Dr. Augustus Valmond, MD / Aesthetics And Wellness Specialist
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
330 West 42nd Street Between 8th and 9th Ave on Ground Floor New York NY, 10036About
Dr. Augustus Valmond, MD is one of the country's best ranked doctors, specializing in internal medicine and nephrology. MD Valmond currently sees patients in New york, New York. Dr. Valmond received a ...
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Dr. Augustus Valmond, MD / Aesthetics And Wellness Specialist's Expert Contributions
Does Marijuana affect your kidneys?
Marijuana does not affect kidney disease READ MORE
How to get rid of kidney stone pain?
Taking pain medications, passing the stone by drinking lots of water READ MORE
Can you get rid of a kidney stone at home?
It depends on the size of the stone. If it’s less than 5mm, you should be able to pass it READ MORE
What to avoid after kidney tone removal?
Oxalate diet READ MORE
How can I fix low creatinine levels?
Increase protein in diet READ MORE
Urinalysis
Trace protein may not be a reason for concern if a patient does not have any medical problems. There are factors that need to be take into consideration including fluid status, diet, medical conditions, medications, nutritional supplements etc . I would repeat the urinalysis in 1 month. If it persists, I would get a urine protein/creatinine ratio. READ MORE
How long does end-stage kidney failure last?
It’s indefinite READ MORE
How long is a CT scan of the kidney?
About 10-15 minutes READ MORE
Platelets is low and S-Chloride is high
The results are mildly abnormal (platelets mildly low and chloride mildly high), however no need for concern as these values may have affected by fluid status. Would advise the patient to come back to repeat them. READ MORE
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- North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System 2001
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