Why Do Kidney Transplant Recipients Need Daily Blood Pressure Checks? August 28, 2024 By DNA Admin Daily blood pressure checks are a crucial part of the post-operative care for kidney transplant recipients, as hypertension is a common complication following transplantation. Studies indicate that 60 to 80% … Continued
Dr. Roberto Collazo Talks with Good Morning Texas About New Treatment Therapies in Kidney Disease Treatment August 21, 2024 By DNA Admin The development of new treatments for kidney disease is essential for improving patient outcomes and slowing disease progression, ultimately preventing kidney failure. In a recent interview with Good Morning Texas, … Continued
Dr. Richey Talks with Good Morning Texas About the Connection Between High Blood Pressure and Your Kidneys June 27, 2024 By DNA Admin Each May, health organizations highlight the importance of monitoring blood pressure, as hypertension stands as a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease. It’s alarming to note … Continued
What are the two types of kidney transplants? June 4, 2024 By DNA Admin A kidney transplant recipient can receive either a deceased donor kidney transplant or a living donor kidney transplant. A deceased donor is from someone who has died and made the … Continued
Why should I hold Tacrolimus prior to getting my labs drawn? June 4, 2024 By DNA Admin The majority of kidney transplant patients are on Tacrolimus, a drug that is effective in preventing kidney transplant rejection. The drug requires close monitoring to avoid increased risks of kidney … Continued
Patient Newsletter April/May 2024 April 29, 2024 By DNA Admin The Role of Nutrition and Diet in Chronic Kidney Disease The Impact of Diet on Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) We all know that what we eat affects our health. Food … Continued
Patient Newsletter January/February 2024 February 7, 2024 By DNA Admin Chronic Kidney Disease and New Year’s Resolutions With the New Year comes New Year’s Resolutions Many people want better health and a better life. However, most people give up on … Continued
Dallas Nephrology Associates Celebrates 14 Physicians Recognized as D Magazine’s Best Doctors in Dallas County for 2023 December 13, 2023 By DNA Admin Dallas Nephrology Associates (DNA) is proud to announce that fourteen of its physicians have been named to D Magazine’s Best Doctors in Dallas County for 2023. This prestigious recognition reflects … Continued
Nine Dallas Nephrology Associates Doctors Named 2023 Texas Super Doctors® December 6, 2023 By DNA Admin Nine Dallas Nephrology Associates (DNA) physicians have been recognized as 2023 Texas Super Doctors® by their peers in the December issue of Texas Monthly. This prestigious honor is bestowed upon … Continued