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Our Team of Nephrologist In Bangalore

Dr. Dilip Rangarajan, MBBS, MD, DNB (Nephrology), FRCP (Glasgow), a leading nephrologist and transplant physician in Bangalore, providing comprehensive kidney care at NU Hospitals.

Dr. Dilip Rangarajan

MBBS, MD (Gen-Medicine), DNB (Nephrology) FRCP (Glasgow)

Speciality

Sr. Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician of Nephrology & Group Medical Director, NU Hospitals

39+ years experience

Hospital

NU Hospitals, Padmanabhanagar - Bangalore

Overview

Dr. Dilip Rangarajan completed his MBBS in 1985 from the prestigious Madras Medical College. He joined MD (General Medicine) at Madras Medical College in 1987 after topping the entrance examination for post-graduation in Tamil Nadu.

Dr. S. Ramakrishnan, a highly experienced nephrologist in Bangalore with over 38 years of experience. He is the Head of Nephrology at NU Hospitals, located in Padmanabhanagar.

Dr. Ramakrishnan S

MBBS, MD (Gen-Medicine), DM (Nephrology)

Speciality

Sr. Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician - Head of Department of Nephrology, NU Hospitals

38+ years experience

Hospital

NU Hospitals, Padmanabhanagar - Bangalore

Overview

Dr. S. Ramakrishnan is a Senior Consultant Nephrologist and is the Head of department Nephrology at NU Hospitals, Bangalore completed MBBS in Thanjavur Medical College in 1985 and postgraduate in General Medicine in Stanley Medical College Chennai in 1990.

Dr. Shakuntala V Modi, a skilled nephrologist in Bangalore, specialising in kidney transplants, CKD, and paediatric kidney care. She is fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi.

Dr. Shakuntala V Modi

MBBS, MD, Fellowship in Nephrology

Speciality

Consultant Nephrologist - Dept. of Nephrology, NU Hospitals

30+ years experience

Hospital

NU Hospitals, Rajaji Nagar - Bangalore

Overview

Dr. Shakuntala V. Modi, as a Sr. Consultant Nephrologist, Kidney Specialist for Children, and Transplant Physician, holds 30+ years of medical experience. After completing her MBBS and MD from MRMC, Gulbarga, she explored Bangalore to major in Nephrology. Her expertise includes treating Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), high blood pressure, symptoms like swollen feet, ankles, hands, or eyes, nausea, vomiting, rashes, stomach pain; Deceased Donor Kidney Transplants, Kidney Transplants between different blood groups (ABO incompatible), Kidney Biopsy, and Dialysis. She is fluent in Kannada, English and Hindi.

Dr. Kiran Chandra Patro, MBBS, DNB (Gen-Medicine), DNB (Nephrology), Senior Consultant Nephrologist and Transplant Physician at NU Hospitals in Rajajinagar, Bangalore.

Dr. Kiran Chandra Patro

MBBS, DNB (Gen-Medicine), DNB (Nephrology)

Speciality

Sr. Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician - Dept. of Nephrology, NU Hospitals

25+ years experience

Hospital

NU Hospitals, Rajaji Nagar - Bangalore

Overview

Kiran Chandra Patro is a senior consultant Nephrologist at Bangalore, NU Hospitals. He did his schooling from National Public school, Rajajinagar, after which, he completed his MBBS from well-known JJMC, Davangere.

Dr. Ramprasad Ramalingam, a skilled nephrologist at NU Hospitals in Bangalore, specialising in kidney care and transplants.

Dr. Ramprasad Ramalingam

MBBS, MD (Gen-Medicine), DNB (Nephrology)

Speciality

Sr. Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician - Dept. of Nephrology, NU Hospitals

23+ years experience

Hospital

NU Hospitals, Padmanabhanagar - Bangalore

Overview

He completed his undergraduate studies at ‘The Tamilnadu Dr.M.G.R. Medical University from Government Stanley Medical College, Chennai and postgraduation degree from Government Stanley Medical College, Chennai.

Dr. Nitin Nayak, a leading paediatric nephrologist in Bangalore with over 17 years of experience specialising in kidney care for children.

Dr. Nitin Nayak

MBBS, DCH, DNB (Paediatrics), Fellowship in Paediatric Nephrology

Speciality

Consultant Paediatric Nephrologist - Dept. of Paediatric Nephrology, NU Hospitals

17+ years experience

Hospital

NU Hospitals, Rajaji Nagar - Bangalore

Overview

Dr. Nitin Nayak has been a kidney doctor for children for 17+ years and has independently managed children with nephrotic syndrome, acute nephritis, renal vasculitis, acute kidney injury & chronic kidney disease. He is adept in monitoring children on both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. He is competent in procedures such as renal biopsies, acute peritoneal dialysis & hemodialysis catheter insertions along with renal transplants. Dr. Nitin is known to build a good rapport with patients and is fluent in Kannada, Konkani, Telugu, Tamil & Hindi. His cheerful personality, diligence, compassion and clear communication are his strengths.

Dr. Aashish S, MBBS, MD (Gen-Medicine), DM (Nephrology), a consultant nephrologist and transplant physician at NU Hospitals in Rajajinagar, Bangalore, with expertise in kidney disease management.

Dr. Aashish S

MBBS, MD (Gen-Medicine), DM (Nephrology)

Speciality

Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician Dept. of Nephrology, NU Hospitals

12+ years experience

Hospital

NU Hospitals, Rajaji Nagar - Bangalore

Overview

Dr. Aashish S believes that effective management of chronic diseases like hypertension and diabetes goes a long way in prevention of kidney disease. Patient education and effective medical management are the key areas to manage kidney disease.

Dr. Nikhil J Elenjickal, a skilled nephrologist in Bangalore, fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi. He specialises in treating various kidney conditions, including kidney transplants and glomerular diseases.

Dr. Nikhil J Elenjickal

M.B.B.S, M.D. (Medicine), DNB Nephrology,MNAMS,ESE-Neph (MRCP Nephrology)

Speciality

Nephrologist - Dept. of Nephrology, NU Hospitals

11+ years experience

Hospital

NU Hospitals, Padmanabhanagar - Bangalore

Overview

Dr. Nikhil J. Elenjickal has 11+ years of experience as a Consultant Nephrologist and Transplant Physician. He is an expert kidney doctor whose knowledge and experience span the UK, Netherlands, Mumbai, Nagpur etc. His expertise lies in healing kidney patients with blood in urine, high blood pressure, foamy or bubbly urine, haemodialysis, kidney transplant, glomerular diseases like acute kidney failure, low urine output, IgA nephropathy, Nephrotic syndrome, Chronic Kidney Disease, etc. He is well-versed in various languages like English, Hindi and Marathi.

Who is a nephrologist?

A nephrologist is a medical professional with an in-depth understanding of treatments and diagnoses in all aspects of kidney diseases and illnesses. A nephrologist will have in-depth knowledge of kidney functions and kidney problems, which affect our overall health con- ditions.

How Often Should You See a Kidney doctor in Bangalore or a Renal Specialist In Bangalore?

Healthy Individuals: People with better kidney function and no risks can visit a nephrologist in Bangalore every 1-2 years, a better option for a general checkup.

People with Kidney Disease: People with existing kidney disease consultations increase, and consulting the best nephrologist in Banga- lore occurs frequently every 2 to 3 months, depending on the seriousness of the condition. In advanced cases, even more frequent visits are required to consult a kidney specialist in Bangalore.

Why Choose a kidney doctor in Bangalore ?

Early visits are key to controlling and managing kidney disease & Illness effectively. Here are some signs that might indicate it's time to schedule a consultation with a kidney specialist in Bangalore:

  • Changes in urination
  • Swelling: Puffiness around your ankles, feet, or face (edema)
  • High blood pressure
  • Fatigue and weakness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Blood or protein in your urine
  • Recurring urinary tract infections

Can a Nephrologist treat kidney stones in Bangalore?

Generally, a well-trained Urologist, specializing in Urology, can diagnose and treat kidney stones. However, for a deeper understanding of underlying kidney disease, a referral to a Nephrologist may be necessary.

What is the fee to consult a Nephrologist in Bangalore?

In Bangalore, the consultation fee for a Nephrologist typically ranges from 500 to 1500 rupees, varying by location.

What Types of Kidney Surgeries are Performed by Kidney Specialists in Bangalore at Nu Hospitals?

  • Laparoscopic Cyst Ablation
  • Nephrectomy with Vein/Vena Cava Involvement
  • Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
  • Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
  • Surgery for Kidney Cancer

Are Nephrologists and Urologists the same?

Both nephrologists and urologists play an important role in treating kidney diseases. Nephrologists often manage the course for the treatment of kidney illness, while urologists are specialized in surgical procedures.

Where to Get a Kidney Biopsy in Bangalore?

NU Hospitals offers kidney biopsies performed by experienced nephrologists using minimally invasive techniques.

NU Hospitals: Leading Health Care Providers in Minimally Invasive Kidney Surgery in Bangalore

At NU Hospitals we are dedicated to providing the minimally invasive kidney surgery with latest advancements. These surgical procedures with latest technology performed in NU Hospitals are best in state-of-the-art facilities

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