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. Wanjak Pongsittisak, Nephrologist in Bangkok, Thailand - Appointment

About Dr. Wanjak Pongsittisak

Dr. Wanjak Pongsittisak is a highly experienced and skilled Nephrologist with experience of 12+ years, specializing in kidney removal surgeries besides treating other renal conditions.
He completed Doctor of Medicine (second-class honours), from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University and Master of Sciences in Nephrology from Chulalongkorn University
Dr. Wanjak has been performing nephrectomies (kidney removal) surgeries besides treating other advanced conditions of the kidney such as CKD, UTI, diabetes renal failure among other such conditions.
The Doctor also holds Fellowship in Nephrology, from the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University.
He is a certified member of the International Society of Nephrology: The ISN-ANIO Clinical Nephropathology Certificate Program.

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