Nephrology & Hypertension | King's Daughters Health System

Nephrology • Ashland, KY • Since 1899

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About

King's Daughters Medical Center (KDMC) is a nonprofit hospital system based in Ashland, Kentucky, affiliated with the University of Kentucky. It operates as a private, not-for-profit health system with 465 beds and a Level IV emergency department. KDMC provides comprehensive services including cardiology, neurology, nephrology and hypertension care, medical and surgical services, pediatrics, obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, and home/urgent care. The system is a major employer in Ashland and surrounding areas, with a broad presence in Kentucky and a footing in Ohio and beyond. Contact: 1-606-408-4000.

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Clinic Type

Nephrology

Address

2201 Lexington Ave., Ashland, KY 41101, US

Phone

6064084000

Email

pr@kdmc.kdhs.us

Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Website

https://www.kingsdaughtershealth.com/services/nephrology-hypertension/

Services Offered

nephrology
hypertension
kidney disease management
renal replacement therapy
hemodialysis
hypertension center
hypertension management
lifestyle modification counseling
nutrition/dietitian services
sleep apnea collaboration
on-site lab
blood work processing
specialty clinics
second opinion

Team

Hala Alshayeb, M.D. — M.D. Nephrology
J. Michael Kasey, D.O. — D.O. Nephrology
James Egel, M.D. — M.D. Nephrology
Jesse "Brent" Sergent, APRN — APRN Nephrology
Brian Gauze, APRN — APRN Nephrology
Heather Holton, APRN — APRN Nephrology
Amber Kirk, APRN — APRN Nephrology
Donald Hammonds, D.O. — D.O. Nephrology
Tracy Ricewick, APRN — APRN Nephrology
Ryann Pangan, M.D. — M.D. Nephrology

Insurance & Payment

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FAQs

What does the Nephrology & Hypertension clinic treat?

Treats patients with kidney disease and those requiring renal replacement therapy, including hemodialysis. Also focuses on hypertension management.

Does the Hypertension Center have any certifications?

Yes, recognized as a referral center for difficult hypertension cases and certified by the American Heart Association as a Hypertension Practice Center; one of the few in Kentucky and the U.S.

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

King's Daughters Health System Official Site: 4.8/5 (187 ratings) for specific provider (Ashli Bowling, APRN) (187 ratings)
US News & World Report: 5/5 (7 ratings) for specific provider (Dr. Ryann A. Pangan) (7 ratings)
WebMD: 1/5 (1 rating) for specific provider (Dr. Donald Hammonds) (1 rating)

Patients praise

professional, informative care
patient-focused interactions with specific providers
clear communication of health information

Common complaints

reports of perceived uncaring or rude bedside manner
individual provider low rating for patient satisfaction

"Very informative. Made sure I knew how to contact her. Good visit."

— King's Daughters Health System website (Ashli Bowling, APRN)

"my Nephrologist at Kings Daughters Ashland Kentucky. He is the worst, uncaring, ill mannered, and he treated me like I was white trash. is very rude."

— Yelp (Review of King's Daughters Hospital)

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].