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Dr. M.M Bahadur

Dr. M.M Bahadur

Nephrologist
Mumbai, India
39+ years of experience
Consultant
Works At: Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai
4.7 (12 Ratings)
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  • Dr. M.M Bahadur is a renowned Nephrologist with experience of more than 35 years.
  • He has expertise in the treatment of advanced or chronic kidney disease, glomerular conditions, such as glomerulonephritis and nephrotic syndrome
    tubulointerstitial kidney diseases, tubular defects, kidney vascular conditions, such as renal artery stenosis, kidney infections, and kidney neoplasms, or abnormal growths.
  • Dr. Bahadur has publications in international as well as national peer-reviewed journals.
  • He has attended several seminars and presented scientific papers at international & national conferences.
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  • Dr. M.M Bahadur is a renowned Nephrologist with experience of more than 35 years.
  • He has expertise in the treatment of advanced or chronic kidney disease, glomerular conditions, such as glomerulonephritis and nephrotic syndrome
    tubulointerstitial kidney diseases, tubular defects, kidney vascular conditions, such as renal artery stenosis, kidney infections, and kidney neoplasms, or abnormal growths.
  • Dr. Bahadur has publications in international as well as national peer-reviewed journals.
  • He has attended several seminars and presented scientific papers at international & national conferences.
Dr. Ravi Vemagiri Andrews

Dr. Ravi Vemagiri Andrews

Nephrologist
Hyderabad, India
20+ years of experience
Consultant
Works At: Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad
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  • Dr. Ravi Vemagiri Andrews is a well-known Nephrologist with 17+ years of experience.
  • He holds extensive experience in kidney dialysis, kidney transplantation, laparoscopic nephrectomy, and many more.
  • After completing MBBS from Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore in 1991, he pursued DNB in General Medicine from P.D. Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre in 2000 followed by DNB in Nephrology from Apollo Hospitals in 2006.
  • He is a recipient of several awards and recognitions.
  • He is an active member of the Indian Society Of Nephrology.
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  • Dr. Ravi Vemagiri Andrews is a well-known Nephrologist with 17+ years of experience.
  • He holds extensive experience in kidney dialysis, kidney transplantation, laparoscopic nephrectomy, and many more.
  • After completing MBBS from Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore in 1991, he pursued DNB in General Medicine from P.D. Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre in 2000 followed by DNB in Nephrology from Apollo Hospitals in 2006.
  • He is a recipient of several awards and recognitions.
  • He is an active member of the Indian Society Of Nephrology.
Dr. Ramesh Rao

Dr. Ramesh Rao

Nephrologist
Mumbai, India
36+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
Works At: S. L. Raheja Hospital, Mumbai
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  • Dr. Ramesh Rao is an experienced Nephrologist with more than 32+ years in the field.
  • He is a Respected Member of the Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN), Indian Society Of Haemodialysis, Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN), Association of Medical Consultants, Indian Medical Association (IMA), and European Dialysis and Transplant Association.
  • He completed MBBS from the University Of Bombay in 1981 and MD - General Medicine in 1984. He also went on to pursue DNB - Nephrology from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi in 1992.
  • He specializes in areas such as BP with Kidney Disease, Electrolyte Disorders, Peritoneal Dialysis, Acute Renal Failure, and Kidney Stone Treatment, etc.
  • Dr. Rao has been regularly participating in various case presentations, panel discussions & lectures organized at Bombay Nephrology Group, various medical associations of the city and hospital.
  • He has published various well-researched articles and scientific presentations in over 20 national and international journals.
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  • Dr. Ramesh Rao is an experienced Nephrologist with more than 32+ years in the field.
  • He is a Respected Member of the Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN), Indian Society Of Haemodialysis, Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN), Association of Medical Consultants, Indian Medical Association (IMA), and European Dialysis and Transplant Association.
  • He completed MBBS from the University Of Bombay in 1981 and MD - General Medicine in 1984. He also went on to pursue DNB - Nephrology from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi in 1992.
  • He specializes in areas such as BP with Kidney Disease, Electrolyte Disorders, Peritoneal Dialysis, Acute Renal Failure, and Kidney Stone Treatment, etc.
  • Dr. Rao has been regularly participating in various case presentations, panel discussions & lectures organized at Bombay Nephrology Group, various medical associations of the city and hospital.
  • He has published various well-researched articles and scientific presentations in over 20 national and international journals.
Dr. Satish Rao

Dr. Satish Rao

Nephrologist
Chennai, India
39+ years of experience
Consultant
Works At: Fortis Malar Hospital ,Chennai
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  • Dr. Satish Rao is a renowned Nephrologist, based in Chennai having extensive experience of 35+ years.
  • His expertise lies in kidney transplants, Haemodialysis, Kidney Biopsies, CAVHD, CAVH, Lithotripsy, Sigmoidoscopy, Kidney Disease, Bladder stone, chronic kidney disease, kidney infections, kidney failure, etc.
  • Dr. Rao completed his MBBS from Bombay University, followed by MD in General Medicine from Madras Medical College, Chennai. Later, he did DM in Nephrology from National Board, Delhi. He is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA).
  • Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about Kidney failure.
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  • Dr. Satish Rao is a renowned Nephrologist, based in Chennai having extensive experience of 35+ years.
  • His expertise lies in kidney transplants, Haemodialysis, Kidney Biopsies, CAVHD, CAVH, Lithotripsy, Sigmoidoscopy, Kidney Disease, Bladder stone, chronic kidney disease, kidney infections, kidney failure, etc.
  • Dr. Rao completed his MBBS from Bombay University, followed by MD in General Medicine from Madras Medical College, Chennai. Later, he did DM in Nephrology from National Board, Delhi. He is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA).
  • Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about Kidney failure.

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Dr. B. Subba Rao

Dr. B. Subba Rao

Nephrologist
Chennai, India
35+ years of experience
Consultant
Works At: Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai
5.0 (32 Ratings)
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  • Dr. B. Subba Rao is a nephrologist with 29+ years of experience.
  • He is a recipient of Vocational Excellence Award for 2010.
  • He completed MBBS from University of Agra, MD from Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh and Diploma from DNB board.
  • He has played important role in the success of a number of complex kidney related diseases such as critical care nephrology, kidney biopsies, peritoneal dialysis and hemadialysis. 
  • He is a member of Indian Medical Association.
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  • Dr. B. Subba Rao is a nephrologist with 29+ years of experience.
  • He is a recipient of Vocational Excellence Award for 2010.
  • He completed MBBS from University of Agra, MD from Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh and Diploma from DNB board.
  • He has played important role in the success of a number of complex kidney related diseases such as critical care nephrology, kidney biopsies, peritoneal dialysis and hemadialysis. 
  • He is a member of Indian Medical Association.
Dr. Deepak Lamech

Dr. Deepak Lamech

Urologist and Renal Transplant Specialist
Chennai, India
37+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
Works At: Vijaya Hospital, Chennai
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  • Dr. Deepak Lamech is one of the most renowned Urology and Renal Transplant Specialist in Chennai, with a thriving experience of more than 34 years.
  • His expertise lies in Adrenal Disorders, Anorectal Malformations, Circumcision Adrenal Disorders, Adrenal Tumors Adrenocortical, Carcinoma Circumcision Adrenal Tumors, Bladder Control, etc.
  • He completed MBBS from C M C Vellore, Madras university in 1978, and FRCS from Royal College of Surgeons and physicians in 1985.
  • Dr. Deepak has various research publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
  • He is a professional member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA)
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  • Dr. Deepak Lamech is one of the most renowned Urology and Renal Transplant Specialist in Chennai, with a thriving experience of more than 34 years.
  • His expertise lies in Adrenal Disorders, Anorectal Malformations, Circumcision Adrenal Disorders, Adrenal Tumors Adrenocortical, Carcinoma Circumcision Adrenal Tumors, Bladder Control, etc.
  • He completed MBBS from C M C Vellore, Madras university in 1978, and FRCS from Royal College of Surgeons and physicians in 1985.
  • Dr. Deepak has various research publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
  • He is a professional member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Dr V V Lakshiminarayanan

Dr V V Lakshiminarayanan

Nephrologist
Kolkata, India
45+ years of experience
Consultant
Works At: Apollo Gleneagles Hospital, Kolkata
4.9 (33 Ratings)
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  • Dr V V Lakshminarayanan is one of the leading Nephrologist in Kolkata
  • He has experience of over 40+ years and has worked with some of the finest hospitals.
  • His expertise lies in the treatment of Lithotripsy, Kidney Transplant, Kidney Stone Treatment, Dialysis / Haemodialysis, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) treatment, Kidney Failure Treatment, Laparoscopic Nephrectomy, and Renal (Kidney) Surgery
  • Dr Lakshminarayanan has completed his MBBS & MD (Medicine) from some of the eminent institutes in India.  
  • He has various research papers published in national as well as international peer-reviewed journals. 
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  • Dr V V Lakshminarayanan is one of the leading Nephrologist in Kolkata
  • He has experience of over 40+ years and has worked with some of the finest hospitals.
  • His expertise lies in the treatment of Lithotripsy, Kidney Transplant, Kidney Stone Treatment, Dialysis / Haemodialysis, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) treatment, Kidney Failure Treatment, Laparoscopic Nephrectomy, and Renal (Kidney) Surgery
  • Dr Lakshminarayanan has completed his MBBS & MD (Medicine) from some of the eminent institutes in India.  
  • He has various research papers published in national as well as international peer-reviewed journals. 
Dr. Shivashankar

Dr. Shivashankar

Urologist and Renal Transplant Specialist
Bangalore, India
37+ years of experience
Consultant
Works At: Manipal Hospital (Old Airport Road) Bangalore
4.7 (12 Ratings)
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  • Dr. Shivashankar is a senior consultant in the department of Urology, having an experience of nearly 33 years.
  • He has performed more than 2000 kidney transplants and over 4000 other renal surgeries so far.
  • Other than this, he has performed more than 7000 ureteroscopic procedures for ureteric stones and other conditions.
  • He holds an expertise in procedures like prostate laser surgery, open prostatectomy, TUIP, TURP, cystoscopy, Lithotripsy, kidney stone treatment, ureteroscopy, etc.
  • Dr. Shivashankar completed his MBBS from University of Mysore in 1987 and MS from Stanley Medical College in 1983.
  • He also continued to do Mch in Urology from Madras Medical College Chennai in 1986.
  • He is a member of Karnataka Medical Council.

 

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  • Dr. Shivashankar is a senior consultant in the department of Urology, having an experience of nearly 33 years.
  • He has performed more than 2000 kidney transplants and over 4000 other renal surgeries so far.
  • Other than this, he has performed more than 7000 ureteroscopic procedures for ureteric stones and other conditions.
  • He holds an expertise in procedures like prostate laser surgery, open prostatectomy, TUIP, TURP, cystoscopy, Lithotripsy, kidney stone treatment, ureteroscopy, etc.
  • Dr. Shivashankar completed his MBBS from University of Mysore in 1987 and MS from Stanley Medical College in 1983.
  • He also continued to do Mch in Urology from Madras Medical College Chennai in 1986.
  • He is a member of Karnataka Medical Council.

 

Dr. Kavita Parihar

Dr. Kavita Parihar

Nephrologist
Gandhinagar, India
29+ years of experience
Consultant
Works At: Apollo Hospitals, Ahmedabad
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  • Dr. Kavita Parihar is a highly skilled and experienced Kidney Transplant Surgeon with +26 years of experience in conducting live and cadaver donor kidney transplants and treating other advanced complications of the kidney.
  • She is a professional member of the Gujarat Medical Council. 
  • Dr. Parihar graduated in 1984 from Saurashtra University, followed by MD (Medicine) in 1989 and DNB qualification in 1996. 
  • Dr. Parihar is a specialist in performing live and deceased donor kidney transplants. She is also a specialised medical professional for, critical care nephrology, chronic kidney disease (ckd) treatment, laparoscopic nephrectomy, renal (kidney) surgery, kidney failure treatment, kidney dialysis, ureteroscopy (urs), kidney stone treatment, hemodialysis, hemodiafiltration (hdf) and percutaneous nephrolithotomy. 
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  • Dr. Kavita Parihar is a highly skilled and experienced Kidney Transplant Surgeon with +26 years of experience in conducting live and cadaver donor kidney transplants and treating other advanced complications of the kidney.
  • She is a professional member of the Gujarat Medical Council. 
  • Dr. Parihar graduated in 1984 from Saurashtra University, followed by MD (Medicine) in 1989 and DNB qualification in 1996. 
  • Dr. Parihar is a specialist in performing live and deceased donor kidney transplants. She is also a specialised medical professional for, critical care nephrology, chronic kidney disease (ckd) treatment, laparoscopic nephrectomy, renal (kidney) surgery, kidney failure treatment, kidney dialysis, ureteroscopy (urs), kidney stone treatment, hemodialysis, hemodiafiltration (hdf) and percutaneous nephrolithotomy. 
Dr. Somasekhar M

Dr. Somasekhar M

Nephrologist
Hyderabad, India
33+ years of experience
Consultant
Works At: Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad
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  • Dr. Somasekhar M is a well-known Nephrologist/Renal Specialist having 30+ years of experience.
  • He holds extensive experience in kidney transplant, kidney stone treatment, renal angioplasty, UTIs, etc.
  • He completed MBBS in 1981 followed by MD in General Medicine from Osmania Medical College in 1985. Later, he pursued DM in Nephrology from PGIMER, Chandigarh in 1989.
  • He is actively associated with various organizations including the Medical Council of India (MCI), the Association of Physician of India, the Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN), the Indian Society of Peritoneal Dialysis, and the European dialysis & transplantation association.
  • He is a recipient of various awards and recognitions.
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  • Dr. Somasekhar M is a well-known Nephrologist/Renal Specialist having 30+ years of experience.
  • He holds extensive experience in kidney transplant, kidney stone treatment, renal angioplasty, UTIs, etc.
  • He completed MBBS in 1981 followed by MD in General Medicine from Osmania Medical College in 1985. Later, he pursued DM in Nephrology from PGIMER, Chandigarh in 1989.
  • He is actively associated with various organizations including the Medical Council of India (MCI), the Association of Physician of India, the Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN), the Indian Society of Peritoneal Dialysis, and the European dialysis & transplantation association.
  • He is a recipient of various awards and recognitions.
Dr. M R Merchant

Dr. M R Merchant

Nephrologist
Mumbai, India
45+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
Works At: S. L. Raheja Hospital, Mumbai
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  • Dr. M R Merchant is one of the most experienced Nephrologists with 41+ years in the field.
  • He is a Respected Member of the Maharastra Medical Council, Medical Council of India (MCI), and Indian Medical Association (IMA).
  • He pursued his MBBS in 1979, MD - General Medicine in 1984, and DNB - Nephrology in 1987, all from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College.
  • Being a bright student, he has received many distinctions during his course of education.
  • Dr. Merchant specializes in areas such as kidney transplant, dialysis, hemodialysis, kidney biopsy, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy, and other related treatments.
  • He is extensively involved in clinical researches and has many publications in national and international journals.
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  • Dr. M R Merchant is one of the most experienced Nephrologists with 41+ years in the field.
  • He is a Respected Member of the Maharastra Medical Council, Medical Council of India (MCI), and Indian Medical Association (IMA).
  • He pursued his MBBS in 1979, MD - General Medicine in 1984, and DNB - Nephrology in 1987, all from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College.
  • Being a bright student, he has received many distinctions during his course of education.
  • Dr. Merchant specializes in areas such as kidney transplant, dialysis, hemodialysis, kidney biopsy, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy, and other related treatments.
  • He is extensively involved in clinical researches and has many publications in national and international journals.
Dr. Aswini Kumar Panigrahi

Dr. Aswini Kumar Panigrahi

Nephrologist
Hyderabad, India
19+ years of experience
Consultant
Works At: Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad
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  • Dr. Aswini Kumar Panigrahi is a renowned Nephrologist with 16+ years of experience.
  • He holds extensive experience in treating chronic kidney diseases, hemodialysis, renal transplant, central venous catheter insertions, acute renal failure, and many more.
  • After completing MBBS from Sriram Chandra Bhanj Medical College, Cuttack in 1999, he pursued MD in General Medicine from MKCG Medical College, Berhampur, Orissa in 2004 followed by DNB in Nephrology from MKCG Medical College, Berhampur, Orissa in 2013.
  • He is a recipient of various awards and recognitions.

 

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  • Dr. Aswini Kumar Panigrahi is a renowned Nephrologist with 16+ years of experience.
  • He holds extensive experience in treating chronic kidney diseases, hemodialysis, renal transplant, central venous catheter insertions, acute renal failure, and many more.
  • After completing MBBS from Sriram Chandra Bhanj Medical College, Cuttack in 1999, he pursued MD in General Medicine from MKCG Medical College, Berhampur, Orissa in 2004 followed by DNB in Nephrology from MKCG Medical College, Berhampur, Orissa in 2013.
  • He is a recipient of various awards and recognitions.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

What diagnostic tests are performed by the nephrologists in India to check the kidney function?

Nephrologists in India generally perform various tests to check kidney function, such as blood tests for serum creatinine, blood urea nitrogen, estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate(eGFR), urine test, ultrasound, CT scans, MRI, and kidney biopsy.

When should I consult a nephrologist?

You should consult a nephrologist if you experience high blood pressure, swelling in your legs, foamy urine, blood in urine, or frequent kidney stones.

What is the treatment option for kidney stones rather than surgery?

Larger stones may need lithotripsy or surgical removal, but smaller stones can be treated naturally with medicine and hydration.

What is the success rate of kidney transplants in India?

The success rate of a kidney transplantation in India usually ranges between 90% to 95%, depending on the patient's health and condition.

Which is a better treatment for kidney damage, a kidney transplant or dialysis?

A kidney transplant is a more permanent solution for kidney damage, offering a better quality of life than long-term dialysis.

How can I choose the best nephrologist in India?

When choosing the best nephrologist in India, several characteristics, including experience, patient reviews, hospital affiliation, kidney disease specialisation, and dialysis or transplant success rates, can be taken into account.

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