditions and offers nephrology services to her community.
Dhruti Patel Chen, MD
Dhruti Patel Chen, MD, is a nephrologist serving the Sanford, NC area. She specializes in kidney health and related conditions. Dr. Patel Chen is available to discuss your nephrology needs.
Cynthia J Denu-Ciocca, md
Cynthia J Denu-Ciocca, MD, is a nephrologist providing care in Sanford, NC. She specializes in kidney health and related conditions.
Central Carolina Nephrology Services — Nephrology
Central Carolina Nephrology Services provides nephrology care in Sanford, NC. The practice focuses on kidney health and related conditions for patients in the central Carolina region.
Amy Katherine Mottl, MD
Amy Katherine Mottl, MD, is a nephrologist based in Sanford, NC. She specializes in kidney disease and related conditions. Dr. Mottl is available to help patients with their nephrology care needs.
Frequently asked
How many nephrologists are listed in Sanford, NC?
Our directory currently lists 12 nephrologists in Sanford, NC. This count updates as new providers are approved, so the number reflects current inventory rather than a static snapshot.
Why did my doctor refer me to a nephrologist?
Common reasons include abnormal kidney lab results, protein or blood in the urine, blood pressure that stays high on treatment, recurring kidney stones, or diabetes affecting the kidneys. Early referral is about protecting kidney function; it does not mean dialysis is imminent. A clinician will explain what your results mean.
What's the difference between a nephrologist and a urologist?
Nephrologists manage kidney function and kidney disease medically. Urologists are surgeons who treat structural problems of the kidneys and urinary tract, such as stones that need removal. The two often work together, and both appear in this directory.
Which symptoms need urgent care instead of an appointment?
Being unable to urinate, severe one-sided back pain with fever, or sudden severe swelling with trouble breathing. For those, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Don't search a directory.
Using TRICARE near Fort Bragg?
Our guides cover finding civilian nephrologists and other providers who accept TRICARE in the Sanford-area area, referrals, and setting up your PCM after a PCS.
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