How can I refer my patient to CHKD's nephrology practice?

  • Urgent consultations (providers) call Doctors Direct at (757) 668-9999
  • Non-urgent referrals (providers) call (757) 668-7244
  • Faxes (providers) can be sent to (757) 668-9814
  • Scheduling (families) can be made by calling (757) 668-7244

When will my patient be able to obtain an appointment?

Your patient's estimated wait time for an appointment is approximately six weeks, but could vary depending on location.

What work-up is needed prior to the first appointment?

No pre-referral work-up is needed, but we request that records be faxed to our office at (757) 668-9814 prior to scheduling an appointment.

Where will my patient be seen?

Nephrology offices are located at CHKD (Norfolk), Harbour View (Suffolk), Oakbrooke (Chesapeake), Oyster Point (Newport News), Concert Drive (Virginia Beach), Lightfoot (Williamsburg).