Why choose Connecticut Children’s Nephrology

From kidney stones to kidney transplants, our board-certified nephrologists at Connecticut Children’s work with social workers, child life specialists and nutritionists to provide diagnosis, treatment and follow-up kidney care to children of all ages. As leaders in pediatric nephrology services in the region, we provide special expertise in renal failure, complex urinary tract abnormalities and dialysis and transplantation.

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A transplant program for the smallest of kidneys.

For more than 20 years, our providers have performed successful pediatric kidney transplants with some of the best clinical outcomes in the country. Our team understands the unique needs of pediatric patients and has performed transplants for toddlers through young adults.

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Locations

Exterior view of Connecticut Children's Medical Center in Hartford

Connecticut Children’s Medical Center – Hartford

282 Washington Street
Hartford, CT06106
United States

Exterior view of 310 Western Boulevard in Glastonbury

Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – Glastonbury

310 Western Boulevard
Glastonbury, CT06033
United States

Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – Danbury

105 Newtown Road
Danbury, CT06810
United States

South Hadley Specialty Care Center

Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – South Hadley

84 Willimansett Street, Suite 3
South Hadley, MA01075
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Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – Westport

191 Post Road West
Westport, CT06880
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Exterior view of 399 Farmington Ave in Farmington

Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – Farmington (399 Farmington Ave.)

399 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT06032
United States

What Sets Us Apart

Meet Our Team of Nephrology Specialists

Our nephrology team includes specialists with a wide variety of backgrounds and focus areas. This diversity makes us better prepared to care for your child’s unique needs. Our Team

Tailored Treatment Plans for Each Child

Our state-of-the-art dialysis center offers patients tailored treatment plans and a highly specialized care team that includes of pediatric dialysis nurses, a nephrology specific nutritionist, social services, child-life specialists and a teacher. 

Transforming Care for Kidney Conditions

Our pediatric nephrologists are actively involved in clinical and translational research to develop treatments and transform care for children with kidney disorders. 

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Nephrology Resources

American Kidney Fund
The American Kidney Fund (AKF) envisions a world without kidney disease. AKF fights kidney disease through direct financial support to patients in need, health education and prevention efforts.

American Society of Pediatric Nephrology
The American Society of Pediatric Nephrology is an organization of pediatric nephrologists and affiliated health care professionals. Its primary goals are to promote optimal care for children with kidney disease through advocacy, education and research, and to share advances in clinical practice and scientific investigation.

Healthy Children
Healthy Children is s parenting website backed by 67,000 pediatricians committed to the attainment of optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

Lupus Foundation of America
The Lupus Foundation of America is the oldest and largest national nonprofit voluntary health organization focused on improving the quality of life for children and adults with lupus.

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) conducts and supports medical research and research training and disseminates science-based information on diabetes and other endocrine and metabolic diseases; digestive diseases, nutritional disorders, and obesity; and kidney, urologic, and hematologic diseases, to improve people’s health and quality of life.

National Kidney Foundation
The National Kidney Foundation is dedicated to preventing kidney and urinary tract diseases, improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by kidney disease and increasing the availability of all organs for transplantation. It provides patient and family resources, services and education in an effort to enhance the lives of everyone at risk of or affected by kidney disease.

NDI Foundation
The NDI Foundation serves patients and their families, researchers, physicians and other health care providers by supporting education, research and treatment for Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus.

NephCure Foundation
The NephCure Foundation is committed to supporting research seeking the cause of the potentially debilitating kidney disease Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and Nephrotic Syndrome, improve treatment and find a cure.

PKD Foundation
The PKD Foundation is committed to discovering treatments and a cure for polycystic kidney disease through research, advocacy, education, support, and awareness programs.

Renal Support Network
Renal Support Network is patient-focused resource that provides non-medical services to those affected by chronic kidney disease (CKD).

United Network for Organ Sharing
United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) manages the nation’s organ transplant system under contract with the federal government. It seeks to advance organ availability and transplantation by uniting and supporting our communities for the benefit of patients through education, technology and policy development.