Theodore Bourls Stem JR., MD
Theodore Bourls Stem JR., MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Kidney Disease
- Renal Disorders
- Diabetes and Diabetic Kidney Disease
Conditions and Treatments
- Dialysis
- Hemodialysis
- In-Center Nocturnal Dialysis
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Home Hemodialysis
- Intravenous Infusion Therapy
- Erythropoiesis Stimulating Agents
- In-Center Hemodialysis
- Isolated Extracorporeal Ultrafiltration
- Nocturnal Hemodialysis
- Renal Disorders
- Tuberous Sclerosis
- Von Hippel-Lindau Syndrome
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Alport Syndrome
- ANCA Vasculitis
- APOL1 Mutations
- Bartter Syndrome
- Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Chronic Nephritis
- Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract (CAKUT)
- Cryoglobuinemia
- Dense Deposit Disease (MPGN Type 2)
- Diffuse Mesangial Sclerosis
- Fabry Disease
- Fibrillary Glomerulonephritis
- Gitelman Syndrome
- Hematuria (Pediatric)
- Hepatorenal Syndrome
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperoxaluria
- Hypomagnesemia
- IgA Nephropathy
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Kidney Injury
- Liddle Syndrome
- Loin Pain Hematuria
- Malignancy-Associated Kidney Disease
- Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis
- Metabolic Acidosis
- Milk-Alkalai Syndrome
- Myeloproliferative Neoplams and Glomerulopathy
- Nephrocalcinosis
- Oxalate Nephropathy
- Polyarteritis Nodosa
- Post-Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis
- Pseudohyperaldosteronism
- Pyelonephritis (Kidney Infection)
- Rapidly Progessive Glomerulonephritis
- Renal Artery Aneurysm
- Renal Cyst
- Renal Tubular Acidosis
- Renin Secreting Tumors (Juxtaglomerular Cell Tumor)
- Sarcoidosis Renal Disease
- Thin Basement Membrane Disease
- Urinary Tract Infection/Inflammation
- Vancomycin-Associated Nephropathy
- Wegener's Granulomatosis
- Mucin-1 Kidney Disease
- Ultrafiltration
- Diabetes and Diabetic Kidney Disease
- Proteinuria (Protein in Urine)
- Hypercalcemia
- Acute Nephritic Syndrome
- Amyloidosis
- Anemia
- Apparent Mineralocorticoid Excess Syndrome
- C1q Nephropathy
- Cholesterol Emboli
- Churg-Strauss Syndrome
- Contrast Nephropathy
- Cystic Kidney Disease, Acquired
- Dent Disease (X-linked Recessive Nephrolithiasis)
- Drug-Induced Kidney Disease
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia
- Fibronectin Glomerulopathy
- Glomerular Disease
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
- HNF1B-related Autosomal Dominant Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
- Hypermagnesemia
- Hyperphosphatemia
- Hyponatremia
- IgG4 Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage
- Kidney Stones (Adult)
- Light Chain Deposition Disease
- Lupus Kidney Disease
- Malignant Hypertension
- Membranous Nephropathy
- Metabolic Alkalosis
- Minimal Change Disease
- Nail-Patella Syndrome
- Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
- Page Kidney
- Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Preeclampsia
- Pseudohypoparathyroidism
- Pyonephrosis
- Reflux Nephropathy
- Renal Artery Embolism
- Renal Infarction
- Renal Vein Thrombosis
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Scleroderma Renal Crisis
- Tumor Lysis Syndrome
- Urinary Tract Obstruction
- Waldenstroms' Macroglobulinemic Glomerulonephritis
- Hematuria (Adult)
- Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Multiple Myeloma
- Hypocalcemia
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- Analgesic Nephropathy
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Atheroembolic Renal Disease
- Calcineurin Inhibitor Nephrotoxicity
- Kidney Failure
- Collapsing Glomerulopathy
- Cortical Necrosis
- Cystinuria
- Diabetes Insipidus
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Fanconi Syndrome
- Genetic Diseases
- Goodpasture Syndrome
- Hepatitis C-Associated Renal Disease
- Hyperaldosteronism
- Hypernatremia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypophosphatemia
- Immunotactoid Glomerulopathy
- Kidney Infection
- Lead Nephropathy and Lead-Related Nephrotoxicity
- Lithium Nephrotoxicity
- Lupus, Systemic Lupus Erythematosis
- Medullary Sponge Kidney
- MesoAmerican Nephropathy
- Microscopic Polyangiitis
- MUC1 Nephropathy
- Necrotizing Glomerulonephritis
- Nephrosis
- Papillary Necrosis
- Post-Infectious Glomerulonephritis
- Proliferative Glomerulonephritis with Monoclonal IgG Deposits (Nasr Disease)
- Pulmonary-Renal Syndrome
- Radiation Nephropathy
- Renal Agenesis
- Renal Artery Stenosis
- Renal Osteodystrophy
- Renin Mutations and Autosomal Dominant Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
- Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Renal Disease
- Sickle Cell Nephropathy
- Uremia
- Uromodulin-Associated Kidney Disease
- Warfarin-Related Nephropathy
- Inherited Kidney Disease
Ratings and Reviews
4.7202 Ratings 67 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 4.7 |
| Cared about me | 4.7 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.7 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.7 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- September 16, 2023 Dr. Stem has been very attentive with my care and seems so patient with my questions, concerns, and unique personal views about my condition. I just wish he was forty years younger so he could help lots of folks for many, many more years.
- September 14, 2023 He was very nice and explained everything.
- September 10, 2023 Dr. Stem took the time to answer my questions and addressed my concerns. He is very caring and concerned about his patients needs. I would recommend him to everyone that needs a kidney specialist.
- August 31, 2023 Efficient, honest and truthful.
- August 30, 2023 Dr Stem could not be more compassionate and professional. He is an excellent doctor and I feel very fortunate that he is my care provider with my health issues. I always feel more positive about my condition after I speak with him.
- August 26, 2023 top notch not just a Dr but like a friend
- August 26, 2023 Asked a lot of questions, did not feel rushed at all.
- August 15, 2023 Good visit
- August 11, 2023 Dr Stem is very professional and caring.
- August 9, 2023 The consistency of the various staff and providers is impressive. Thank you.
- August 9, 2023 I am thankful to God for having Dr. Stem as my doctor. They don’t come any better than him.
- July 13, 2023 Dr Stem has always been thorough and I couldn’t ask for a more qualified Doctor.
- July 13, 2023 He is great.
- July 13, 2023 Dr Stem has perfect beside man's. Is really good with patients
- July 7, 2023 Dr. Stem always makes me feel that I can ask him anything. He goes over everything and asks if I have any questions.
- July 5, 2023 Dr. Stem is a good doctor. We have a good understanding of each other.
- June 28, 2023 Knowledgeable and genuine
- June 28, 2023 Dr. Stem is undoubtedly the most caring and engaged provider I have ever encountered. He listens to me, and keeps me updated on progress. He thoroughly discusses my lab results and their implications and offers advice to keep my prognosis positive.
- June 28, 2023 Dr. Stem is knowledgeable, professional, and kind.
- June 14, 2023 I enjoy having Dr. Stem as my physician.
- June 13, 2023 Dr stem is very patient and caring. He has me participate in my care plan and listens to any concerns I may have
- June 7, 2023 Very good and gathered prior medical info
- June 6, 2023 Dr. Stem was very friendly and helpful in explaining in layman’s terms exactly what my condition is. I was nervous when I arrived but with his calm demeanor I was able to relax & my blood pressure lowered. I would refer anyone who needed renal attention to ask for his services.
- June 2, 2023 Friendly and informative
- May 25, 2023 He is one of my favorite Drs in the world! He listens, takes his time, explains everything, and is very thorough.
- May 18, 2023 Best doctor
- May 17, 2023 Thoughtful, knowledgeable and spends time listening and explaining ??
- May 12, 2023 Dr. Stem is friendly, always checks meds goes over labs thoroughly. Followed up afterwards with repeated labs.
- May 5, 2023 Dr. Stem is a great provider. He listen and answered all my questions. He reviewed test results (labs and imaging). I feel he cares about his patients and their well being.
- May 3, 2023 Experienced kidney Dr. I recommend Dr. Stem to anyone. ??
- April 30, 2023 Top notch, professional, courteous and genuinely cares
- April 26, 2023 Dr. Stem gave me confidence that I was under the best care to deal with my complex health issues.
- April 20, 2023 I like the fact that, should my question sent to him via message call mom he even has a time that he returns weekend or late Friday messages
- April 4, 2023 Dr.Stem was very nice and he answered all of my questions. Went over the blood work and explained to me questions that I had in regard to the findings. Very nice Doctor.
- March 28, 2023 Dr. Stem is very easy to talk with about my health issues and my concerns. Makes suggests on health improvements.
- March 13, 2023 Dr. Stem is knowledgeable, kind and in no way condescending in his care of his patients.
- March 10, 2023 He is pleasant and takes time with me.
- March 10, 2023 He was great
- March 7, 2023 Dr. Stem is caring, he explains what is going on, what we will continue to do. Everyone is pleasant and had a smile.
- March 1, 2023 OK
- February 26, 2023 Dr Stem is very encouraging and helpful. His treatment motivates me to take care of my health.
- February 23, 2023 The only negative thing is parking
- February 22, 2023 I very please with the care I receive from Doctor Stem.
- February 21, 2023 De Stem is thorough, caring,and helpful.
- February 8, 2023 Dr stem rocks,,,!
- February 7, 2023 I like Dr. Stem because he's a good listener and wonderful doctor he actually pays attention to what you are saying. He also gives good advice for home care and follow-up visits.
- February 5, 2023 Dr stem is very caring and very thorough he goes over everything doesn't miss anything
- January 29, 2023 Dr Stem is a good doctor. He is very thorough
- January 10, 2023 Dr.Theodore Stem Jr. He is the BEST I've every known since I have grown up. Thank you Dr.Stem
- January 4, 2023 Dr. Theodore Stem is the most compassionate, caring doctor I have ever had. He takes time to care for his patients, listens to their concerns, and has great follow up.
- January 2, 2023 VERY KIND AND PROFESSIONAL
- December 31, 2022 Dr. Theodore Stem is a pretty good caring doctor who will listen and answer your questions. He takes time to research anything that's good or not good to eat or drink for your kidneys. I would recommend Dr. T. Stem to anyone with kidney issues.
- December 20, 2022 Dr. Stem explained all my l lab results and made suggestions on how to improve lab work.
- November 23, 2022 Excellent and friendly physician. Very professional.
- November 13, 2022 He was running late but he ALWAYS checks you out and listens to you. He goes over everything.
- November 12, 2022 Dr Stem is very thorough and explains his recommendations for care in a way that is easily understood.
- November 12, 2022 Excellent!
- November 8, 2022 He is awesome he listened and gave instructions.
- November 7, 2022 Good visit
- November 4, 2022 Dr. Stem and the nurse were very helpful. The nurse took the time to compare my blood pressure she took to my home machine. Secondly, Dr. Stem took time to listen to my questions and provide feedback that I needed to hear.
- November 4, 2022 Dr stem is very caring and thorough. He goes over everything in detail. His follow-up is also excellent.
- October 31, 2022 Good Doctor.
- October 29, 2022 One of the best Dr.'s. . He is like the Dr.'s from the back years. He is very caring, listens to you, & really shows that he is very comfortable being a Dr. I trust him to tell me up front what is going on. Thank U, Dr. Stem.
- October 29, 2022 Very thorough and caring.
- October 19, 2022 Dr. Stem is very through during my appointment. He always answers my questions. He assures me that all is ok.
- October 11, 2022 Dr. Stem listens to me and answers my questions. He is friendly and makes me feel at ease.
- October 8, 2022 Dr. Stem is a wonderful Doctor he takes time to Explain and make sure you understand your situations
Locations
Kidney Services - Janeway Tower
at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Credentials
Education
- MD, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, 1981
- BS, Carnegie Mellon University, 2017
Internship
- Internal Medicine, UPMC Mercy Hospital, 1982
Residency
- Internal Medicine, Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh, 1984
Fellowship
- Nephrology, University of Pittsburgh, 1986
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Nephrology
Positions
- Physician
- Assistant Professor, Nephrology
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC