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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr Veerabhadra Gupta

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

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

Your kidneys can be affected from infections including hepatitis, tuberculosis and bone infections because of which you end up needing a kidney transplant. Even patients who are suffering from cancer or have had cancer recently might need to get a kidney transplant done. Kidney transplant might become a necessity for patients having severe case of liver disease or cardiovascular disease.

Signs and Symptoms treated by a Dr Veerabhadra Gupta

Let us have a look at the signs and symptoms because of which kidneys end up losing 90% of ability to filter then the person has end stage kidney disease and will need a kidney transplant.

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

Please consult your Kidney Transplant Surgeon whether you need to get a transplant done if your kidneys have failed i.e., you have end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Long term diabetes can bring your kidneys to this situation that you end up getting a kidney transplant. High blood pressure or Hypertension is another of the leading causes of kidney disease which could necessitate a kidney transplant.

Operating Hours of Dr Veerabhadra Gupta

The operating hours of the doctor are from 10 am to 6 pm, Monday to Saturday, with an off on Sunday. You can be up and about from the surgery in a day or two and reach home in one week.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Veerabhadra Gupta

We bring to you the names of the popular procedures performed by Dr. Veerabhadra Gupta.:

  • 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. It is also important to check if the transplanted kidney is working properly or not and regular checkups post the surgery are required to do so..

Qualification

  • MD
  • MBBS

Past Experiences

  • Assistant Professor - Institute of Kidney Diseases and Research Centre & Institute of Transplantation Sciences
  • Consultant - B. J. Medical College, Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad, India
  • Head of the Department - Columbia Asia Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Transplant nephrology fellowship - Asan Medical Centre, Seoul, South Korea and Harvard university, Boston.

MEMBERSHIPS (4)

  • Nephrology Association of Karnataka (NAK)
  • Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN)
  • Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT)
  • International Society of Nephrology

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (7)

  • First-Year Morbidity and mortality profile of post renal transplant patients.
  • Clinical study of 50 cases of chronic renal failure.
  • Outcome Of Renal Transplantation In Diabetes Mellitus: Our Experience During Last Year.
  • Donor selection in cadaveric transplantation- Meet the Professors-Moderator, IV International Congress on Kidney Diseases
  • Management of anaemia- Iron deficiency anaemia.
  • Contrast-induced nephropathy presentation at Ahmedabad Nephrology.

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PROCEDURES

  • Kidney Transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Veerabhadra Gupta have?
Dr. Veerabhadra Gupta is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bengaluru, India.
Does Dr. Veerabhadra Gupta offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Veerabhadra Gupta have?
Dr. Veerabhadra Gupta is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 16 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Kidney Transplant Surgeon

What does a Kidney Transplant Surgeon do?

A healthy kidney in the place of one or two diseased kidneys, this procedure is called a kidney transplant and is performed by a Kidney Transplant Surgeon. The surgeon not just performs the procedure but handholds you through the preoperative and post operative rehabilitation as well. It is the work of the surgeon to recommend tests and prescribe the medicines as well. 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?

We have outlined below the tests that give a good picture of whether you need a kidney transplant.:

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

Here is a comprehensive list of additional tests needed before and during the kidney transplant procedure.:

  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. The heart tests such as the Echocardiogram, Electrocardiogram and the cardiac stress test are immensely important to know the heart strength.

When should you go to see a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

Please consult a Kidney Transplant Surgeon when you are dealing with a kidney failure and need a Kidney Transplant. 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. The doctor also consults with you in deciding whether a kidney transplant is the right way to go for you.