Learn to recognize the symptoms of kidney stones, from severe pain to changes in urination. Discover when to seek medical care and how Summit Health’s expert nephrologists can help with...

Dive into Summit Health nephrology with our guide. Learn about nephrology, common kidney diseases, diagnostic methods, and how Summit Health’s nephrologists can help maintain good kidney health.

The kidneys have several important jobs. The bean-shaped organs that come in a set clean our blood, filter waste, and get rid of excess fluid.

The kidneys are often thought of as the body’s waste disposal system. And for good reason—they filter toxins out of our blood, remove wastes, and turn excess fluid into urine...