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UPMC Presbyterian200 Lothrop St, Suite C1100Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Summary
- Helbert Rondon-Berrios, MD, is a nephrologist based in Pittsburgh, PA, specializing in general nephrology, hyponatremia, and medical education. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals, earned his medical degree from the National University of San Marcos, and pursued a Master's in Medical Education at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Rondon-Berrios also completed a Nephrology Fellowship at UPMC Medical Education. He is a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, with previous roles including Associate and Assistant Professor positions. His publication contributions include several articles on hyponatremia, often cited in various nephrology journals. He has been recognized as a Fellow of the National Kidney Foundation and has received multiple certifications and teaching awards. He actively participates in clinical trials related to chronic hyponatremia.
Education & Training
University of PittsburghMaster of Science, Medical Education, 2014 - 2018
UPMC Medical EducationFellowship, Nephrology, 2005 - 2007
University of Texas Medical Branch HospitalsResidency, Internal Medicine, 2002 - 2005
National University of San MarcosClass of 2000
Certifications & Licensure
PA State Medical License 2005 - 2026
NM State Medical License 2007 - 2013
UT State Medical License 2008 - 2012
AZ State Medical License 2007 - 2011
CO State Medical License 2007 - 2011
American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine- American Board of Internal Medicine Nephrology
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Fellow (FNKF) National Kidney Foundation, 2020
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory 2014 Certified EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2013, 2017
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory - Core EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2013, 2017
Clinical Trials
- Urea for Chronic Hyponatremia Start of enrollment: 2021 Dec 28
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Slow correction of severe, chronic hyponatremia prevents neurologic complications.Richard H Sterns, Helbert Rondon-Berrios
Kidney International. 2026-07-27 - 3 citationsRevisiting New Data on the Mortality Benefit of Rapid Correction of Hyponatremia: Déjà Vu All Over Again.Richard H Sterns, Helbert Rondon-Berrios
American Journal of Kidney Diseases. 2026-01-01 - 6 citationsPlasma Sodium Correction Rates in Patients with Severe Hyponatremia Treated with Hypertonic Saline with and without Proactive Desmopressin.Zain AlShanableh, Anna Woodall, Michelle Chisdak, Jonathan G Yabes, Richard H Sterns
Kidney360. 2025-09-01
Authored Content
- Therapeutic Relowering of Plasma Sodium After Overly Rapid Correction of HyponatremiaFebruary 2020
Press Mentions
Urea Appears Safe, Effective for Inpatient HyponatremiaSeptember 7th, 2018
Grant Support
- Urea for Chronic Hyponatremia: A Pilot StudyNIH/NIDDK2020–2022
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
- Fellow
- Fellow
- International Society of NephrologyMember
Other Languages
- Spanish
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