Dr. Harold A Franch M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
1365 Clifton Rd Ne Bldg B The Emory Cli Atlanta GA, 30322Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Harold Franch is a nephrologist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Franch specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Franch 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
Univ of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1988
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Modification of the epidermal growth factor response by ammonia in renal cell hypertrophy.
- A mechanism regulating proteolysis of specific proteins during renal tubular cell growth.
- Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase activity is required for epidermal growth factor to suppress proteolysis.
- Pathways of proteolysis affecting renal cell growth.
- Suppression of chaperone-mediated autophagy in the renal cortex during acute diabetes mellitus.
- Molecular signaling pathways regulating muscle proteolysis during atrophy.
- Diet and lifestyle recommendations revision 2006: a scientific statement from the American Heart Association Nutrition Committee.
- Akt and Mammalian target of rapamycin regulate separate systems of proteolysis in renal tubular cells.
- Summary of American Heart Association Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations revision 2006.
- Kidney growth during catabolic illness: what it does not destroy makes it grow stronger.
- Nutrition and muscle catabolism in maintenance hemodialysis: does feeding make muscle cells selective self-eaters?
- Getting to the meat of the matter: beyond protein supplementation in maintenance dialysis.
- Nutritional considerations in kidney disease: Core Curriculum 2010.
- Evaluating parents and adult caregivers as "agents of change" for treating obese children: evidence for parent behavior change strategies and research gaps: a scientific statement from the American Heart Association.
- Etiology of the protein-energy wasting syndrome in chronic kidney disease: a consensus statement from the International Society of Renal Nutrition and Metabolism (ISRNM).
Professional Memberships
- Member Emory Healthcare Network Physician
Fellowships
- University of Texas Southwestern Parkland, Dallas, TX
Dr. Harold A Franch M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1365 Clifton Rd Ne Bldg B The Emory Clinic - Nephrology
1365 Clifton Rd Ne Bldg B The Emory Cli -Atlanta, GA 30322Get Direction
Dr. Harold A Franch M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Franch
Recommended Articles
![]()
Is There an Early Diagnosis Possible in Hyperkalemia?The human body is made up of certain minerals, each of which has a role to play to ensure a smooth function of the body. The body is considered healthy and working to its best ability when the prescribed balance of these minerals is maintained. When these minerals are lower or higher than the...
- What Medical Conditions Are Associated with Blood in Urine?
Introduction:Blood in urine is more often than not a sign that there is something amiss in the body. It may signal a minor infection that need not worry you, but it could also be pointing to something more serious that is still undetected. Even if you appear to be in reasonably good health, it is...
![]()
Leukocyte Esterase TestLeukocyte Esterase Urine TestLeukocyte esterase (LE) is an esterase produced by white blood cells (WBCs) or leukocytes. A leukocyte esterase test is a urine test used to detect the presence of white blood cells and other health conditions associated with infection.Normally, leukocyte esterase...
![]()
What Causes Tingling in Feet?IntroductionA tingling sensation in the feet is a common concern among people. This sensation tends to be a similar feeling to the pins and needles effect. Some people may even feel pain and numbness in their feet along with a tingling sensation, which can be bothersome. However, it is not usually a...
![]()
Will My Kidney Stones Result in Future Kidney Problems?A kidney stone is a condition that occurs when the minerals and salts present in the urine become concentrated in high levels and eventually tend to crystallize. These crystallized formations can be seen as stones, and they often stick together. Kidney stones mostly form in the kidney. They start as...
![]()
How to Prevent UTIsA urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common infection in any part of the urinary or renal system (urethra, ureters, bladder, and kidneys). In fact, it is the second most common type of infection among adults. Besides being responsible for over 8 million visits to healthcare professionals every year,...
Nearby Providers
![]()
Dr. Kristy Bearden Linder DO1364 CLIFTON RD NE ATLANTA GA 30322![]()
Dr. Susan C Hill M.D.5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne Atlanta GA 30342![]()
Dr. Lynn Ellen Schlanger M.D.1670 Clairmont Rd Decatur GA 30033![]()
Dr. Akin Ogundipe M.D.55 Whitcher St NE Marietta GA 30060![]()
Dr. Edrea Gaye Jones MD105 Collier Rd Nw Atlanta GA 30309![]()
Dr. Erica Lyn Hartmann MD1968 Peachtree Rd Nw Atlanta GA 30309
Nearest Hospitals
EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITALl
1364 CLIFTON ROAD, NE ATLANTA GA 30322CHILDREN'S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA AT EGLESTONl
1405 CLIFTON ROAD, NE ATLANTA GA 30322