Boston Medical Center – Brighton

Kidney Disease Services (Nephrology)

Badge (laurel wreath and ribbon): U.S. News & World Report High-Performing Hospitals, 2026–2027: Kidney Failure

U.S. News & World Report

Boston Medical Center—Brighton’s Kidney Disease Services has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report 2026-2027 Best Hospitals for its high performing care in kidney failure, offering advanced care for even the most complex kidney conditions.

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Personalized Kidney Care from a Trusted Team

The nephrology service at BMC Brighton offers inpatient and outpatient services to treat a variety of kidney-related conditions. Our interdisciplinary team, which includes some of the top nephrologists in the U.S., works closely with patients to create personalized treatment plans tailored to their healthcare needs. 

Locations and Contact

11 Nevins St. Brighton, MA 02135617.779.6700

Our Team

Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan, MD

Internal Medicine, Nephrology

Bertrand Jaber, MD

Internal Medicine, Nephrology

James A. Strom, MD

Nephrology

Patient Information

Conditions we treat include: 

  • Acute kidney injury 
  • Chronic kidney disease 
  • Diabetic kidney disease 
  • Hereditary kidney disease 
  • Uncontrolled hypertension 
  • Kidney stones 
  • Fluid and electrolyte disorders 
  • Acid-based disorders 
  • Glomerulonephritis 
  • Vasculitis  
  • Kidney failure

Treatments and services we offer include:  

  • Intensive care nephrology 
  • Continuous veno-venous hemodialysis (CVVHD)  
  • Inpatient hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis 
  • Training for dialysis at home  
  • Formal dietary therapy for all diseases especially kidney stones and kidney failure 
Conditions We Treat
Treatments and Services