Dr. Rubina Khan, MD
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
950 W Magnolia Ave Fort Worth TX, 76104About
Dr. Rubina Khan is a nephrologist practicing in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Khan specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Khan most typically treats conditions like kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, polycystuc kidney disease, high blood pressure and more. Nephrologists are also experts on kidney transplantation and dialysis. They are usually referred to by primary care physicians for problems related to the kidneys, and while they can perform tests to diagnose kidney disorders, they do not perform surgeries.
Education and Training
University of Wales in Great Britain 1983
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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Dr. Rubina Khan, MD's Expert Contributions
How can I treat kidney injury after COVID?
Yes COVID 19 infection can lead to kidney injury. To keep your kidneys from deteriorating avoid any medication that is harmful to your kidney. These include most commonly drugs like Advil and aleve READ MORE
Why do my kidneys ache after drinking alcohol?
This is unusual. If you are talking beer then beer can act like a diuretic. READ MORE
What causes a bladder infection?
You probably need to see a urologist READ MORE
How long do you stay in hospital after kidney stone removal?
If you have an infection complicating the stone they may want to keep you in a couple of days for IV antibiotics. Otherwise you should be going home the same day or the next day READ MORE
Do I have a UTI?
Most likely yes. Need to get a urinalysis and culture. READ MORE
Why do my kidneys hurt when I eat meat?
Meat can increase Uric acid which can cause kidney stones. Yes you should see a physician. Hopefully no stones but still need to get checked out READ MORE
Why do my kidneys hurt after working out?
The pain maybe musculoskeletal. Yes you should see a doctor and have them check a urinalysis and CPK READ MORE
What is the best antibiotic for kidney infections in children?
Please refer this to a pediatric nephrologist READ MORE
How long does it take for kidneys to recover from dehydration?
Once you have had enough fluids and there is nothing causing continued loss of fluids then almost immediately. READ MORE
Will antibiotics kill a kidney infection?
Yes antibiotics will treat a kidney infection. However if you have repeated infections you may need to see a kidney specialist such as a urologist. READ MORE
Which food reduces your creatinine level?
High protein diets such as meats and fish can increase muscle mass and therefore creatinine levels. Vegetables are not high in protein and will therefore reduce muscle mass and creatinine levels. However if you have permanent kidney damage you can slow down the disease by avoiding high protein diets and that includes protein shakes and bars READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from kidney surgery?
This would be a question for a urologist. It depends on what kind of surgery. Was it open or laparoscopic. Was it a transplant? Usually we give 4-6 weeks to recover from any major surgery . READ MORE
How does high blood pressure relate to kidney problems?
1/3 of the blood pumping from your heart goes to your kidneys. The kidneys are made of blood vessels, large, medium size, and small blood vessels. When high blood pressure goes untreated, the blood vessels of the kidneys get damaged resulting in long-term kidney damage and kidney failure. READ MORE
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