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.

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Dr. Ravi Vemagiri Andrews

Nephrologist

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MBBS , DNB , DNB

20 years of overall experience

Works at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad

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About Dr. Ravi Vemagiri Andrews

Dr. Ravi Vemagiri Andrews is a well-known Nephrologist with 17+ years of experience.
He holds extensive experience in kidney dialysis, kidney transplantation, laparoscopic nephrectomy, and many more.
After completing MBBS from Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore in 1991, he pursued DNB in General Medicine from P.D. Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre in 2000 followed by DNB in Nephrology from Apollo Hospitals in 2006.
He is a recipient of several awards and recognitions.
He is an active member of the Indian Society Of Nephrology.

Medical Problems

For which Dr. Ravi Vemagiri Andrews can be consulted

Chronic Kidney Disease
Acute Kidney Injury
End-Stage Renal Disease
Acute Renal Failure

Diabetic Nephropathy
Aortic Stenosis

Hyperkalemia
Diabetic foot wounds

Medical Procedures

Performed by Dr. Ravi Vemagiri Andrews

Kidney Transplantation
Swap Kidney Transplantation

Hemodialysis
Peritoneal Dialysis

Insertion of dialysis catheters
Creation of Arteriovenous Fistulas

Location

Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad Hyderabad, India

MBBS, 1991, Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore

DNB, 2000, General Medicine - P.D. Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre

DNB, 2005, Nephrology - Apollo Hospitals

Won 2nd Prize For Poster On 'Diabetic Muscle Infarction' At ISNCON - 2001.

Junior Medical Officer at Serango Christian Hospital, Orissa
Houseman In Pathology And Blood Bank at Sir Harkisondas Nurottamdas (H.N) Hospital , Mumbai
House Physician In Neurology at Jaslok Hospital , Mumbai
Resident House Officer In Medicine at Parsee General Hospital, Mumbai
P.G. Student (DNB) In General Medicine at P.D.Hinduja National Hospital , Mumbai
Chief Resident In Medicine at Mahatma Gandhi Mission (MGM) Hospital and Medical College, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai.
Registrar In Nephrology at Apollo Hospitals
Junior Consultant at Nephrology At Apollo Hospitals