CARE & SERVICES

Meridian Nephrology

Meridian Nephrology provides evaluation and ongoing care for kidney disease, abnormal kidney-function results, protein in the urine, electrolyte concerns, and kidney-related complications of diabetes and high blood pressure.

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Kidney Health Evaluation

Evaluation of abnormal kidney-function tests, protein in the urine, and other signs of kidney disease.

Ongoing Monitoring

Follow-up of kidney function, urine protein, blood pressure, medications, and treatment response.

Coordinated Specialty Care

Coordination with primary care and other Meridian departments when kidney health overlaps with diabetes, hypertension, or other conditions.

MERIDIAN NEPHROLOGY SERVICES

Focused care for kidney health

Kidney Disease Evaluation

Assessment of abnormal kidney tests and possible acute or chronic kidney disease.

Kidney-Function Monitoring

Monitoring kidney filtration and urine protein over time.

Hypertension Assessment

Evaluation and management of high blood pressure affecting kidney health.

Diabetic Kidney Disease

Kidney evaluation and monitoring for patients with diabetes.

Electrolyte Concerns

Evaluation of abnormal potassium, sodium, and other electrolyte results.

Proteinuria Evaluation

Evaluation and monitoring of protein or albumin detected in the urine.

Medication & Risk Review

Review of medications and health factors that may affect kidney function.

Chronic Kidney Care

Ongoing care planning to help monitor kidney disease and reduce complications.

Primary-Care Coordination

Coordination of kidney care, testing, and follow-up with the patient’s primary-care team.

WHEN TO CONSIDER CARE

When should you see a Meridian Nephrology provider?

A nephrology visit may be appropriate if you have abnormal or declining kidney-function results, persistent protein in the urine, chronic kidney disease, difficult-to-control high blood pressure, electrolyte abnormalities, kidney complications related to diabetes, or a referral from another clinician.

Not sure where to start?

Meridian Primary Care can help evaluate your needs and coordinate the appropriate next step.

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Call 301-627-3500

MERIDIAN NEPHROLOGY PROVIDER

Meet Meridian’s nephrologist

Portrait of Dr. Nusirat A. Jinadu
Meridian Nephrology

Dr. Nusirat A. Jinadu

Nephrology

Dr. Nusirat A. Jinadu is a board-certified nephrologist who provides comprehensive care for kidney disease, hypertension, electrolyte disorders, and complex conditions affecting kidney health.

She coordinates with primary care providers to identify problems early, help slow disease progression, and develop practical, evidence-based treatment plans.

  • Chronic kidney disease
  • Resistant hypertension
  • Diabetic kidney disease
  • Proteinuria
  • Electrolyte disorders
  • Acute kidney injury follow-up

Ready to see a Meridian Nephrology provider? Request an appointment →

Where is nephrology care available? Nephrology appointments are scheduled by the front desk according to current availability at Meridian’s medical locations. Call 301-627-3500 and our staff will route you to the appropriate location and appointment time. View Locations & Hours →

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Planning your Meridian Nephrology visit

What does a nephrologist do?

A nephrologist specializes in kidney health and evaluates conditions that can affect kidney function, blood pressure, electrolytes, and related chronic health needs.

What should I bring to my first visit?

Bring your medication list, recent laboratory or imaging results when available, a photo ID, your insurance card, and any referral paperwork you received.

How do I schedule a nephrology appointment?

Call 301-627-3500 or request an appointment online. The front desk will route you according to current availability.

COORDINATED CARE

Related care at Meridian

Take the next step in your kidney care

Request a Meridian Nephrology appointment, or call and our front desk will help schedule you at the appropriate location.

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

For life-threatening symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.