AcuteKidneyInfection near Bountiful, UT

Biography: Laura M. Foot, MD, is a urologist at Tanner Clinic. Her practice is located on the lower level of the Layton South Building. Dr. Foot feels right at home in the male-dominated specialty of urology. That's appropriate, since she's one of only three female urologists in the state.Urology was her field of choice because this specialty, dealing with all issues of the urinary system, requires problem-solving skills. As a surgeon, she also appreciates its variety. I'll do something under the microscope, she said, and the next case is a big, open surgery where you're removing kidney cancer.Dr. Foot specializes in enlarged prostates, overactive bladders and urinary-related cancer, particularly of the prostate. She is also the leading provider for MonaLisa Touch, a minimally invasive and painless laser treatment for vaginal rejuvenation, which can help with the symptoms of vaginal atrophy: pain during intercourse, vaginal discomfort, urinary incontinence and recurrent UTIs.Dr. Foot earned a B.S. in chemistry, as well as a M.S. in biological chemistry, from the University of Utah. While there, she was a research fellow in hematology and oncology at the Eccles Institute of Human Genetics. She has also conducted research at the Huntsman Cancer Institute and the Moran Eye Center, resulting in published peer-reviewed scholarly articles.She earned her M.D. at the U of U School of Medicine, where she stayed for her residency in urologic surgery.Dr. Foot, a native of Kaysville and resident of Fruit Heights, is married with two children.

Biography: Dr. Zuiderweg is a dedicated Nephrologist who received his medical degree from Touro University in Vallejo, California in 2001. He completed his medical residency at The Medical College of Wisconsin, where he developed a keen interest in Nephrology. He subsequently undertook his Nephrology Fellowship at the same institution before relocating to Arizona, where he enjoyed a busy and successful practice for over 16 years, earning accolades such as the prestigious Top Doc award.In early 2023, Dr. Zuiderweg moved to Utah and joined Nephrology Associates. He is passionate about providing individualized treatment to each patient and believes in tailoring care to their unique needs and experiences. He has a broad range of expertise in all aspects of nephrology practice, with a particular interest in diabetic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, and prevention of progression through diet and a healthy lifestyle.Dr. Zuiderweg enjoys spending time with his family and exploring the great outdoors when he's not working. He is an avid skier, mountain biker, hiker, and horseback rider and is thrilled to be living in Utah, where he can pursue these activities to his heart's content.