Top 5 Renal Failure Treatment Doctors in Jordan 2026

When do you need a nephrologist for kidney failure?

Kidney failure (renal failure) means the kidneys can no longer filter waste and balance fluids and salts as well as they should. It can develop suddenly, which is called acute kidney injury, or slowly over months and years, which is called chronic kidney disease. Treatment depends on the cause and how severe the loss of function is. Not everyone needs dialysis. Many people are managed with medicines, diet advice and regular blood and urine tests. Dialysis or a kidney transplant is considered in advanced disease.

A nephrologist is the specialist who looks after these conditions. Your family doctor or internist may refer you, or you may book directly. It is worth seeing one if:

• Blood tests show a rising creatinine or a falling eGFR, or a urine test shows protein or blood
• You have long-standing diabetes or high blood pressure and your kidney results are changing
• You notice swelling of the legs, ankles or around the eyes, persistent tiredness, itching or reduced appetite
• You pass much less urine than usual, or your urine is foamy or dark
• You already have chronic kidney disease, are on dialysis or have had a transplant and need ongoing follow-up

Warning signs that need urgent care

Do not wait for a clinic appointment if you or a family member has any of the following. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department:

• Passing very little or no urine for many hours, especially after vomiting, diarrhoea or a serious illness
• Severe shortness of breath, chest pain or a feeling of irregular or very fast heartbeat
• Confusion, extreme drowsiness, fits or collapse
• Sudden severe swelling with breathlessness
• For dialysis patients: heavy bleeding from the access site, or breathlessness after a missed session
• For transplant patients: fever, pain over the transplanted kidney or a sudden drop in urine

How to choose among the doctors here

All five profiles publish renal failure treatment or kidney failure care as a service, and all practise in Amman. The order reflects profile completeness, not who will treat you better. Practical points to compare:

• Your stage of care. If you are newly diagnosed, a doctor who lists chronic kidney disease follow-up and test review may be enough. If dialysis or transplantation is being discussed, look for profiles that list dialysis and transplant consultation or follow-up. Every doctor here lists transplant follow-up or consultation.
• The likely cause. Some profiles highlight diabetic kidney disease, renal hypertension, nephritis or glomerular disease. If your referral letter mentions one of these, a profile that lists it can make your first conversation more focused.
• Qualifications you can check. The profiles publish board certifications and training. Read them for what they say, without treating any one as a measure of outcomes.
• Hours that fit your routine. Kidney care usually means repeated visits. Two doctors are listed from 08:00, and one is listed until 18:00 on most days. If you have dialysis sessions or work shifts, match the clinic hours to them.
• Insurance. The number of listed insurers varies a lot between profiles, from one to twelve. Check your exact network and plan.
• Location. Districts include Arjan, Tla' Al Ali, the Fifth Circle area and Jabal Amman. A clinic you can reach easily matters when follow-up is frequent.

Many people search for the best renal failure treatment doctors in Jordan. A more useful question is which doctor's services, hours, insurance and location fit your situation, and whom you feel comfortable seeing over the long term.

What to expect at the first visit

The first consultation is mostly about understanding the cause and stage of kidney problems. Expect a detailed history and a physical examination with a blood pressure check. The doctor will review your tests and probably request new blood and urine tests, and possibly an ultrasound. Some doctors here also list coordinating a kidney biopsy at an appropriate facility when needed.

What to bring

• All previous blood and urine results, ideally in date order, so the trend in kidney function is visible
• Any imaging reports, such as a kidney ultrasound
• A full list of your medicines, including over-the-counter painkillers, herbal products and supplements. Some of these can affect the kidneys.
• Referral letters, hospital discharge summaries and, for dialysis or transplant patients, recent session or clinic notes
• Your insurance card and ID

Questions worth asking

• What is causing my kidney problem, and what stage is it?
• Which of my medicines need review or adjustment?
• How often do I need tests and follow-up visits?
• What changes to diet, fluids or salt should I discuss with you or a dietitian?
• At what point would dialysis or a transplant be discussed, and what are the options?
• Which symptoms mean I should seek urgent care?

Do not stop or change any prescribed medicine on your own before the visit unless a doctor tells you to.

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

Kidney care involves repeated consultations and laboratory tests, so it helps to ask about costs at the start. When you book, ask:

• Is my insurer and my specific plan accepted at this clinic, and is a referral or pre-approval needed?
• What is the consultation fee, and is a follow-up visit charged differently?
• Are laboratory tests and imaging done on site, and are they covered under my plan?
• If dialysis, a biopsy or transplant assessment is recommended, where would it take place, and what does my insurer require?

Insurer lists on profiles can change. Confirm directly with both the clinic and your insurer. For doctors based in hospital outpatient clinics, appointments are usually arranged through outpatient reception, so ask there about the doctor's specific clinic days.

Getting there

All five doctors on this list practise in Amman:

• Arjan: Dr. Naseem Mahrouq and Dr. Hamed Al-Shakhatra, both at Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics
• Tla' Al Ali: Dr. Jawad Al Syouri at Ibn Al-Haytham Hospital Outpatient Clinics
• Fifth Circle area: Dr. Ismaeel Qatash at his nephrology clinic
• Jabal Amman: Dr. Ahmad Yousef Rasheed at Al Khalidi Medical Plaza

Use the map location on each profile to plan your route. If you are travelling from outside Amman, ask whether some follow-up can be coordinated around your test schedule to reduce trips. If you have swelling or tiredness, arrange for someone to accompany you.

Checklist before you book

• Gather all previous kidney blood tests, urine tests and imaging reports
• Write down your full medicine list, including supplements and painkillers
• Note the main reason for the visit: new diagnosis, rising results, dialysis or transplant follow-up
• Check that the doctor's listed services match your need
• Confirm your insurer and plan with the clinic and with your insurer
• Ask about the consultation fee and any test costs
• Check the confirmed hours against your work or dialysis schedule
• Plan your route to the clinic's district
• Know the urgent warning signs, and call 911 if they appear