Nephrology
Kevin Finkel, M.D.
Chief, Critical Care Nephrology
Houston, TX
Dr. Kevin W. Finkel, MD, is a professor of medicine and vice-chair of the Division of Renal Diseases and Hypertension at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, where he also serves as division director and chief of critical care nephrology. His subspecialty focus is critical care nephrology, treating conditions such as acute kidney injury (AKI), intensive care nephrology needs, and renal diseases in cancer patients. He manages complex cases in critically ill adults, includi
35+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
- Nephrology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Medical School: McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston (MD, 1987)
- Residency: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University (Internal Medicine, 1987-1990)
- Fellowship: Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium (Nephrology, 1991-1994)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
2014
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Critical Care Nephrology
Conditions & Treatments
Acute Kidney InjuryChronic Kidney DiseaseDialysisKidney Transplant
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital
- Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center
- Memorial Hermann
Languages
English
Experience
35+ years in practice