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Christopher Carlos, MD

He | Him | HisNephrology
Kidney Disease (Nephrology) Parnassus
415-353-2507
Portrait of Christopher Carlos
Portrait of Christopher Carlos
ucsf logo

Christopher Carlos, MD

He | Him | HisNephrology
Kidney Disease (Nephrology) Parnassus
415-353-2507

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About me

Dr. Christopher Carlos is a nephrologist who specializes in treating patients with acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, hypertension or electrolyte imbalances. He particularly focuses on helping patients manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.

Carlos leads research to assess the potential impact of dialysis therapies on patients' physical function and well-being.

Carlos earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF, where he also completed a fellowship in nephrology.

Carlos is a member of the American Society of Nephrology and National Kidney Foundation.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Nephrology, American Board of Internal Medicine/Nephrology
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Fellowship

  • Nephrology, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Residency

  • Internal Medicine, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Degree

  • MD, Case Western Reserve University

My expertise

  • Specialties
    • Nephrology
  • Conditions
    • Renovascular Disease
    • Electrolyte Disorders
    • Amyloidosis
    • Nephrotic Syndrome
    • Lupus Nephritis
    • Kidney Stone
    • Renal Failure
    • Pyelonephritis
    • IgA Nephropathy

Locations

    Reviews

    Average rating

    4.9
    4.9 out of 5 Stars
    128 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      February 17, 2026

      Doctor Carlos takes the time to listen to me. His Resident is excellent. I always feel that decisions on my care, albeit my recently diagnosed Parkinson's or my chronic issues.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      February 16, 2026

      Dr. Thai Nguyen came in first and spent about 30 minutes with me and we (my wife was also with me) went through all our concerns. He explained in great length and left no "stone unturned." Dr. Nguyen showed great concern and knowledge always. He answered all our questions to our complete satisfaction. And then the "primary" doctor, Dr. Christopher Carlos came in next and spent another 30+ minutes with all of us. I could not have been more satisfied with their response. It all made sense. What a great team UCSF Nephro has!!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 18, 2025

      Dr Carlos is smart, knowledgeable, personable, has great bedside manner and truly cares about his patient's health. He explains things so the patient can understand it.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 10, 2025

      This nephrologist reached my highest expectations of care and reassurance of making the right choice of doctor in his field.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 14, 2025

      All good and explained in detail

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 12, 2025

      Excellent care provider

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