about Associates In Nephrology
Founded in 1971, AIN has attended to the needs of patients with kidney disease throughout Chicagoland for over 50 years.
about Associates
In Nephrology
Founded in 1971, AIN has attended to the needs of patients with kidney disease throughout Chicagoland for over 50 years.
Who We Are
With a current physician staff of more than 45 Nephrologists, we have the personnel to provide exceptional, comprehensive, and cost-effective care to our patients. Unsurpassed excellence is our standard. Passionate and compassionate care is our mission.
Partnering With The Best In Kidney Health
Services We Provide
AIN is proud to offer a wide range of kidney treatments and patient support through our physician network and affiliate facilities, including:
Assessment of Kidney Function
We use advanced diagnostic tools and lab testing to evaluate kidney performance, detect early signs of dysfunction, and monitor disease progression. Early and accurate assessment is key to preventing complications and preserving kidney health.
Treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Our team specializes in managing all stages of CKD with a personalized, evidence-based approach. We focus on slowing disease progression, managing symptoms, and improving quality of life through medication, lifestyle guidance, and coordinated care.
Vascular Access Services
For patients requiring dialysis, we provide expert evaluation and coordination of vascular access procedures, including fistulas and grafts. Proper access is essential for effective dialysis and long-term treatment success.
Dialysis Care
We offer both in-center and home dialysis options tailored to each patient’s lifestyle and medical needs. Our goal is to provide safe, effective, and convenient dialysis therapies that support independence and well-being.
Community Focused
Every year, you can find our physicians and support staff representing AIN at these wonderful events in our area!
- Walk for Kidneys
- World Kidney Day
- Gift of Life Gala
- Konica Minolta Golf Classic
Core Values
Quality of Care:
Patient-centered care to produce desired health outcomes.
Excellence:
Striving for the best efforts to achieve excellence and continuous improvement.
Compassion:
Genuine concern for the needs of patients and others, showing empathy without judgment.
Innovation:
Valuing out-of-the-box thinking to develop solutions for complex challenges.
Growth:
Constantly seeking ways to improve patient success and never being satisfied with the status quo.
Integrity:
Being honest, trustworthy, and adhering to high moral principles and professional standards.
Respect:
Being respectful, helpful, and supportive to both patients and colleagues regardless of organizational level.
Transparency:
Being open to feedback. Clear and honest in communication.
Self-Motivation:
Internally determined to produce, achieve, and develop.
Strong Work Ethic:
Working smart, being dedicated to the craft, and maintaining professionalism consistently.
Flexibility:
Being adaptable to change, open-minded to innovative ideas, and willing to make compromises.
Team Spirit:
Promoting teamwork actively, contributing effectively to positive work environments, and taking individual responsibility within teams.
Our Team
Jawad Munir, M.D.
Vice President
Amit Mitra, M.D.
President
Madhav Rao, M.D.
Secretary/Treasurer
management team
- Jill Jaksich – Director of Clinical Operations
- Julie Kee – Human Resources Manager
- Trisha Japlit-Lee – Finance and Marketing Manager
- Mario Armas – IT Manager
It's Time To Restore Kidney Health
For over 50 years, our Chicagoland area physicians have been recognized for their innovative patient service programs and for actively engaging in local outreach
efforts. Contact us today to experience the AIN difference.
