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About

We've been building a culture of care for decades.

Since the 1980s, we have been focused on finding ways to assist our patients in maintaining their kidney health, avoiding hospitalization, and prolonging the need for dialysis. We are dedicated to improving the quality of care when dialysis becomes necessary.

National Kidney Partners is a collaborative alliance of independent nephrologists who prioritize local leadership, physician autonomy, and shared governance.  Simultaneously, our physician partners are equal members of our broader organization, striving to deliver exceptional care to patients while establishing an optimal framework for healthcare providers.

Our core values revolve around the principles of honesty, accountability, responsibility, and integrity.  We continuously seek new methods and strategies to better serve our patients, improve our systems, and increase efficiency.

Leadership

Lani Paxton, PhD, MD
Lani Paxton, MD, PhD, CEO
Michael Brucculeri, MD
Michael Brucculeri, MD, Board Co-chair
Kedar Shetye, MD
Kedar Shetye, MD, Board Co-chair
Jorge Ajuria, MD
Jorge Ajuria, MD
Ashwani Gupta, MD
Ashwani Gupta, MD
Jagan Kothapally, MD
Jagan Kothapally, MD
Samerah Razuman, MD
Samerah Razuman, MD
Daisy Reyes, MD
Daisy Reyes, MD
Nijal Sheth, MD
Nijal Sheth, MD
Ahmed Ameen Waheed, MD
Ahmed Ameen Waheed, MD

"At National Kidney Partners, we’re dedicated to delivering exceptional kidney care. Our skilled team uses cutting-edge medical advancements to provide top-tier treatment and support tailored to your needs. We focus on early detection, precise diagnoses, and personalized plans to enhance long-term outcomes while empowering you with the knowledge to manage your health. Beyond expertise, we offer compassionate, holistic care that nurtures your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Our goal is to partner with you, ensuring the best possible results and an improved quality of life. Trust us to guide and support you every step of the way on your kidney health journey."

Lani Paxton, MD, PhD, CEO of National Kidney Partners

NKP Milestones

  • We see patients within 48 hours of referral, delivering timely support when it matters most.
  • With over 65 physicians and a focus on transplant care, we’ve supported over 1,500 transplanted patients.
  • Our Florida network now includes Tampa, Fort Myers, Fort Lauderdale, Clearwater, Jacksonville, and Plantation, bringing care to more communities.
  • In 2024, we served 9,509 new patients across our care centers, marking a significant milestone.
We deeply appreciate the confidence that our patients entrust in us, recognizing that their trust is the foundation of our mission to provide exceptional kidney care. We are equally thankful for the unwavering commitment of our healthcare teams, whose expertise, compassion, and tireless efforts make a meaningful difference in countless lives every day. As we move forward, we are excited about the opportunities ahead, anticipating continued growth in our reach and resources, and an even more profound impact on the communities we serve in 2025 and well into the future.

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