Desert Kidney Associates | Kidney Specialists in Arizona
Nephrology • Mesa, AZ • Since 2000 • Multiple locations in Arizona (Mesa main office and various Desert Kidney locations) locations
About
Desert Kidney Associates, PLC is a Mesa, Arizona-based medical practice specializing in kidney care. Founded in 2000, the practice focuses on patient-centered, innovative kidney health services. It operates as a public company with 9 staff and has a presence in the Philippines. Contact: (480) 834-9039. Main focus areas include kidney health, hypertension, and chronic kidney care. Website: desertkidney.com.
Clinic Type
Nephrology
Address
612 W. Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ 85210
Phone
480-834-9039
kcotto@desertkidneymd.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
Current Offers
New Patient Welcome / First Appointment Availability
FAQs
How soon can I get an appointment after referral?
New patient appointments are scheduled within days of referral; first appointment within 48 hours in some contexts.
What services do you offer for chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
We offer a comprehensive range of services for chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its associated complications.
How soon can I get an appointment after a referral?
You’ll receive an appointment within 48 hours of your referral.
Do you have board-certified nephrologists on staff?
Yes, appointments are with board-certified nephrologists.
Do you offer new patient information or how to refer a patient?
Yes, there are resources for new patients and a process to refer a patient.
Where can I find useful links and locations?
Useful Links and locations are listed on the website, including main office and multiple desert Kidney locations.
What are the contact options for patients?
contact options include phone and online patient resources; see contact and new patient pages for details.
What are the insurance and financial policies?
There are dedicated pages detailing the insurance and financial policies.
Where is the main office located?
Main Office: 612 W. Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ 85210.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Yelp/MapQuest: 3.0/5 stars (9 reviews (on Yelp))
Patients praise
- Physicians praised for being personable, professional, and attentive
- Some patients report positive bedside manner and clear communication from doctors
- Clean and comfortable office environment in some locations
Common complaints
- Long wait times in the office
- Difficulties with front office staff and phone communication
- Allegations of unnecessary medical procedures or improper care
- Reports of unprofessional conduct by medical staff
- High-stress work environment and management issues (staff reviews)
"Front office staff sucks! First, they never answer the phone or call you back. Second, expect to wait forever in the lobby for your actual appointment. took my mom n I waited over 2 hours. BS!"
— Yelp review (via MapQuest)"Dr. Gautam Choure, MD is very helpful and patient with my mom. He explains the situation or issues very well. I am very pleased with his service."
— LocalityBiz review"Just horrible. Placed on dialysis in 2020 at this place... They place me on super early to generate income. Just sad that no one will hold them accountable for wasting money or resources."
— LocalityBiz reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- June A. Lee - Nurse Practitioner in Mesa, AZ — May 14, 2026
- JUNAID QURESHI — Jun 10, 2026
- Kathy Lazarick — May 27, 2026
- Marylou Morales — Jun 15, 2026
- Dr. Sasha Pannu, MD - Mesa, AZ - Pediatric Nephrology - Schedule Appointment — Nov 2, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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