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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Dr. H Sudarshan Ballal

Nephrologist

Bangalore, India

38+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Manipal Hospital (Old Airport Road) Bangalore

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Dr. Sudarshan Ballal is a distinguished nephrologist with a vast experience of more than 34 years.
He is exclusively specialized in cases like peritoneal dialysis, chronic kidney disease, acute kidney disease, renal biopsy, acute renal failure,ureteroscopy, etc.
He has received several awards like Aryabhata International Award 2010, Sagar Awards 2010, Trinity Vaidya Rathna Award 2010, Dr. BC Roy Award 2010, and Namma Bengaluru Awards 2010.
He received training in the USA in Internal Medicine, Nephrology & Critical Care.
Along with doing MBBS in University of Mysore from 1977, he did specialization in 1981, and Diplomate of American Board of Internal Medicine in 1984.
In addition this, he is a member of Member of the Jury for Namma Bengaluru Foundation Awards, Member of the Jury for Healthcare Awards sponsored by CNBC-TV18 & ICICI Lombard, MRCP Examiner, National Board of Examination – DNB Examiner & Inspector, Senate Member of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and many more.

Dr. Sudarshan Ballal is a distinguished nephrologist with a vast experience of more than 34 years.
He is exclusively specialized in cases like peritoneal dialysis, chronic kidney disease, acute kidney disease, renal biopsy, acute renal failure,ureteroscopy, etc.
He has received several awards like Aryabhata International Award 2010, Sagar Awards 2010, Trinity Vaidya Rathna Award 2010, Dr. BC Roy Award 2010, and Namma Bengaluru Awards 2010.
He received training in the USA in Internal Medicine, Nephrology & Critical Care.
Along with doing MBBS in University of Mysore from 1977, he did specialization in 1981, and Diplomate of American Board of Internal Medicine in 1984.
In addition this, he is a member of Member of the Jury for Namma Bengaluru Foundation Awards, Member of the Jury for Healthcare Awards sponsored by CNBC-TV18 & ICICI Lombard, MRCP Examiner, National Board of Examination – DNB Examiner & Inspector, Senate Member of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and many more.

Dr. Navdeep Singh Khaira

Nephrologist

Ludhiana, India

37+ years of experience

Director

Works At: Fortis Hospital Ludhiana

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Dr. Navdeep Singh Khaira is a well-known Nephrologist with a thriving experience of 33 years.
He has a professional membership with the Medical Council of India (MCI).
He has worked as a consultant in Nephrology in the renal department at Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester UK.
Dr. Singh's expertise lies in Peritoneal Dialysis, Dialysis / Haemodialysis, Chronic Kidney Disease ( CKD ), Proteinuria, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Diabetes Renal Failure, etc.
He is the President of the Indian Society of Nephrology.
He has publications in international journals also and attended several international as well as national conferences & seminars.

Dr. Navdeep Singh Khaira is a well-known Nephrologist with a thriving experience of 33 years.
He has a professional membership with the Medical Council of India (MCI).
He has worked as a consultant in Nephrology in the renal department at Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester UK.
Dr. Singh's expertise lies in Peritoneal Dialysis, Dialysis / Haemodialysis, Chronic Kidney Disease ( CKD ), Proteinuria, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Diabetes Renal Failure, etc.
He is the President of the Indian Society of Nephrology.
He has publications in international journals also and attended several international as well as national conferences & seminars.

Dr. Nikhiles Raychaudhary

Nephrologist

Kolkata, India

23+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Medica Superspecialty Hospital

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Dr. Nikhiles Raychaudhary has +20 years of experience as a Kidney Transplant Surgeon in the field.
Dr. Raychaudhary is a graduate and an MD (Medicine) degree holder and also has done Doctorate in Nephrology.
He is a reputed kidney transplant surgeon besides being a skilled medical professional for other renal conditions.

Dr. Nikhiles Raychaudhary has +20 years of experience as a Kidney Transplant Surgeon in the field.
Dr. Raychaudhary is a graduate and an MD (Medicine) degree holder and also has done Doctorate in Nephrology.
He is a reputed kidney transplant surgeon besides being a skilled medical professional for other renal conditions.

Dr. Pranab Kumar Nandy

Nephrologist

Kolkata, India

48+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Medica Superspecialty Hospital

4.8 (13 Ratings)

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Dr. Pranab Kumar Nandy is a highly experienced and skilled Nephrologist with experience of 45+ years, specializing in kidney removal surgeries besides treating other renal conditions.
He is a graduate and MD holder.
Dr. Nandy has been performing nephrectomies (kidney removal) surgeries besides treating other advanced conditions of the kidney such as CKD, UTI, diabetes renal failure among other such conditions.

Dr. Pranab Kumar Nandy is a highly experienced and skilled Nephrologist with experience of 45+ years, specializing in kidney removal surgeries besides treating other renal conditions.
He is a graduate and MD holder.
Dr. Nandy has been performing nephrectomies (kidney removal) surgeries besides treating other advanced conditions of the kidney such as CKD, UTI, diabetes renal failure among other such conditions.

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Dr. Raman Kumar Malik

Nephrologist

Mumbai, India

32+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai

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Dr. Raman Kumar Malik is a Nephrologist with an extensive 28+ experience.
His expertise lies in Skull Base Surgery, Deep Brain Stimulation, Lumbar Puncture, Canalith Repositioning (CR), Gamma-Knife Radiosurgery, Brain Tumor Surgery, Vagus Nerve Stimulation (Epilepsy), Epilepsy Surgery, ACL Reconstruction, Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), Vascular Surgery, Insomnia Treatment, Neuromuscular Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Treatment, Video EEG, Interspinous Process Decompression, Multiple Sclerosis Treatment, etc.
Dr. Malik did his MBBS from the reputed AFMC, Pune followed by DNB in Nephrology from the well known AIIMS, New Delhi. He is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Maharashtra Medical Council, and Medical Council of India (MCI).
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 deep brain stimulation.

Dr. Raman Kumar Malik is a Nephrologist with an extensive 28+ experience.
His expertise lies in Skull Base Surgery, Deep Brain Stimulation, Lumbar Puncture, Canalith Repositioning (CR), Gamma-Knife Radiosurgery, Brain Tumor Surgery, Vagus Nerve Stimulation (Epilepsy), Epilepsy Surgery, ACL Reconstruction, Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), Vascular Surgery, Insomnia Treatment, Neuromuscular Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Treatment, Video EEG, Interspinous Process Decompression, Multiple Sclerosis Treatment, etc.
Dr. Malik did his MBBS from the reputed AFMC, Pune followed by DNB in Nephrology from the well known AIIMS, New Delhi. He is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Maharashtra Medical Council, and Medical Council of India (MCI).
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 deep brain stimulation.

Dr. Rushi Deshpande

Nephrologist

Mumbai, India

20+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai

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Dr. Rushi Deshpande is a renowned Nephrologist with experience of nearly 16 years.
He has a specialization in Kidney Disease Treatment, Kidney Transplant, and Sigmoidoscopy.
He has experience in the treatment of Hemodialysis, Peritoneal dialysis, Kidney transplantation, and Resistant or difficult to treat Hypertension.
Dr. Rushi has done training in Transplant Pathology, Histocompatibility laboratory, and also had experience managing kidney and pancreas (KP) transplant recipients.
He has been involved in administrative responsibilities including training of Nephrology fellows rotating through transplant.
Dr. Deshpande has also independently performed kidney biopsies and insertion of hemodialysis vascular access (femoral and jugular catheterization and arterio-venous fistula procedures).

Dr. Rushi Deshpande is a renowned Nephrologist with experience of nearly 16 years.
He has a specialization in Kidney Disease Treatment, Kidney Transplant, and Sigmoidoscopy.
He has experience in the treatment of Hemodialysis, Peritoneal dialysis, Kidney transplantation, and Resistant or difficult to treat Hypertension.
Dr. Rushi has done training in Transplant Pathology, Histocompatibility laboratory, and also had experience managing kidney and pancreas (KP) transplant recipients.
He has been involved in administrative responsibilities including training of Nephrology fellows rotating through transplant.
Dr. Deshpande has also independently performed kidney biopsies and insertion of hemodialysis vascular access (femoral and jugular catheterization and arterio-venous fistula procedures).

Dr. S Rajagopalan Seshadri

Nephrologist

Chennai, India

30+ years of experience

Consultant

Works At: Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai

5.0 (32 Ratings)

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Dr. S Rajagopalan Seshadri is a nephrologist with 24+ years of experience.
He is a member of Indian Medical Association.
He has completed MBBS from Gulbarga University, MD from University of Madurai and DNB from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.
Some of the services provided by him are Hemodia filtration (HDF), Kidney Stone Treatment and Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy.

Dr. S Rajagopalan Seshadri is a nephrologist with 24+ years of experience.
He is a member of Indian Medical Association.
He has completed MBBS from Gulbarga University, MD from University of Madurai and DNB from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.
Some of the services provided by him are Hemodia filtration (HDF), Kidney Stone Treatment and Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy.

Dr. SJS Khurana

Nephrologist

Amritsar, India

46+ years of experience

Senior Consultant

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Dr. SJS Khurana is a well-known Nephrologist in Amritsar with extensive experience of 42 years.
His expertise lies in Nephrectomy (Kidney Removal), Proteinuria, Kidney Stone Treatment, Acute Renal Failure, and Urinary Tract Obstruction.
Dr. Khurana worked as PG Professor in Community Hospital Bangalore.
He has publications in international as well as national journals.
Dr. Khurana is professionally associated with several medical organization.

Dr. SJS Khurana is a well-known Nephrologist in Amritsar with extensive experience of 42 years.
His expertise lies in Nephrectomy (Kidney Removal), Proteinuria, Kidney Stone Treatment, Acute Renal Failure, and Urinary Tract Obstruction.
Dr. Khurana worked as PG Professor in Community Hospital Bangalore.
He has publications in international as well as national journals.
Dr. Khurana is professionally associated with several medical organization.

Dr. Sandip Bhurke

Nephrologist

Mumbai, India

25+ years of experience

Senior Consultant

Works At: S. L. Raheja Hospital, Mumbai

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Dr. Sandip Bhurke is a Nephrologist with more than 21+ years of experience in the field.
He has a Professional Membership of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN), Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN), Mumbai Nephrology Group, and Zonal Transplant Coordination Committee.
He completed MBBS from Topiwala National Medical College & BYL Nair Charitable Hospital in 1996 and MD - General Medicine from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College in 2002. He also went on to do DNB - Nephrology from Topiwala National Medical College & BYL Nair Charitable Hospital in 2008.
With a Distinction in Microbiology subject during MBBS, he has been a part of the Teaching Faculty of Medical College in Nair Hospital Mumbai Central and retired as Associate Professor of Nephrology.
Dr. Bhurke provides treatments such as Care of Kidney Effect of Hypertension and Special Blood Pressure Care, Kidney Biopsy including LM Light Microscopy, IF Immune Fluorescence, EM Electron Microscopy, and Kidney Stone Treatment.
He has written articles and co-authored books in national and international journals.

Dr. Sandip Bhurke is a Nephrologist with more than 21+ years of experience in the field.
He has a Professional Membership of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN), Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN), Mumbai Nephrology Group, and Zonal Transplant Coordination Committee.
He completed MBBS from Topiwala National Medical College & BYL Nair Charitable Hospital in 1996 and MD - General Medicine from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College in 2002. He also went on to do DNB - Nephrology from Topiwala National Medical College & BYL Nair Charitable Hospital in 2008.
With a Distinction in Microbiology subject during MBBS, he has been a part of the Teaching Faculty of Medical College in Nair Hospital Mumbai Central and retired as Associate Professor of Nephrology.
Dr. Bhurke provides treatments such as Care of Kidney Effect of Hypertension and Special Blood Pressure Care, Kidney Biopsy including LM Light Microscopy, IF Immune Fluorescence, EM Electron Microscopy, and Kidney Stone Treatment.
He has written articles and co-authored books in national and international journals.

Dr. Satish Chandra Chhabra

Nephrologist

New Delhi, India

54+ years of experience

Associate Director

Works At: Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, New Delhi

5.0 (32 Ratings)

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Presently working as Associate Director and Clinical Administrator of Nephrology department at Max Hospital, Patparganj.
Expertise in Dialysis, Haemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis, Hypertensive Medication, Nephrology ICU, Transplant Nephrology, Nephrology, Diabetes and Renal Failure.
Member of renowned organisations such as Indian Medical Association, Indian Society of Nephrology, Indian Society of Organ Transplant, Indian Society for Peritoneal Dialysis, Indian Society for Hemodialysis, and American Society of Nephrology.

Presently working as Associate Director and Clinical Administrator of Nephrology department at Max Hospital, Patparganj.
Expertise in Dialysis, Haemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis, Hypertensive Medication, Nephrology ICU, Transplant Nephrology, Nephrology, Diabetes and Renal Failure.
Member of renowned organisations such as Indian Medical Association, Indian Society of Nephrology, Indian Society of Organ Transplant, Indian Society for Peritoneal Dialysis, Indian Society for Hemodialysis, and American Society of Nephrology.

Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan

Urologist

Chennai, India

46+ years of experience

Senior Consultant

5.0 (32 Ratings)

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Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan is a urologist with 40+ years of experience.
He has won Best Doctor Award by Rotary Club of India and Doctor of Science Award by MGR Medical University, Madras.
He is a member of Madras Urological Society, Tamil Nadu & Pondicherry Urological Society, Urological Society of India, Indian Society of Organ Transplantation, Association of surgeons of India, Indian National Science Academy, cancer of Prostrate Endeavors and Member of Urosphere.
Dr. Balakrishnan has completed MBBS in 1969, MS in 1974, MCh in 1978 and Fellowship from Royal College of Surgeons.

Dr. Sivaraman Balakrishnan is a urologist with 40+ years of experience.
He has won Best Doctor Award by Rotary Club of India and Doctor of Science Award by MGR Medical University, Madras.
He is a member of Madras Urological Society, Tamil Nadu & Pondicherry Urological Society, Urological Society of India, Indian Society of Organ Transplantation, Association of surgeons of India, Indian National Science Academy, cancer of Prostrate Endeavors and Member of Urosphere.
Dr. Balakrishnan has completed MBBS in 1969, MS in 1974, MCh in 1978 and Fellowship from Royal College of Surgeons.

Dr. Subodh Das

Nephrologist

Bhubaneswar, India

18+ years of experience

Director

Works At: Manipal Hospital Formerly AMRI Hospitals, Bhubaneswar

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Dr. Subodh Das is a Kidney Transplant Surgeon with +15 years of experience in the field of conducting renal transplants and treating other renal conditions.
His professional affiliations include memberships of, the Orissa Council of Medical Registration and the Indian Medical Association.
He did his MBBS from Utkal University in 1994. Then he pursued MS, M.Ch from SGPGIMS, Lucknow and DNB. Dr. Das also completed a Clinical Observership at the Mayo Clinic and UCLA, USA.
Dr. Das has conducted 400 kidney transplants in Odisha and other locations and has helped establish a programme for renal transplant in the state.
His surgical expertise includes performing, renal transplants, urinary incontinence surgery, prostate laser surgery, TUIP, TURP, genitourinary surgery, minimally-invasive urological prcodeures and urologic oncology. Dr. Das also conducts cystoscopy, ureteroscopy, and treats haematuria.

Dr. Subodh Das is a Kidney Transplant Surgeon with +15 years of experience in the field of conducting renal transplants and treating other renal conditions.
His professional affiliations include memberships of, the Orissa Council of Medical Registration and the Indian Medical Association.
He did his MBBS from Utkal University in 1994. Then he pursued MS, M.Ch from SGPGIMS, Lucknow and DNB. Dr. Das also completed a Clinical Observership at the Mayo Clinic and UCLA, USA.
Dr. Das has conducted 400 kidney transplants in Odisha and other locations and has helped establish a programme for renal transplant in the state.
His surgical expertise includes performing, renal transplants, urinary incontinence surgery, prostate laser surgery, TUIP, TURP, genitourinary surgery, minimally-invasive urological prcodeures and urologic oncology. Dr. Das also conducts cystoscopy, ureteroscopy, and treats haematuria.

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