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Katafan Achkar

Katafan Achkar, MD

Interventional NephrologyNephrology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-65
  • Senior 65+

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

Gender

Male

About Katafan Achkar

Professional Statement

Dr. Katafan Achkar is a board-certified nephrologist seeing patients at CLS Health Nephrology Associates Clear Lake in Webster, TX. With extensive experience in general nephrology and dialysis, he specializes in managing kidney transplant patients, dialysis access procedures, and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS).

Dr. Achkar holds the distinction of Fellow of the American Society of Nephrology (FASN), reflecting his dedication to providing high-quality care in nephrology. Known for a thoughtful, patient-centered approach, he works closely with each individual to ensure personalized and effective treatment. He believes that honesty, compassionate care, understanding one’s limitations, and involving patients in their care are essential values every physician should uphold to achieve the best possible outcomes.

 

Clinical Interests

  • Acute Kidney Injury

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

  • Diabetic Nephropathy

  • End Stage Renal Disease

  • Kidney Cancer

  • Kidney Disease

  • Kidney Stone

  • Lupus Nephritis

  • Nephropathy

  • Polycystic Kidney Disease

  • Pyelonephritis

  • Renal Disease

  • Renal Failure

  • Renovascular Hypertension

  • Adrenal Venogram

Locations

  1. CLS Health Nephrology Associates - Clear Lake

Expertise

Education

  • Nephrology Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine Houston, TX, Nephrology, 1997
  • Residency : Baylor College of Medicine Houston, TX, Internal Medicine , 1994
  • Medical School: Damascus University Medical School, Syria, Internal Medicine, 1990

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