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Research
Our research helps improve outcomes for children with kidney disease. Our work in bone and mineral disorders, hypertension and kidney stone disease is recognized globally.
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Education
Since 1966, we have trained research scientists, outstanding clinicians and leaders in academic medicine. Our students and residents train at Benioff Children’s Hospitals.
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Care
We treat children with kidney and urinary tract disease and kidney failure, and patients who require acute or chronic peritoneal hemodialysis and kidney transplants.