Why Choose Stanford Health Care?
Kidney and Bladder Stone Care at Stanford Health Care
As you and your family prepare for your first visit to Stanford Health Care, you’ll likely have many questions about your journey with us.
As recognized leaders in urology, we offer first-class care. Our compassionate team guides you through treatment, offering the most advanced therapies available today. We offer resources to assist you and are here to help you and your family every step of the way.
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Your Circle of Care
A kidney or bladder stone diagnosis can disrupt your life. We are here to guide you through every challenge using our Circle of Care approach. You have a team supporting you and placing your needs at the center of every decision. Our multispecialty team works together to tailor treatments to your needs. Depending on your condition, you will be cared for by our urologists, nephrologists, and advanced practice providers. Together, we prioritize your overall health and give you renewed hope for a better quality of life.
Access That Empowers
We strive to make access to care as simple as possible. We have a network of convenient locations across the Bay Area. User-friendly virtual health tools and video appointments help you stay connected with your care team from home.
We accept most insurance plans and offer discounted transportation, short-stay options, and translation services. We help make sense of the details, so you can get the care you deserve.
Innovation Through Research
As a leading academic and research institution, we are always striving to find new techniques and apply the latest and best technology to your treatment. Specialists at Stanford Health Care Urology work with each other and with teams across the nation to spark groundbreaking research. Some of our current research projects are helping our doctors understand why and how stones develop, and how to improve treatment and patient outcomes.
Your Kidney and Bladder Stone Care Team
Each patient's experience is unique, which is why we provide you with individualized care. Our doctors, nurses, technicians, and staff are here to support you throughout your journey with treatment plans tailored to your needs.
Your Doctors and Providers
Urologists are doctors who specialize in conditions of the male and female urinary tract and male reproductive system. They provide comprehensive care, including minimally invasive and open surgery.
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Nephrologists are experts in the complex functions of the kidneys. They diagnose, treat, and manage kidney diseases, connect you to helpful resources, and coordinate care with other doctors as needed.
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Our skilled physician assistants and nurse practitioners specialize in diagnosing and treating kidney and bladder stones. They see patients independently and occasionally alongside your provider. Advanced practice providers can give you a thorough exam, write prescriptions, and help prevent or treat issues.
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A radiologist specializes in imaging technologies, including X-ray, ultrasound, CT, and MRI. These doctors interpret imaging results to detect, diagnose, and treat a wide range of conditions.
Interventional radiologists have advanced training in imaging techniques. They use these images in real-time to guide minimally invasive procedures, such as those used to remove kidney stones.
Registered dietitians are food and nutrition experts who have advanced training in developing dietary plans to meet certain health needs. They work with you to make healthy and sustainable changes to your eating habits.
Nurses, patient care coordinators, patient access representatives, and medical assistants coordinate your care with your medical team. They guide you from your first contact through follow-up care to help you find counseling, financial, and other support services.
Stanford Medicine doctors participate in research efforts to advance the understanding of kidney and bladder stones and their treatment. Research coordinators help screen candidates for possible participation in clinical research.
Health Library
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Integrative Medicine
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Nutrition
We offer nutrition assessment, screening, counseling, and intervention for all adult patients at Stanford Health Care.
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Our Clinics
Choosing Stanford Health Care means you’ll receive up-to-date and compassionate care for kidney and bladder stones at a location that is convenient for you. We always accept new patients, and we take many insurance plans, including Medicare and Medi-Cal.
