Namrata Sharma Goel
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
7015 Almeda Rd 3 Houston TX, 77054About
Dr. Namrata Goel is a nephrologist practicing in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Goel specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Goel most typically treats conditions like kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, polycystic 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.
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Persistent UTI?
As long as you have taken the antibiotics, you do not need to treat asymptomatic urinary tract infections, normal urine does have bacteria. If you have no pain or fever, you do not need more antibiotics, and you do not need more testing or doctor visits. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Kidney stone problems?
This is normal. You can call your Urologist who put in the stent to make sure the infection has resolved. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
I have blood in my urine?
Honestly, this sounds like a urinary tract infection. Can you go to a primary care doctor and send a urine culture off to make sure? I agree with 2L per day of fluids in the meantime. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
How long does blood in urine last with kidney stones?
As long as the kidney stone is in the kidney, you may continue to have blood in the urine. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
I don’t know if I should go back to the ER?
Yes, please go back to the ER. They need to clear you for chest pain as well as do a CT of the abdomen to look for a kidney stone and UTI. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Why does my urine have bubbles?
Urine bubbles indicate urine protein, which can mean early kidney damage. Please follow up with a nephrologist for complete tests. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Do I have a UTI?
Yes. Possibly it is a urinary tract infection. You need to go get a urine sample and urine culture done. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
I've got blood in my urine?
Possibly a urine infection or kidney stone. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Every time I lay down I have to pee?
You may have urinary retention. I recommend you see a urologist who can do a post-void urine trial. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Stomach pressure?
Sounds like you are passing a kidney stone. If the pain gets unbearable, he will have to go to a local ER. I recommend drinking a lot of water to continue peeing out the stone. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
I had wbc 30-35hpf in urinalysis?
You have a Urinary Tract Infection. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Should I wear diapers to bed?
Yes, that’s not a bad idea. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
How to stop blood in urine without going to doctors?
If you have burning on urination, it could be a urine infection, if you have a primary care doctor you can call them and see if they will prescribe you an antibiotic. If it persists, I suggest she go to a local ER and have them look for a kidney stone. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Kidney stone?
You may have an underlying urine infection, which a kidney stone can cause as well. A urine infection can make your sugars elevated. But the ER should be able to see that and, if it is positive, they should give you an antibiotic. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Kidney transplant medication?
Could be CMV infection, kidney transplant rejection, UTI - I would take the patient to the ER for full work-up. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Do I have a UTI?
Sounds like a urinary tract infection, you will need antibiotics. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Growths of spleen and dark spots on kidney and liver?
Could be emboli or blood clots. I recommend seeing a Nephrologist. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Allopurinol vs Adenuric?
Neither of them “treat” high creatinine. They both are uric acid-reducing medications. However, Adernuric is more kidney friendly if the creatinine is high. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
What foods cause kidney stones?
High calcium, dairy foods. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Can contrast dye damage kidneys?
Not if you have normal kidneys to start with, but drink a lot of water pre- and post-contrast. Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D. READ MORE
Internships
- Latin School of Chicago
Fellowships
- Baylor College of Medicine
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Nephrology
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Get to know Dr. Namrata Sharma Goel, who serves patients in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Goel is a nephrologist serving Houston and the surrounding communities. She holds expertise in Chronic Kidney disease, High Blood Pressure, Dialysis, Kidney Transplant, kidney stones, pregnancy Induced hypertension, and pre-ecclampsia.
She is associated with Houston Methodist – a leading academic medical center in the Texas Medical Center and six community hospitals serving the Greater Houston area. Each hospital is staffed by committed personnel who exemplify our I CARE values: integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence. Patient safety, quality and service are our highest priorities.
Dr. Goel received her Medical Degree (MD) from the Ross University School of Medicine in Roseau, Dominica in 2003. She completed an internship at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, and her residency at the University of Texas McGovern Medical School at Houston. Furthering her training she completed her nephrology fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine.
Dr. Goel maintains a professional membership with the American Society of Nephrology. ASN leads the fight to prevent, treat, and cure kidney diseases throughout the world by educating health professionals and scientists, advancing research and innovation, communicating new knowledge, and advocating for the highest quality care for patients.
She has been awarded the Outstanding Business Leader In Healthcare by The Houston Business Journal.
Nephrology is a specialty of medicine and pediatrics that concerns itself with the study of normal kidney function, kidney problems, the treatment of kidney problems and renal replacement therapy. As a nephrologist, Dr. Goel performs native kidney and transplant kidney biopsy, dialysis access insertion, fistula management, and bone biopsy.
With 9 years of experience in the field, Dr. Goel has treated thousands of patients.
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