Dr. Allen Kaufman

Dr. Allen Kaufman is the Chief Medical Officer and Senior VP for Clinical & Scientific Affairs at Dialyze Direct, with over four decades of experience in Nephrology. He began his career in 1980 and has held leadership roles including Chief of Nephrology & Hypertension at Beth Israel Medical Center (1998–2004), Chief of Dialysis at the Bronx VA Medical Center (1982–1990), and Chief of the Yorkville Dialysis Unit at Beth Israel and the Renal Research Institute (1990–2000). Dr. Kaufman has authored over 100 scientific publications and served as Principal or Co-Investigator on numerous NIH-funded research studies. A Fellow of the American College of Physicians, he is board-certified in Nephrology and Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester and completed training at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Mount Sinai in New York. Dr. Kaufman is widely recognized with multiple “Best Doctor” and “Patients’ Choice” awards.

Contributions

Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know

September 18, 2025 • Kidney Disease

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing health concern, affecting 1 in 7 adults in the United States, nearly 37 million people, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Alarmingly, 90% of those with CKD are unaware they have it until the disease has progressed to more severe stages (National Institute of […]

Early Warning Signs of Kidney Disease – Recognizing Symptoms Before Crisis

July 8, 2025 • Kidney Disease

Kidney disease is often referred to as a “silent killer” because it can develop with little to no symptoms in its early stages. However, recognizing the warning signs early can help you take proactive steps to protect your kidney health and prevent further complications. Here’s what you need to know about the early signs of […]

Recognizing the Signs of Chronic Kidney Disease: When to Get Checked

July 7, 2025 • Blog

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) often progresses quietly, many people don’t realize there’s a problem until it’s fairly advanced. That’s why it’s important to understand what signs to look for and when to seek medical attention. CKD can develop slowly over months or years, and the symptoms can be vague at first. But paying attention to […]