S. Ted Shaikewitz

Dr. Shaikewitz was raised in St Louis, Missouri. He earned his undergraduate degree at Stanford University, and completed his medical degree and internal medicine training at Washington University of St. Louis. He finished a nephrology fellowship while attending the  University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, followed by a transplant nephrology fellowship at Oregon Health Sciences University. Dr. Shaikewitz is board certified in internal medicine and nephrology and UNOS certified in transplantation. He has been with the practice since 1998. He is now Chief of Nephrology at Durham Regional Hospital, Consulting Associate Professor at Duke, and Chair of the Durham Regional Hospital Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.

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05.30.2025 The Role of Sleep in Kidney Health: Why Rest Matters

Sleep plays a vital role in maintaining overall health and well-being. However, its impact on kidney health often goes unnoticed. For individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD), sleep is more than a nightly ritual—it’s a cornerstone of better management and improved outcomes. From disrupted rest to conditions like apnea and restless leg syndrome, the connection […]

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