Last reviewed by Dr. Leena Joshi, MD, August 2026
Dr. Leena Joshi, MD is a board-certified nephrologist (Internal Medicine and Nephrology) with more than 16 years of clinical experience. She trained in nephrology at the University of Chicago and sees adult patients with kidney disease 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. Call (650) 355-5551.
Education, training, and board certification
- Board certifications: Internal Medicine and Nephrology
- Nephrology fellowship: University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
- Internal medicine residency: Louis A. Weiss Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL (3 years)
- Medical degree: BJ Medical College, Pune, India
- NPI: 1003076597 (NPPES registry)
- Languages: English, Hindi, Marathi
Hospital affiliations
- Sutter Health Mills Peninsula Medical Center, Burlingame
- Seton Medical Center, Daly City
- Satellite Health Care dialysis centers, Bay Area
How does Dr. Joshi approach kidney care?
Preventive and collaborative. She listens first, then explains what your labs mean and why the plan is the plan, whether that is blood pressure control, diet, kidney-protective medicines, or planning for dialysis or transplant. Her goal is the longest possible life for your own kidney function, and a good quality of life if kidney replacement is ever needed. She works with your primary care doctor and other specialists from one shared plan and sends notes after every visit.
Why nephrology?
Nephrology combines complex physiology with long-term relationships. Dr. Joshi chose it for the chance to slow disease early, prevent complications, and follow patients for years, through conservative management, dialysis, or transplant care.
What outcomes matter most to Dr. Joshi?
Extending the life of a patient’s own kidneys by managing conditions such as resistant hypertension and diabetic kidney disease early and closely, and, when dialysis is needed, helping patients master home therapies that keep their independence and lifestyle.
What should patients expect?
- To feel heard: your concerns and lifestyle shape the plan
- To leave with a clear understanding of your lab results and the reason for each recommendation
- To feel less overwhelmed and more able to manage your kidney health
Verify credentials and reviews
NPPES registry, NPI 1003076597 (Internal Medicine, Nephrology) and Dr. Joshi’s Google listing (5.0 rating, 2 reviews). Read her Kidney Health Library articles, each reviewed and dated.
Where does Dr. Joshi see patients?
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. Visits are by appointment only.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Leena Joshi board-certified?
Yes. Dr. Joshi is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology. Her NPI record (1003076597) lists Internal Medicine, Nephrology as her specialty.
Where did Dr. Joshi train?
Nephrology fellowship at the University of Chicago; internal medicine residency at Louis A. Weiss Memorial Hospital in Chicago; medical degree from BJ Medical College, Pune.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joshi affiliated with?
Sutter Health Mills Peninsula Medical Center in Burlingame, Seton Medical Center in Daly City, and Satellite Health Care dialysis centers in the Bay Area.
What languages does Dr. Joshi speak?
English, Hindi, and Marathi.
How do I book with Dr. Joshi?
Ask your doctor for a referral, then call (650) 355-5551. New patient appointments are typically available within days at the Burlingame or Daly City office. Visits are by appointment only.
Schedule an appointment
Call (650) 355-5551. A referral is required; new patient appointments are typically available within days.