Dr. Daniel Schwartz is a nephrologist and Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of British Columbia. He is medical lead of the Fraser Health home dialysis program and provides kidney care in New Westminster and across Fraser Health.
His clinical work focuses on chronic kidney disease, difficult-to-control hypertension, cardio-metabolic risk reduction, peritoneal dialysis, interventional nephrology, and acute nephrology care. He works with patients to reduce the risk of kidney disease progression through lifestyle measures, evidence-based medication, careful monitoring, and referral to other specialists when appropriate.
Dr. Schwartz is a strong supporter of home and independent dialysis. His professional interests also include knowledge translation, medical education, and the use of information technology to improve clinical care. He has created online and mobile medical-education resources, including QxMD, and collaborates with medical-education partners.
This website is intended for patients, caregivers, clinicians, educators, and members of the public looking for reliable information about Dr. Schwartz’s practice and his educational writing on kidney disease, hypertension, dialysis, medication access, and health policy. Articles are provided for general education and should not be treated as individualized medical advice.
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