Overview

The Department of Nephrology focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of kidney-related conditions and diseases. It provides comprehensive care for chronic kidney disease, kidney stones, and hypertension, general Nephrolgy often involving dialysis and other advanced therapies. For Critical Care Nephrology, we have facilities of Slow Low Efficiency Dialysis (SLED).

The team includes nephrologists, dialysis nurses, and support staff dedicated to managing kidney health and overall patient well-being. Key services include kidney function testing, dialysis treatment, and patient education on kidney health.

The Department has excellent back up support of Urology, Pathology & Radiology. The department follows international guidelines and claims to be one of the finest facility in the city.

Diseases Treated

• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
• Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
• End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
• Diabetic Nephropathy
• Hypertensive Nephropathy
• Glomerulonephritis
• Nephrotic Syndrome
• Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
• Kidney Stones (Nephrolithiasis)
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
• Hematuria (Blood in Urine)
• Proteinuria (Excess Protein in Urine)
• Electrolyte Imbalances (e.g., hyperkalemia, hyponatremia)
• Renal Artery Stenosis
• Acid-Base Disorders (e.g., metabolic acidosis)
• Tubulointerstitial Nephritis
• Lupus Nephritis
• Transplant Nephrology (post-kidney transplant care)
• Renal Cell Carcinoma
• Dialysis Management (Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis)

Treatments

• Kidney Function Testing
• Ultrasound of the Kidneys
• CT Scan of the Abdomen
• Kidney Biopsy
• 24-Hour Urine Collection
• CKD Diagnosis and Staging
• Lifestyle and Dietary Counseling
• Medication Management for CKD
• Hemodialysis
• Peritoneal Dialysis
• Dialysis Access Creation
• Diagnosis and Treatment of AKI
• Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
• Management of Hypertension
• Diabetes Management in Nephrology
• Electrolyte Imbalance Management
• Kidney Transplant Evaluation
• Post-Transplant Care
• Management of Glomerular Diseases
• Consultation for Nephrology-Related Issues
• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Management