Kidney Genetics Clinic
The Kidney Genetics Clinic utilizes a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and genetic counselors, as well as state of the art diagnostic techniques, to provide comprehensive genetic services for adult patients with rare and inherited forms of kidney disease. These services include:
- Comprehensive medical evaluation for genetic forms of kidney disease
- Ordering and interpretation of genetic test results
- Pre-and post-genetic testing consent and counseling
- Guidance for medical management and follow-up care
- Referrals to other medical specialists to help address the unique medical needs of our patients
- Genetic counseling and testing for at-risk family members
- Genetic counseling and testing for living kidney donors
Reasons to make an appointment
Patients can be referred to the Kidney Genetics Clinic when the person’s presentation or family history is suggestive of a genetic cause of kidney disease. Features that suggest an underlying genetic condition include multiple affected family members, kidney disease at a young age, or multiple organ system involvement or features other than just kidney disease. An example of the conditions evaluated in the Kidney Genetic Clinic include:
- Alport Syndrome
- Tubulointerstitial Nephropathy
- Cystic Kidney Disease, including Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS)
- Glomerulonephritis
- Electrolyte disorders (Gitlelman’s and Bartter’s Syndrome)
- Chronic Kidney Disease of Unknown Cause
Benefits of Genetic Testing
Identifying a genetic cause for kidney disease has direct and substantial benefits for patients. A recent study at Columbia University found that between 1 and 6 to 1 in 10 people with chronic kidney disease will have a genetic diagnosis . In addition to identifying the underlying cause for developing kidney disease, genetic testing can also:
- Provide prognostic information and insight
- Screen for extra-renal features beyond kidney disease
- Initiate specific and targeted therapies, or discontinue certain medications
- Identify at-risk family members
- Assist in transplant selection
Schedule an Appointment
To request an appointment, submit this form, email kidneygenetics@cumc.columbia.edu, or call (347) 380-2545.
Clinic Location:
51 Audubon Avenue, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10032
Natalie Vena, MS CGC
Kelsie Bogyo, MS CGC