Paediatric Nephrology
A paediatric nephrologist specialises in diagnosing and treating kidney problems in children. They manage conditions like kidney disease and urinary tract disorders to support healthy kidney function and overall well-being.
Common conditions managed by a Paediatric Nephrologist:
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Nephrotic Syndrome
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Glomerulone-phritis
Congenital Kidney Abnormalities
Hypertension
Kidney Stones
1800 54 37 37Related Specialists
Related Services
Management of day and night-time wetting
Investigations and management of blood or protein in the urine
Monitoring of high blood pressure in children
Monitoring and treatment of electrolyte imbalances
Guidance on nutrition and hydration for kidney health
Genetic counselling for inherited kidney disorders
Resources
Kidney Health Australia Factsheets
Kidshealth.org
Continence Foundation of Australia Fact Sheets
Nephrotic syndrome (RCH)
Royal Children’s Hospital ‘Kids Health Info’
614 Glenferrie Rd Hawthorn
t: 1800 KIDS DR (5437 37)
reception@offspringhealth.com
Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00 / Sat 09:00-15:00 
