What does a Nephrologist do?

A nephrologist studies the kidneys and treats any diseases that affect them.

Who treats kidney stones urologist or nephrologist?

A urologist can treat the case of kidney stones.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Nephrologist?

Tests like Blood tests, Urine analysis, Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR), Ultrasound scanning, MR angiography, and Renal biopsy.

What are the typical symptoms of kidney related disease?

Typical symptoms include Decreased urine output, Fluid retention causing swelling in the legs, ankles or feet, Shortness of breath, Fatigue, Confusion, Nausea, Weakness, and Irregular heartbeat.

Are there any associated side effects after the kidney surgery?

Side effects may be Bleeding or Infection.

Dr. Deepak Pillai, Nephrologist in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Appointment

About Dr. Deepak Pillai

Dr. Deepak Pillai is a renowned Nephrologist with 15+ years of experience.
His area of expertise lies in the management of patients with acute kidney disease, chronic kidney disease, anemia management, management of abnormalities of bone metabolism, management of hypertension, and planning of renal replacement therapy, Hemodialysis, Peritoneal dialysis, kidney stones.
Dr. Deepak completed his graduation and post-graduation from the University of Kerala, India, followed by DM from the reputed University of Calicut, Kerala, India. Later, he did a Fellowship in Adult Nephrology from the prestigious University of Toronto, Canada.
He has received numerous awards such as the Kesavan Vaidyar Memorial Gold Medal award, Sabu memorial Gold Medal award, Best poster presentation, M M Niyamathullah Memorial Award for the best Nephrology essay paper, etc.
To date, he has worked in some of the top-notch institutes such as NMC hospitals, Abu Dhabi, NMC hospitals, Khalifa city, Cosmopolitan Hospital, Trivandrum, Kerala, University of Toronto, Canada, Hamed Al Essa kidney transplant center, Kuwait, Moulana Hospital, Perinthalmanna, India.

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