Miriam opens Kidney Stone Center

摘要

PROVIDENCE – The new Kidney Stone Cen- ter has officially opened its doors at The Miriam Hospital, bringing together a team of nephrologists, urologists and dietitians under one roof in a collaborative effort to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients suf- fering from kidney stones. It is the only center of its kind in Rhode Island. According to urologist GYAN PAREEK, MD, FACS , director of the Center, "Our team-based approach to kidney stone treat- ment will streamline and ease treatment for patients, who will now be evaluated by a urologist, nephrologist and dietitian in a single visit," he said. "Our goal is to not only treat existing kidney stones, but to also prevent new stones from for ming. Because most kidney stones are diet-re- lated, tailored nutrition and dietary man- agement are critical to providing the best treatment and follow-up care."