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Department of Nephrology
Welcome to the Department of Nephrology at Santosh Medical College Hospital, established in July 2023. We provide state-of-the-art care for a wide range of kidney diseases, supported by the latest haemodialysis machines and 24x7 dialysis services, including for patients with Hepatitis B and C. Our expert team of nephrologists, dialysis technicians, and nursing staff is dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based treatment for all renal conditions.
Our Services
We provide a broad spectrum of nephrology services, including:
- Clinical Nephrology: The department provides round the clock services for patients admitted with kidney disorders. In addition, the department provides outpatient services 6 days a week (Monday to Saturday)
- Critical Care Nephrology: For critically ill patients admitted in ICU, HDU and Emergency Department
- Interventional Nephrology: Creation of vascular access for dialysis, such as Internal jugular/femoral/permcath/AV fistula
- Referral services: The department provides consultation services for patients attending outpatient services in various other departments or those admitted in various wards
Key Procedures and Clinical Focus Areas
Our department is recognized for advanced treatments and procedures such as:
- Haemodialysis & Hemodiafiltration (24x7): Performed with a reverse osmosis water purification system maintained to international standards.
- Maintenance Haemodialysis: Long-term dialysis support for patients with kidney failure, including those with Hepatitis B & C.
- Dialyzer Reprocessing System: Ensuring safe and efficient dialysis operations.
- Plasmapheresis: Advanced therapy for autoimmune and antibody-mediated kidney diseases.
- Kidney Biopsy: Accurate diagnosis and disease management through tissue sampling.
Facilities and Infrastructure
- Dedicated dialysis unit with latest-generation machines
- 24x7 haemodialysis availability including for infectious cases (Hepatitis B & C)
- Critical care integration with ICU, HDU, and Emergency units
- Safe water systems with reverse osmosis purification as per international dialysis standards
- Advanced monitoring systems for high-risk patients
- Future-ready infrastructure to support kidney transplantation and academic programs
Upcoming Facilities
- Kidney Transplantation Program
- DM Nephrology Academic Program
- Dialysis Technician Training Program
- Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD/Acute PD)
Why Choose Santosh Hospital?
The Department of nephrology is well-equipped with state-of-the-art latest haemodialysis machines which offer 24x7 facility for providing quality dialysis at the most affordable rates. The department is manned with highly trained and dedicated compassionate doctors, nurses and dialysis technicians.
FAQs
Clearing your doubts
A nephrologist is a medical specialist who focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of kidney diseases and disorders. They play a crucial role in managing various kidney-related conditions, including chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, kidney stones, glomerular diseases, and electrolyte imbalances. Nephrologists provide comprehensive care, including medical management, dialysis, renal replacement therapies, and post-kidney transplantation follow-up.
You should consider seeing a nephrologist if you have any concerns or symptoms related to kidney health. This may include persistent high blood pressure, changes in urinary patterns, blood in urine, swelling in the hands or feet, abnormal laboratory test results indicating kidney dysfunction, or a family history of kidney disease. Nephrologists can assess your condition, diagnose any underlying kidney problems, and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
Treatment options for kidney failure include dialysis and kidney transplantation. Dialysis, either hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, helps remove waste products and excess fluids from the body when the kidneys are unable to do so. Kidney transplantation involves replacing a failed kidney with a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor. The choice of treatment depends on various factors, including the patient's overall health, lifestyle, and suitability for transplantation.
While some kidney diseases cannot be prevented, adopting a healthy lifestyle can help reduce the risk of developing certain kidney conditions. This includes maintaining a balanced diet, staying hydrated, regular exercise, managing blood pressure and blood sugar levels, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, and avoiding the misuse of certain medications. It is also important to attend regular check-ups with healthcare providers to monitor kidney health and detect any potential issues early.
A nephrologist specializes in diagnosing and treating kidney diseases and managing dialysis, transplants, and related disorders.
You should consider seeing a nephrologist if you have any symptoms related to high blood pressure, urinary changes, swelling, or abnormal kidney test results.
Kidney failure is managed through dialysis or kidney transplantation, depending on the patient’s condition and suitability.
Kidney diseases can be prevented by adopting a healthy lifestyle and adequate control of diabetes mellitus and high blood pressure. (if present).
The frequency of haemodialysis depends on various factors, however majority of the patients with severe kidney failure typically require haemodialysis two to three times per week.