Nephrologist
Sr.Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician, Nephrology38+ Years of Experience in Nephrology, Kidney Care & Renal Transplantation
NU Hospitals
Bangalore
Dr. Ramakrishnan S is a highly experienced Senior Consultant Nephrologist and Transplant Physician in Bangalore with more than 38 years of clinical experience in medicine, nephrology and comprehensive kidney care.
His areas of expertise include chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, kidney failure, dialysis, renal transplantation, renal biopsy, fluid and electrolyte disorders and preventive nephrology.
Dr. Ramakrishnan S has extensive experience in caring for patients requiring maintenance hemodialysis and other forms of renal replacement therapy, with particular attention to dialysis safety, infection prevention and long-term patient management.
He also provides comprehensive kidney transplant care, including assessment of transplant recipients, management of post-transplant medical problems and long-term monitoring following renal transplantation.
His clinical work includes advanced nephrology treatments such as continuous renal replacement therapy, plasmapheresis and renal biopsy for selected patients with complex kidney disorders.
Dr. Ramakrishnan S follows a patient-centred approach that emphasises detailed explanation of kidney conditions, preventive care, long-term treatment planning and active patient participation in managing renal health.
Comprehensive diagnosis and long-term management of chronic kidney disease with monitoring of kidney function, blood pressure, medications and factors that influence progression of renal disease.
Evaluation and management of sudden deterioration in kidney function, including identification of underlying causes and appropriate monitoring of renal recovery.
Comprehensive dialysis care for patients with advanced kidney disease, including treatment planning, monitoring and prevention of dialysis-related complications.
Specialised nephrology care for kidney transplant patients, including pre-transplant assessment, post-transplant monitoring and long-term management of renal function.
Kidney biopsy evaluation and procedural care for selected patients who require detailed investigation of unexplained kidney dysfunction or suspected renal disease.
Continuous kidney replacement therapy for critically ill patients with severe acute kidney injury who may not tolerate conventional intermittent dialysis.
Specialised plasma exchange treatment used for selected kidney and immune-related diseases according to the patient's clinical condition.
Assessment and treatment of sodium, potassium, fluid balance and other electrolyte abnormalities associated with kidney disease and related medical conditions.
Detailed assessment of kidney disorders affecting the filtering structures of the kidneys using appropriate investigations and renal pathology when required.
Preventive kidney care and screening for individuals at increased risk of renal disease, including patients with diabetes, hypertension or other kidney disease risk factors.
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Nephrology)
Dialysis; Kidney Biopsy; Peritoneal Dialysis; Kidney Transplant, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD); Hypertension; Diabetic Nephropathy; Glomerulonephritis; Acute Kidney Injury; End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Ramakrishnan S
Absolutely. Dr. Ramakrishnan S is a Senior Consultant Nephrologist with extensive experience in performing and interpreting kidney biopsies. A kidney biopsy is a crucial procedure for diagnosing the exact cause of a kidney problem, and you would be in very capable hands with his expertise, ensuring accurate diagnosis for effective treatment.
A Transplant Physician is a nephrologist who specializes in the medical management of patients before, during, and after a kidney transplant. Dr. Ramakrishnan S is responsible for evaluating transplant candidates, managing their care while they are on the waiting list, and overseeing their immunosuppressive medication and recovery after the surgery to ensure the body accepts the new kidney.
Yes. Dialysis is one of his major areas of expertise, including long-term hemodialysis care and advanced renal replacement therapies such as CRRT.
Yes. Dr. Ramakrishnan S is a Transplant Physician with extensive experience in renal transplant evaluation, post-transplant care and long-term monitoring of kidney transplant recipients.
Dr. Ramakrishnan S manages chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, kidney failure, dialysis-related conditions, fluid and electrolyte disorders and other complex renal diseases.
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