Balboa Nephrology | 2,290 followers on LinkedIn. Our mission is to reduce the impact of kidney disease on each person, their families, our communities, and society. | Balboa Nephrology was founded in 1973 in San Diego and has grown to be recognized as a national leader in quality and outcomes-oriented care. A recipient of the Renal Physicians Association Exemplary Practice Award, Balboa Nephrology has grown from two physicians to a comprehensive nephrology team of 56 board-certified physicians and 8 advanced care practitioners and is a recognized leader in quality, outcomes, and value-based care. From humble beginnings to becoming a trusted name, Balboa Nephrology has evolved with the changing needs of our community, driven by our mission to improve kidney health.