If your child has kidney disease, it can be overwhelming. This can be a chronic, life-changing diagnosis. We are here for you at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Our Division of Nephrology offers world-class care. Our team partners with you and your family to provide all of the care and support you and your child need.

A collaborative approach to care

Our team brings together many different kinds of doctors, nurses and other specialists to take care of your child. Being part of one of the best hospitals in the country means we can access any kind of doctor your child might need to ensure they get the best care possible.

Expertise in kidney disease

Every year, our division is ranked among the top 5 programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Our doctors and staff are exceptional at diagnosing, treating and taking care of children with all kinds of kidney problems. Here, we focus on providing great medical care and lots of kindness and compassion. We are dedicated to learning more about kidney disease and finding better ways to help kids living with it.

Mental and emotional support

Coping with kidney disease can be stressful for a child or adolescent. Our division has psychologists and social workers on staff who devote all of their time to providing your child and all of our patients with the emotional and social support they need to thrive.

Support for the whole family

Having a child with an illness like kidney disease can impact the entire family. Our staff members are skilled and compassionate, providing support to caregivers and siblings of children with kidney disorders.

Our team is very good at what they do and cares about helping you and your family through this experience. To help answer your questions about how to care for your child, we offer:

• Registered dietitians to teach you how best to meet your child’s nutritional needs
• Support groups for families and patients
• A weeklong cooking camp for children on the renal diet (diet focused on kidney health)

Care that's convenient

We offer:

• Care at eight locations around the region, including our Main Hospital in Philadelphia
• MyCHOP, a patient portal for families to schedule visits, access records, see test results, ask your doctor questions and more
• Help with insurance and billing issues