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JK Nephrology and Hypertension

About us

       Board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Nephrology, our physicians bring extensive experience as former clinical faculty at some of the most prestigious academic hospitals in the United States. Each patient receives thoughtful, personalized care, not only for kidney health, but for overall well-being.

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       In addition to outpatient care, our physicians actively provide inpatient consultations at top regional hospitals including Englewood Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, and

Holy Name Hospital.

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    If a patient is hospitalized at any of these institutions, our team will personally visit and provide inpatient care, ensuring continuity between

clinic and hospital.


       We believe in seamless, consistent care

wherever you are.

Our Doctors

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Medical Director

John Kang, M.D.

    Dr. Kang completed his Internal Medicine residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York and went on to complete his nephrology fellowship at New York Medical College.

    He is board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Nephrology. During his tenure as a clinical faculty member at Montefiore Medical Center, he was actively involved in the education of Internal Medicine residents and Nephrology fellows. He also served as the lead nephrologist for critical care, overseeing the management of complex ICU patients.

    Currently, as the Medical Director of

    JK Nephrology, Dr. Kang provides outpatient care primarily for the Korean community in Fort Lee, NJ. In addition, he remains actively involved in inpatient nephrology and dialysis care at major hospitals in the region, including Englewood Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, and Holy Name Hospital.

    Dr. Kang is fluent in both English and Korean.

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    Associate Medical Director

    KwonSoo Kim, M.D.

      Dr. Kim completed his Internal Medicine residency at New York Medical College and went on to complete his Nephrology fellowship at Boston University.

      He is board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Nephrology. He previously served as a clinical faculty member at Pennsylvania Hospital, part of the University of Pennsylvania Health System, where he was actively involved in the education and training of internal medicine residents.

      Currently, as the Associate Medical Director of JK Nephrology, Dr. Kim provides outpatient care for the Hispanic and Korean community in Fort Lee, NJ, and continues to manage inpatient and dialysis patients at major regional hospitals including Englewood Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, and Holy Name Hospital.

      Dr. Kim is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish

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      The physicians at JK Nephrology are active contributors to Biondwi,

      Korea’s largest medical education platform, where they regularly present on kidney disease and hypertension, delivering up-to-date medical insights based on international guidelines and real-world clinical experience

      Services

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      Kidney Disease
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      Hematuria
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      Hypertension
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      Hyponatremia
      Kidney Stones
      Hyperkalemia
      Proteinuria
      Gout
      Post-transplant care
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      Obesity
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      Testimonials

      "Finally, highly-qualified, polite, and considerate doctor who can manage my Korean parents' blood pressure and cholesterol levels without someone present to translate!

      Thank you!!!!!"

      Contact us

      1590 Lemoine Ave #102, Fort Lee, NJ 07024

      Phone: 201-491-0050   Fax: 201-491-0060

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