Duke Division of Nephology offers a clinic specialized for patient's who are pregnant and have kidney disease.
The Duke Obstetric Nephrology Clinic provides specialized care for individuals who are pregnant or planning pregnancy while managing hypertension, proteinuria, and/or chronic kidney disease. By combining high‑risk obstetric expertise with advanced nephrology evaluation, the clinic supports patients through pre‑conception counseling, pregnancy planning, and close monitoring throughout gestation. The clinic focuses on optimizing blood pressure control, assessing kidney function changes during pregnancy, and reducing risks for both parent and baby. Collaborative care with maternal‑fetal medicine, nephrology, and rheumatology if needed ensures that each patient receives a personalized plan that balances maternal health, fetal well‑being, and long‑term kidney outcomes.
Eugene Kovalik, MD
Nephrologist, Clinic Lead