Stone Clinic for Comprehensive Kidney Stone Care
The University Hospitals Stone Clinic is a comprehensive program that delivers efficient, coordinated and compassionate care for patients with kidney stones. Located at UH Ahuja Medical Center’s Cutler Center for Men, the UH Stone Clinic provides patients with a single location for kidney stone management, including advanced imaging, streamlined access to specialists and same-day coordinated visits.
Make an Appointment
Clinic appointments are offered Wednesday afternoons at UH Ahuja Medical Center’s Cutler Center for Men, on the third floor of the Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute.
To make an appointment with the UH Stone Clinic, call 214-844-3009.
The UH Stone Clinic provides rapid access to expert treatment and long-term prevention in one place, bringing together specialists in urology, nephrology and nutrition. This integrated team delivers multidisciplinary care that not only treats kidney stones but also addresses the underlying factors that contribute to their formation.
The clinic model aims to reduce unnecessary emergency department visits, shorten treatment delays, and improve outcomes through preventive education and ongoing support.
What to Expect During a Clinic Appointment
A clinic appointment is divided into three 30-minutes sessions, each with a different provider. During these sessions your providers will address:
- Possible causes of your kidney stones: Approximately 86 percent of stones have a diet-related cause, while the remainder are caused by an underlying renal or endocrine disorder.
- Management and treatment: Many factors influence how kidney stones are managed, such as the stone’s size and location. Possible treatment options for kidney stones include ureteroscopy, extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy and percutaneous surgery.
- Prevention strategies: A balanced diet can be effective to prevent kidney stones from forming. A registered dietitian can help you develop strategies for managing and preventing stones with your diet.
UH Stone Clinic Team
- Jose Salvado, MD, Division Chief of Urology
- Felipe Pauchard, MD, Urology
- Rafael Garcia, MD, Nephrology
- Stephanie Tvorik, RD, Nutrition