KIDNEY CARE - HEALTHIER LIFE
A Thoughtful, Personalized
Approach to Kidney Health
Welcome. I’m Dr. Gaytri Manek, a board-certified nephrologist dedicated to caring for patients with kidney disease through a conservative, personalized, and integrative approach to kidney health.
Kidney disease affects more than just lab numbers, it affects your daily life, your energy, your goals, and your sense of well-being.
My philosophy is simple: treat the person, not just the kidneys.
CARE THAT FITS YOUR LIFE:
EVERY PATIENT IS DIFFERENT:
Your medical needs, personal priorities, cultural values, and lifestyle all matter. I take the time to listen, educate, and partner with you to create a treatment plan that is both medically sound and realistic for your life.
When medications are needed, they are chosen thoughtfully and carefully. When lifestyle changes can make a meaningful impact, we focus there first. The goal is not just to manage disease—but to support long-term health, independence, and quality of life.
Rather than rushing to medications when they may not be necessary, I focus on understanding the root causes of kidney disease and using lifestyle-centered strategies—including nutrition, blood pressure optimization, movement, stress management, and sustainable daily habits—to help slow disease progression and preserve kidney function for as long as possible.
A COLLABORATIVE , HOLISTIC APROACH:
MY APROACH TO CARE IS:
Conservative – avoiding unnecessary medications and interventions when possible
Preventive – focusing on slowing progression and protecting kidney function
Holistic – considering physical, emotional, and lifestyle factors
Collaborative – empowering you with knowledge and shared decision-making
You deserve care that is unhurried, compassionate, and tailored to you.
If you’re looking for a nephrologist who values wellness, education, and personalized care, I welcome you to begin your journey toward better kidney health with me.
Learning Center
EDUCATE YOURSELF

CKD
CKD, or Chronic Kidney Disease, is defined the presence of reduced kidney function for more than 3 months OR the presence of ‘kidney damage’.

HEALTHY LIVING
Healthy living is the art of balance nourishing, moving, and resting with intention to thrive, balance is always key in every aspect.

TREATMENT
Healing is the process of restoring balance addressing damage, rebuilding strength, and reclaiming wellness. it's the daily work of repair, adaptation, and moving forward.
Meet Our Staff
YOUR PARTNERS IN KIDNEY HEALTH
Meet the compassionate experts behind your care.
Our team combines unmatched nephrology expertise with a deeply
personal approach to your wellbeing.

Gaytri Gandotra, M.D.
Nephrologist

Virginia
Office Manager

