Dr. Reena P. Samuel M.D., Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist)
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Dr. Reena P. Samuel M.D.

Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology

5/5(6)
1711 27th St Braulin Bldg, Suite Portsmouth OH, 45662
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Dr. Reena Samuel is a nephrologist practicing in Portsmouth, OH. Dr. Samuel specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Samuel 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

MD at T. D. Medical College

Alappuzha

T.D. Med Coll, Univ of Kerala, Aleppey, Kerala, India MD

Medical College Thiruvananthapuram 1990

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine- Internal Medicine

Nephrology; Board Certified in Clinical Hypertension

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 35 years of experience
Dr. Reena P. Samuel M.D.
Dr. Reena P. Samuel M.D.'s Expert Contributions
  • Do I have a UTI?

    Most likely yes. It may be cystitis (bladder infection). Please see your family physical. READ MORE

  • Every time I lay down I have to pee?

    It can be from multiple factors: 1. Drinking too much or too close to bed time. 2. Enlarged prostate. 3. Heart failure and swelling. 4. Fewer distractions at night compared to the day, may make one focus on the sensation. READ MORE

  • I had wbc 30-35hpf in urinalysis?

    Your urine shows wbc/bacteria and Epithelial cells, which is not clear from the picture. Do you have any urinary symptoms? If so, this may be from UTI. If WBC without UTI or bacteruria, it is called sterile pyuria, which can be seen in conditions like contamination of the urine samples with vaginal leucocytes from vaginal secretions, interstitial nephritis (some medications like proton pump inhibitors) or infections with atypical organism like chlamydia, tuberculosis, etc. Please repeat UA and proceed from there. I hope your kidney function is normal. READ MORE

  • Is my liver normal or enlarged?

    Usual liver size for a female is 13.5 cm. So, 18.5 cm is an enlarged liver. READ MORE

  • I'm having trouble peeing?

    Gross hematuria may be associated with interstitial cystitis. Better to see a urologist to r/o other etiologies. READ MORE

  • Blood in urine?

    You need to see a urologist ASAP. Need a kidney US and also a urologist should look into your urinary bladder/prostate, etc. READ MORE

  • Can you live a normal life with kidney transplant?

    Initially, your friend needs frequent checkups to make sure the kidney is working well and the body is not rejecting the kidney. Your friend needs to take the medications (immune suppressant) the rest of his life. Dietitian can help with dietary advice to keep the kidney healthy. Once recovered from Tx surgery, exercise and physical activity should be a regular part of life. Your friend can have a healthy, active lifestyle after transplant. READ MORE

  • What does it feel like when you have a kidney stone?

    You can have classic symptoms like renal colic and blood in the urine. Or you can have atypical symptoms such as vague abdominal pain, acute abdominal or flank pain, nausea, urinary urgency or frequency, difficulty urinating, penile or testicular pain. READ MORE

  • Is kidney transplant surgery safe?

    The right person to clarify your question is your Tx surgeon. Usually kidney transplants are performed under general anesthesia. READ MORE

  • How does diabetes affect the kidneys?

    Elevated blood sugar (hyperglycemia) produces “advanced glycation end-products" (AGE) reactive oxygen species, which can result in inflammation in the kidneys. Also, high insulin level and insulin resistance causes kidney damage. Diabetes is the leading cause of chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease in US. READ MORE

  • How long does it take to get a new kidney?

    Average time on waiting list around 4-5 years. Blood type O and B have longer waiting periods. READ MORE

  • Is a late diagnosis normal in kids with chronic kidney failure?

    It can happen,depending on the etiology. READ MORE

  • How do I know if it’s IBS or my kidneys?

    In symptomatic urinary tract infection, urina analysis will be abnormal. Blood or urine test usually don’t tell about kidney stone, unless you have a “stone attack,” then urine analysis will show blood in the urine. Kidney ultrasound or CT kidney will tell you if you have kidney stones. READ MORE

  • Can anesthesia cause kidney damage?

    Anesthesia can cause acute kidney injury only if it causes a drop in blood pressure. During surgery, if there is a drop in bp due to any cause, it can result in acute kidney injury. READ MORE

  • Kidney disease?

    GOLO products contains several herbal ingredients and not sure about the long term effect on kidneys. READ MORE

  • Can a kidney injury heal on its own?

    It depends on the type of acute kidney injury. If it is of short duration and also depends on the insult kidneys will regain the function back. If the insult is prolonged, it may take longer time to recover and sometimes may not recover fully or not recover at all. READ MORE

  • Will antibiotics kill a kidney infection?

    Yes. If it is your first kidney infection, one dose of antibiotics is sufficient. If you're getting recurrent infection, your urine needs to be cultured to identify the organism, so that you can get the correct antibiotic treatment. READ MORE

  • How can I treat kidney injury after COVID?

    As of my knowledge, it does not cause kidney pain,unless you have lot of protein in the urine from COVID infection then it may cause renal vein thrombosis and can have flank pain. READ MORE

  • Can holding urine cause testicle pain?

    Yes. Holding urine causes epididymitise (inflammation of epididymis, the duct behind the testis). READ MORE

  • Particles in your urine?

    It is not normal. Usually, urine should be clear. You should see your physician and the urine needs to be tested. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Hypertension

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Clinical Professor, Ohio University -

Awards

  • Selected as Top American Physician for 15 Years Since 2001   

Internships

  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Fellowships

  • Lenox Hill Hospital, 1995

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Society of Nephrology, Ohio State Medical Association, American Society of Hypertension

Articles and Publications

  • Published in the past

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Hard work and she always wanted to become a doctor in order to help others.

Dr. Reena P. Samuel M.D.'s Practice location

1711 27th St Braulin Bldg, Suite -
Portsmouth, OH 45662
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Patient Experience with Dr. Samuel


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Dr. Reena P. Samuel M.D. has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 6 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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