A condition characterized by a gradual loss of kidney function over time.
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Speciality Nephrology
Degree Medical Doctor (MD)
Areas of Expertise 
Chronic Kidney Disease Hypertensive Renal Disease Kidney Stone Prevention
Chronic Kidney Disease Hypertensive Renal Disease Kidney Stone Prevention Office
2326 Hwy 34 East, Suite 201 Newnan GA 30265
195 Parkwood Circle Carrollton, GA 30117
115 Sumner Road, 2nd Floor Fayetteville, GA 30214
Medical Education
Medical School Armed Forces Medical College - India
Residency in Internal Medicine Raritan Bay Medical Center - New Jersey
Chief Resident 2003-2004
Fellowship Medical College In Nephrology
Chief Nephrology Fellow - 2011-2012
VISHAL RATKALKAR, MD, FACP, FASN
BIOGRAPHY
Vishal Ratkalkar MD, FACP, FASN believes in empowering his patients with the knowledge of their problems so that they can become active participants in their healthcare. He strongly believes in educating them on all aspects of their disease and the treatment options available. This approach enables patients to make decisions that will complement their lifestyle and needs. He believes in collaborative care that enables individuals to lead their healthiest lives. Integrating the most recent medical advances combined with compassion and courtesy are the core values of his practice.
Dr. Ratkalkar has served as Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin and as Associate Program Director of a residency program in Wisconsin prior to moving to Georgia. He continues to have a keen interest in keeping up with the current updates in Nephrology, and is a published expert in treating patients with kidney stones.
Dr. Vishal Ratkalkar is currently board-certified in Nephrology and certified in Internal Medicine in 2004. He completed his fellowship at Medical College of Wisconsin where he was the Chief Fellow, and he did his residency at Raritan Bay Medical Center where he was Chief Resident. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He has been the author of several publications in the field of Nephrology, including a chapter about the “Approach to the Patient with Hematuria” and “Mechanism of Stone Formation” in reputable peer reviewed books. Dr. Ratkalkar has a keen interest in moving science forward and participates in meaningful clinical trials and tries to get his patients the benefit of newer approach’s to help manage their kidney disease.
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Kristi Kimbler MSN, RN, NP-BC
BIOGRAPHY
Kristi Kimbler MSN, RN, NP-BC is a board-certified nurse practitioner who has been with Georgia Renal and Hypertension Care since 2020. She graduated cum laude with her BSN from the University of West Georgia and went on to obtain her MSN at Walden University. Prior to pursuing a career in nephrology, Ms. Kimbler worked as an RN in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Piedmont Hospital for over 14 years. She is a member of both the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Nephrology Nurse Association.
OUR MISSION
At Georgia Renal and Hypertension Care we provide compassionate, innovative care to patients suffering from kidney disease and kidney-related disorders. We are fully committed to our patients and believe strongly in arming our patients with the knowledge and tools needed to arrest progression of the disease. Together we will work to develop an individualized plan of care that optimizes your health in a way that works for YOU.
OUR VISION
To become the preferred kidney specialist by offering exceptional care and valuable services to patients in Coweta, Fayette, and surrounding counties.
DOCTOR’S SERVICES
The monitoring of kidney function after receiving a transplant to include routine lab work and anti-rejection medication management.
Connecting patients with surgical transplant programs for evaluation and work-up required to be considered for renal transplant.
Hemodialysis is a process of purifying the blood of a person whose kidneys are not working normally. Peritoneal dialysis is an alternative treatment for kidney failure using the lining of your abdomen, or belly, to filter the blood inside your body.
Occurs when chronic kidney disease reaches an advanced state and your kidneys no longer function well enough to meet your body’s needs.
A common complication in patients with CKD that leads to weakness in bones and diseased blood vessels. MBD is caused by changes in blood levels of calcium and phosphate and hormonal changes.
A kidney disorder in which the spaces between the kidney tubules become swollen (inflamed). This can cause problems with the way your kidneys work.
Some of the most important electrolytes regulated by the kidneys include sodium, potassium, phosphorous, calcium, and magnesium. The kidneys are able to adjust fluid levels in the body by actively moving electrolytes in or out of the body’s cells.
Sacs of fluid that form on or inside the kidneys. These can be associated with serious disorders that may impair kidney function. But more commonly, kidney cysts are simple, non-cancerous cysts that rarely cause complications.
Hard deposits of minerals and acid salts that stick together in concentrated urine. They can be painful when passing through the urinary tract.
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Medical SchoolArmed Forces Medical College -Maharashtra India
2004
Fellowship, Nephrology Medical College of Wisconsin
2014
1996
Residency, Internal Medicine Raritan Bay Medical Center
2012
American Board of Internal Medicine Nephrology
PUBLICATIONS
Mechanism of Stone Formation
The mechanism of stone formation include nucleation of stone constituent crystals, their growth or aggregation to a size that can interact with some intrarenal structure, their retention within the kidney or renal collecting system and further aggregation and/or secondary nucleation to form the clinical stone
Hematuria is a common sign of genitourinary disease involving the kidneys, ureters, bladder, prolate, or urethra. Patients can present with either "gross" hematuria that is visible to the naked eye or with bcroaruria detectable only under microscopic examination. or by urinary dipstick analysis.
Hematuria is a common sign of genitourinary disease involving the kidneys, ureters, bladder, prolate, or urethra. Patients can present with either "gross" hematuria that is visible to the naked eye or with bcroaruria detectable only under microscopic examination. or by urinary dipstick analysis.
The mechanism of stone formation include nucleation of stone constituent crystals, their growth or aggregation to a size that can interact with some intrarenal structure, their retention within the kidney or renal collecting system and further aggregation and/or secondary nucleation to form the clinical stone
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