Kidney Stone Prevention Specialist in Portland, Oregon
Personalized Kidney Stone Prevention to Help You Avoid Future Stones
If you've had a kidney stone, you know how painful it can be. Unfortunately, kidney stones often come back. Without identifying and treating the underlying cause, up to 50% of people will develop another stone within 5 to 10 years.
At Optima Kidney Care, our focus goes beyond treating the stone you already have—we specialize in preventing the next one. Through a comprehensive metabolic evaluation, including a 24-hour urine collection (Litholink®) when appropriate, we identify why you're forming stones and develop a personalized prevention plan based on your unique risk factors.
Led by Dr. Marilia Campos, a board-certified nephrologist, we care for patients throughout Sherwood, Portland, Tigard, Tualatin, Beaverton, Lake Oswego, West Linn, Wilsonville, and surrounding Oregon communities.
Schedule an appointment today to reduce your risk of future kidney stones.
Prevention Strategies & Lifestyle
Optimal Hydration
The most important step in prevention is maintaining a high urine volume to dilute stone-forming minerals.
Personalized Diet
Adjusting sodium, protein, and oxalate intake based on your specific stone type and urine chemistry results.
Metabolic Testing
Utilizing Litholink 24-hour urine analysis to reveal exactly why your body is forming kidney stones.
Comprehensive Stone Evaluation
We utilize the Litholink 24-hour urine collection service to gain a deep understanding of your metabolic profile. This advanced diagnostic tool identifies the exact biochemical imbalances leading to stone formation, allowing for a truly data-driven prevention strategy.
Why Choose Optima Kidney Care
- Specialized expertise in metabolic stone prevention
- Personalized dietary and lifestyle prescriptions based on lab results
- Longitudinal monitoring to ensure stone-free outcomes
- Direct access to Dr. Campos for continuous support
Kidney Stone FAQs
What exactly are kidney stones?
Kidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. They often occur when urine becomes concentrated, allowing minerals to crystallize and stick together.
What symptoms should I be aware of?
Common signs include severe, sharp pain in the side and back, pain that radiates to the lower abdomen and groin, pain during urination, and cloudy or foul-smelling urine.
How does a Litholink 24-hour urine test help?
A comprehensive evaluation using Litholink allows us to analyze the specific mineral composition of your urine over a full day. This data is critical for creating a personalized prevention plan that targets the root cause of stone formation.
Can kidney stones be prevented through lifestyle?
Yes. Many stones are highly preventable through personalized metabolic care, dietary adjustments, and proper hydration. Our goal is to shift the focus from acute treatment to long-term prevention.
Why choose Optima Kidney Care for stone prevention?
We provide expert, evidence-based care in a clinical yet warm environment. By focusing on detailed metabolic evaluations and unrushed consultations, we empower you with the knowledge to reduce your risk of recurrence.