About us
Neprhologist Columbus GA
Board-Certified Nephrologists Serving Columbus and Beyond
As one of the most experienced nephrology practices in Columbus GA, we are proud to serve patients from Georgia, Alabama, and surrounding communities. Our providers work closely with local hospitals and dialysis centers to ensure seamless, coordinated kidney care. Patients choose us for our long-standing reputation, trusted expertise, and personalized approach to treatment. From early-stage kidney disease to complex conditions, we are committed to helping every patient achieve better health outcomes. Discover why individuals across the Southeast rely on our practice for trusted kidney care.
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Board Certified
Our team proudly includes five highly skilled board-certified kidney doctors.
37+
Years
We have over thirty-seven successful years of experience practicing medicine in the Southeast.
55+
Experience
Renal Associates in Columbus, GA, has more than fifty-five years of combined experience in nephrology.
Physicians
Dr. Ferdinand Alcaide
Dr. Ferdinand Alcaide earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines. He completed his Nephrology fellowship at SUNY Buffalo, NY. He has been with Renal Associates since 1994. Dr. Alcaide is actively involved and committed to providing you with quality care.
Education & Training
Fellowship, Nephrology
State University of New York, Buffalo / Erie County Medical Center / Veterans Administration Medical Center
Residency, Internal Medicine
University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital / St. Peter’s Medical Center
Medical Degree
University Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
Bachelor of Science
University Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1992- Recertification 2002
American Board of Internal Medicine, Nephrology, 1996- Recertification 2016
Dr. Raj Alappan
Dr. Raj Alappan earned his Doctorate in Medicine from Bangalore, India. He completed his residency and fellowship at Yale University in New Haven, CT. He has been a Nephrologist with Renal Associates since 2000. Dr. Alappan is devoted to continuous improvement of your health and well-being.
Education & Training
Fellowship, Nephrology
Yale School of Medicine, Yale University
Residency, Internal Medicine
Yale School of Medicine, Yale University
Medical Degree
Bangalore Medical College, Bangalore India
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1995 – Recertification 2005
American Board of Internal Medicine, Nephrology, 2002 – Recertification 2013
Dr. Rajeev Chauhan
Dr. Rajeev Chauhan earned his Doctorate of Medicine in India. He completed his Nephrology fellowship in Richmond, VA. He has been with Renal Associates since 2003. Dr. Chauhan is dedicated to providing you excellent service.
Education & Training
Fellowship, Nephrology
MCU-VCU Richmond, VA
Residency, Internal Medicine
St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital, New York
Medical Degree
Sawai Mansingh Medical College, India
Bachelor of Science
Rajasthan University, India
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine, 2003- Recertification 2013
American Board of Internal Medicine, Nephrology, 2004- Recertification 2014
Dr. Tamorie Smith
Dr. Tamorie Smith earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. Dr. Smith has been with Renal Associates since 2009. She is actively involved and committed to quality Nephrology care for our community.
Education & Training
Fellowship, Nephrology
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Residency, Internal Medicine
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Medical Degree
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007
American Board of Internal Medicine, 2009
Dr. Vinayak Ramanath
Dr. Vinayak Ramanath earned his Doctor of Medicine in India. He completed his Nephrology Fellowship at University of Alabama at Birmingham. He has been with Renal Associates since 2014. Dr. Ramanath is dedicated to providing quality Nephrology care for our community.
Education & Training
Fellowship, Nephrology
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Residency, Internal Medicine
University of Missouri – Columbia
Medical Degree
Bangalore Medical College, Bangalore, India
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine, 2012
American Board of Internal Medicine, Nephrology, 2014
Dr. Aparna
Dr. Aparna earned her doctorate in Medicine in Nepal. She completed her Nephrology fellowship at Case Western Reserve University in Ohio. She has been with Renal Associates, LLC since August of 2022. She is excited to be a part of the Renal Associates, LLC team and looks forward to providing the best care for her patients.
Dr. Sagar Patel
Dr. Sagar Patel earned his Doctor of Medicine from Augusta University. He completed his Nephrology fellowship at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, TN. Dr. Patel has been with Renal Associates, LLC since July of 2023. He is actively involved and committed to providing you with quality care.
Nurse Practitioner, Carrie Whitehead, FNP-C
Staff
Medical Records
Karianne
Nursing
Heather, Rebecca, Renee
Scribe
Lauren, Latisha, Debra
Front Desk
Madison, Angel, Erin, Jemiia
Billing
Katie B,. Katie H.
