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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr Haresh Patel

Here is an outline of the conditions that are treated by Dr. Haresh Patel, a Kidney Transplant Surgeon.

  • Kidney Cancer
  • Polycystic Kidneys
  • Symptomatic Hydronephrosis
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Kidney Injury or Trauma
  • Kidney Stones
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease
  • Shrunken Kidney
  • Chronic Infection
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • End-Stage Renal Disease
  • Kidney Failure

Extreme infections like hepatitis. tuberculosis and bone infections lead to the situation where you need to get your kidney transplanted. You might need to get a kidney transplant if you have cancer now or had it in the recent past. Kidney disease or cardiovascular disease can become good reasons for someone to get kidney transplant done.

Signs and Symptoms treated by a Dr Haresh Patel

We bring to you the symptoms and signs which end up affecting the filtering ability of the kidneys to up to 90 percent which means the person has end stage kidney disease and is a good candidate for a kidney transplant.

  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Chest Pain or Pressure
  • Weakness
  • Irregular Heartbeat
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Fluid Retention (causing swelling in your legs, ankles, or feet)
  • Confusion
  • Seizures or Coma (in severe cases)
  • Kidney Disease or Kidney Failure
  • Decreased Urine Output (although occasionally urine output remains normal)

The signs and symptoms which lead to end stage kidney disease necessitating a kidney transplant are outlined below. Patients who have been diabetic for a pretty long time might end up having this disease. Your kidneys could be damaged also due to prolonged history of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension).

Operating Hours of Dr Haresh Patel

Your kidneys could be damaged also due to prolonged history of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension). You will start to recuperate in a day or two and be home bound within a week.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Haresh Patel

Popular procedures performed by Dr. Haresh Patel are as follows:

  • Kidney Transplant

Types of kidney transplants are also dependent on whether the donor is alive or deceased. A preemptive kidney transplant actually preempts the need for dialysis to come in at all. One must go for regular checkups post the procedure to know if the transplanted kidney is working well..

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MD (General Medicine)
  • DM (Nephrology)

Past Experiences

  • Asst. Professor (MD Medicine) at Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad.
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
  • Written Second Opinion report delivered within 5 days
  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Clinical Fellowship at Ottawa Hospital Transplant fellowship from UNOS Certified American Society

MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • American Society of Nephrology (ASN)
  • Canadian Society of Nephrology (CSN)
  • American Society of Transplantation (AST)

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PROCEDURES

  • Kidney Transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Haresh Patel have?
Dr. Haresh Patel is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Ahmedabad, India.
Does Dr. Haresh Patel offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Haresh Patel have?
Dr. Haresh Patel is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 20 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Kidney Transplant Surgeon

What does a Kidney Transplant Surgeon do?

It is when you need your diseased kidney or kidneys removed and replaced with a healthy kidney that you visit a Kidney Transplant Surgeon. When it comes to helping you through rehabilitation and recovery process, in addition to the actual procedure, Kidney Transplant Surgeon helps you through it all. Recommending the right tests and prescribing medicines is also done by them. The core operation team of the surgeon consists of Technicians, Nephrologist and nurses as well.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

There is a number of tests required to evaluate your candidature for a kidney transplant and they are listed below::

  • Imaging Tests
  • HLA Testing
  • Donor-Special Blood Tests
  • Blood Tests
  • Removing a sample of Kidney Tissue for Testing
  • Urine Output Measurements
  • Urine Tests

We bring to you some more tests that could be required in the process of kidney transplant.:

  1. Blood tests
  2. Chest X-ray
  3. chocardiogram
  4. Electrocardiogram
  5. Cardiac stress test
  6. Cancer screening
  7. Colonoscopy
  8. Gynecological examination
  9. Prostate exam
  10. Dental evaluation

In order to ensure the acceptance and seamless functioning of the kidneys, the tests should be done timely and at the right frequencies. Echocardiogram, Electrocardiogram and cardiac stress test might be needed based on the doctors opinion.

When should you go to see a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

You must visit a Kidney Transplant Surgeon if you have any of the commonly seen symptoms associated with a kidney failure. You can avoid the condition of going on the dialysis at all by getting a kidney transplant to preempt this situation. It is also the work of the surgeon to check up on how your body is faring post transplant surgery. Further, the decision to get a transplanted kidney is also taken in strict consultation with the surgeon.