Last reviewed by Dr. Leena Joshi, MD, August 2026
Dr. Leena Joshi, MD is a board-certified nephrologist who diagnoses and manages the full range of adult kidney conditions at two offices, 1750 El Camino Real, Suite 301 in Burlingame and 1800 Sullivan Ave, Suite 507 in Daly City. New patient appointments are typically available within days at both offices. A referral from your doctor is required. Each service below links to its own page with symptoms, treatment, and FAQs. Call (650) 355-5551 to schedule.
Which kidney conditions does Dr. Joshi treat?
Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Staging by eGFR and urine albumin, then a plan to slow the decline: blood pressure and blood sugar control, kidney-protective medicines, diet matched to your labs, and a monitoring schedule.
Diabetic kidney disease
Early intervention when protein appears in the urine or eGFR starts to fall, coordinated with your diabetes care team.
High blood pressure and the kidneys
Hypertension is both a cause and a result of kidney disease. Dr. Joshi manages resistant blood pressure with kidney protection as the goal.
Kidney stones
Finding why you form stones (24-hour urine, stone analysis) and preventing the next one, alongside your urologist for any stone that needs removal.
Polycystic kidney disease
Long-term management of this inherited condition, focused on slowing cyst growth and treating complications.
Lupus nephritis and autoimmune kidney disease
Kidney involvement in lupus and related conditions, coordinated with rheumatology.
Protein in the urine (proteinuria)
Finding the cause of albumin or protein in the urine, often the earliest sign of kidney damage.
Acute kidney injury
Prompt evaluation of a sudden drop in kidney function and coordination of urgent care when needed.
Dialysis planning, options, and home dialysis
When kidney function is low, Dr. Joshi plans ahead: in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and home dialysis, plus help choosing a dialysis center.
Kidney lab results and monitoring
Plain-language interpretation of eGFR, creatinine, BUN, and urine ACR, and a monitoring plan for at-risk patients.
Not sure whether you need a nephrologist?
Read when to see a nephrologist (lab thresholds, conditions, and symptoms that usually lead to a referral) or what to expect at your first appointment.
How does Dr. Joshi approach kidney care?
Preventive and collaborative. She looks for the cause, not just the number; explains your labs in plain language; works with your primary care doctor and other specialists from one plan; and starts conversations about dialysis or transplant well before they are urgent. Visits are by appointment only.
Where and how do I schedule?
Burlingame office
- 1750 El Camino Real, Suite 301, Burlingame, CA 94010
- Affiliated with Sutter Health Mills Peninsula Medical Center
- Parking on site. Caltrain and US-101 access. Serves San Mateo, Millbrae, Belmont, Foster City, San Carlos, and Redwood City.
- Burlingame office details and directions
Daly City office
- 1800 Sullivan Ave, Suite 507, Daly City, CA 94015
- Affiliated with Seton Medical Center
- Parking on site. Short ride from Daly City BART. Serves Daly City, South San Francisco, Pacifica, Colma, and San Francisco.
- Daly City office details and directions
Both offices share one phone number, (650) 355-5551, and one fax, (650) 263-7267. Dr. Joshi accepts most major insurances, including HMO, PPO, Medicare, and Medicaid (Medi-Cal). See new patient information.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a referral for nephrology services?
Yes. A referral is always required to see a nephrologist. Once it arrives, appointments are typically available within days at either office.
Does Dr. Joshi perform surgery or remove kidney stones?
No. Nephrologists diagnose and manage kidney disease medically. Stone removal and other procedures are done by a urologist, and Dr. Joshi coordinates with them.
Does Dr. Joshi manage dialysis?
Yes. She plans dialysis when kidney function is low, discusses in-center, peritoneal, and home options, and follows patients on dialysis.
Which insurance is accepted?
Most major insurances, including HMO, PPO, Medicare, and Medicaid (Medi-Cal). Call (650) 355-5551 to confirm your plan.
Schedule an appointment
Call (650) 355-5551. New patient appointments are typically available within days at both offices.