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Experienced nephrologists, extraordinary care
At Cohen Children's, our Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program offers exceptional, seamless care for our young patients, including those with complex anatomy and high immunologic risk.
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We’re the highest-ranked pediatric nephrology program in New York by U.S. News and World Report

The Division of Nephrology at Cohen Children’s Medical Center is consistently ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top programs in the country. We provide comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for children with kidney diseases from birth through early adulthood. Our specialists empathize with younger patients and understand the difficulties they are going through. It is our goal to provide your child with the best, most compassionate care possible. We treat the full spectrum of diseases of the kidneys and urinary tract—from congenital abnormalities to end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis and or transplantation. Our team has expertise in the evaluation and treatment of patients with:

  • Nephrotic syndrome
  • Hemolytic uremic syndrome
  • Acute kidney injury
  • Polycystic kidney disease,
  • Urolithiasis
  • Congenital malformations of the kidney
  • A wide range of other glomerular diseases

We are able to seamlessly provide care to our patients throughout the course of their illness, including those who require dialysis and kidney transplantation. Members of the division are active in a multitude of clinical trials and registries, and we are published in many topics related to the care of our patients.

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Proud to be ranked among the nation’s best

We have the highest-ranked pediatric nephrology program in New York according to U.S. News & World Report. We maintain our commitment to New Yorkers by raising the standard of pediatrics—so together, we can raise healthier kids.

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11-year-old dancer receives kidney from brother
Born with rare genetic condition, Emily Alanko returned to Cohen to thank her doctors by performing an original dance number.
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From kidney surgery to college student
Kelly was 16 when he was diagnosed with a rare condition that led to kidney failure. At 18, he had a successful kidney transplant at Cohen Children’s Medical Center. Now, he’s in college and thriving.
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A new kidney gave this teen a new chance at life

Despite a rare vasculitis and kidney failure, high schooler Jackie never lost hope of getting a transplant. Now in college, she’s ready to kick-start her future.

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Zara's story

Born with chronic kidney disease, Zara required dialysis every day for two years. Once a donor kidney match was found, the nationally recognized experts at Cohen Children’s Medical Center performed a successful transplant. Now, Zara is a healthy, happy 2-year-old who loves to dance.

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