Dr. Andrew Eric Brookens M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1260 S Parker Rd 202 Denver CO, 80231About
Dr. Andrew Brookens is a nephrologist practicing at Altitude Kidney Health in DENVER, CO and surrounding areas. Dr. Brookens specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Brookens most typically treats conditions like kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, polycystuc kidney disease, high blood pressure and more. Nephrologists are also experts on kidney transplantation and dialysis. They are usually referred to by primary care physicians for problems related to the kidneys, and while they can perform tests to diagnose kidney disorders, they do not perform surgeries.
Education and Training
Duke University BA 2002
CU School of Medicine MD 2011
University of Washington Internal Medicine Residency 2014
University of Washington Nephrology Fellowship 2016
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
Nephrology (Internal Medicine)
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Dr. Andrew Eric Brookens M.D.'s Expert Contributions
UTI medication?
I recommend you consult your pharmacist or the prescribing doctor for safety questions about medications. Best, AKH team READ MORE
How does a kidney obstruction affect a child?
Hello, and thank you for your question. There are many ways in which it could affect a person, but most commonly this presents as flank or back (typically one side or another) pain that comes and goes, and occasionally the pain migrates to the lower front abdomen when the blockage is lower down towards the bladder. The most important thing is to discuss this with a pediatrician to start the evaluation. Good luck! The AKH team READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from kidney surgery?
Hello and thank you for your question. This depends on a few factors including the type of surgery involved, whether it’s done laparoscopically through cameras in port holes or if you are operated on by an open incision, and other medical illnesses and medications you take. This is a good question for a urologic surgeon who typically does kidney surgeries. Good luck to you. READ MORE
Is hypertension caused by kidney issues?
Hypertension is both a cause and a product of kidney disease. You can find reliable information here: https://www.kidney.org/atoz/what-high-blood-pressure Warmly, Andrew Brookens READ MORE
Do you have to go to the hospital for a kidney stone?
Thank you for your question! In general, kidney stones do not require hospital care if the pain is manageable. Patients who have enduring one-sided pain should be assessed by their primary care provider and consideration should be given to getting labs and imaging. The reason for this is to make sure that there is not signs of kidney damage or blockage of the urine outflow, which can be an urgent condition. Even in this setting, though, with the appropriate supports in the community, patients can have their needs met without being hospitalized. Sincerely, Andrew Brookens READ MORE
Are UTIs genetic?
Hello, and thanks for your question, In general, urinary tract infections are not genetic, but there may be some underlying factors that are such as narrow drainage tubes for urinary drainage that leads to retained fluid and bacteria. Sincerely, Andrew Brookens, MD READ MORE
What can be the cause of my dark colored urine?
Thanks for your question! There's a couple of thoughts that come to my mind. In a healthy 24 year old person, this is not a typical finding unless if you mean dark yellow in which case you might not be hydrating enough. However, if the urine is amber red or brown, is the truly unusual finding, and there's a few things that come to my mind. Number one, in a person who is very athletic or working out strenuously, there are certain conditions that lead to premature or excessive muscle breakdown and discolor the urine. Number two, there are certain medications. Color the urine darker. And number three, there are some more severe and concerning immune conditions that can color the urine dark. The first step is to take a urinalysis to see if there's actually blood in your urine. If we can be of any assistance in evaluating you, don't hesitate to let us know. Dr. B READ MORE
What are the treatment options for kidney stones?
Hello, Patients in this situation deserve a comprehensive nutritional evaluation as well as a 24hr urine test to assess for the type of stones they are making, and what can be done to prevent them. Best, AKH team READ MORE
Awards
- Doctor Kudos 2018 Lutheran Medical Center
- Doctor Kudos 2017 Lutheran Medical Center
- House Officer of the Week 2011 UW Internal Medicine Residency
- House Officer of the Week 2013 UW Internal Medicine Residency
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- National Kidney Foundation
Areas of research
Telehealth and nephrology, 12/18;
The kidney and marijuana, 12/18
Urgent-start PD, 6/17
Hyponatremia, 2015-2017
Thiazide diuretics: where are we at?, 9/15
ANCA-associated Vasculitis, 11/14, 6/15
Peripheral Artery Disease in dialysis patients, 5/15
Vitamin D levels and loss of glomerular filtration in a multiethnic population, 2014-15
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