Nephrology

The Department of Nephrology at Poona Hospital & Research Centre offers comprehensive treatment for all types of kidney disorders. The team of senior Nephrologists and experienced technicians ensures safe treatment of all Nephrological issues with a focus on improving the quality of life.

The hospital is a recognised centre for cadaver donor organ transplants.

Paediatric Nephrology:- The Pediatric nephrology unit at Poona Hospital & Research Centre offers diagnosis and treatment to children suffering from urinary and kidney disorders.

Our Team of Nephrology Specialties:

Dr. N.C. Ambekar

Education: DNB (Nephrology)

Specialties: Nephrology

OPD Timing: Mon & Fri – 11.30 am to 01.30 pm

Dr. Suhas Mondhe

Education: MBBS,DNB Medicine, DNB Nephrology

Specialties: Nephrology

OPD Timing: Tues | Thurs – 02.00 pm to 4.30 pm

Dr. Sunil Jawale

Education: DM Nephrology

Specialties: Nephrology

OPD Timing: Wed & Sat - 11.30 am to 01.30 pm

Dr. Nikhil Rathi

Education: DNB (Nephrology)

Specialties: Nephrology

OPD Timing: Tues | Thurs - 11.30 am to 01.30 pm | Sat - 02.00 pm to 4.30 pm
FAQ
1) What is nephrology?
Nephrology is the branch of medicine that focuses on kidney health, including diseases and treatments.
2) What are common kidney diseases?
Common conditions include chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidney stones, kidney infections, and acute kidney injury.
3) What are the symptoms of kidney disease?
Fatigue, swelling in legs, decreased urine output, high blood pressure, and foamy urine may indicate kidney problems.
4) What causes kidney disease?
Diabetes, high blood pressure, infections, and genetic conditions can lead to kidney disease.
5) How is kidney disease diagnosed?
Through blood tests (creatinine, GFR), urine tests, imaging (ultrasound, CT scan), and sometimes a kidney biopsy.

Nephrology Hospital in Pune | Comprehensive Kidney & Renal Care

Nephrology Hospital in Pune

The Department of Nephrology at Poona Hospital & Research Centre offers comprehensive treatment for kidney disorders through a team of senior nephrologists and experienced technicians.

Kidney Disease Treatment and Renal Care

Nephrology focuses on kidney health and the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disorders. The official FAQ lists chronic kidney disease, kidney stones, kidney infections and acute kidney injury among common kidney conditions.

Kidney Disease Diagnosis

The department's FAQ identifies blood tests such as creatinine and GFR, urine tests, ultrasound or CT imaging and, in some cases, kidney biopsy as diagnostic approaches.

Kidney Disease Symptoms

Possible symptoms listed by Poona Hospital include fatigue, swelling in the legs, decreased urine output, high blood pressure and foamy urine. These symptoms can have different causes and require medical assessment.

Nephrologists in Pune

The current department page lists Dr. N.C. Ambekar, Dr. Suhas Mondhe, Dr. Sunil Jawale and Dr. Nikhil Rathi as nephrology specialists, with OPD schedules displayed on the page.

Dialysis and Renal Support

Poona Hospital also operates a haemodialysis unit and provides bedside haemodialysis in ICUs for critically ill patients. The hospital is also a recognised centre for cadaver donor organ transplants.

Integrated Kidney Care

Kidney disease may require coordination with diabetology, cardiology, critical care, radiology, pathology and other specialties depending on the patient's condition.