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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr Girish N S

We bring to you the long list of conditions that Dr. Girish N S treats.

  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Polycystic Kidneys
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • End-Stage Renal Disease
  • Kidney Failure

A doctor who specialises into taking good care of and treating our kidneys are called Nephrologists. People with acute renal failure and chronic kidney diseases or urinary tract infections are the ones who most commonly see a Nephrologist. Resolving blood or protein loss in the urine and kidney stones is also done by this doctor.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Girish N S

The signs and symptoms that are an indication of a kidney condition are as follows:

  • A glomerular filtration rate (GFR) of 30 or lower
  • Acute renal failure
  • High blood pressure that does not respond to medication
  • Repeat urinary tract infections
  • Stage 4 or 5 chronic kidney disease
  • Chronic urinary tract infections
  • Repeat kidney stones
  • Accelerated decline in kidney function

It is the increased swelling which is a very common indication of a kidney condition and it could be around eyes, ankles, feet or legs. A kidney condition may be imminent with gastrointestinal issues like nausea, vomiting and a decreased appetite. The issues related to kidney are also known to be there with signs like high blood pressure and anemia.

Operating Hours of Dr Girish N S

The doctor's operating hours are from Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm. The procedure is performed with a lot of care, efficiency and delicacy.

Procedures performed by Dr Girish N S

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Girish N S are outlined below.:

  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Transplant

The Nephrologists work as a team with other specialists to perform few procedures in addition to providing medical treatment to people for various conditions. People often refer a Nephrologist when they have to get a Kidney dialysis done. There are some critical procedures that they have to do like Kidney transplants and Kidney biopsies.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MRCP

Past Experiences

  • Consultant Nephrologist - Royal London Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, UK
  • Consultant Nephrologist - Apollo Hospitals, Bangalore, India
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Karnataka Medical Council

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Lack of Motivation: A new modifiable risk factor for peritonitis in patients undergoing Peritoneal dialysis, Paudel K, Girish Namagondlu, N Samad, Mckitty K, Fan SL

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PROCEDURES

  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Girish N S have?
Dr. Girish N S is a specialized Nephrologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bengaluru, India.
Does Dr. Girish N S offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Girish N S have?
Dr. Girish N S is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 15 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Nephrologist

What does a Nephrologist do?

When you start showing signs and symptoms that could indicate a kidney issue, your doctor will refer you to a Nephrologist. Of the various responsibilities that are manned by the Nephrologists, one is managing chronic kidney disease and acute kidney failure. In order to help the kidneys function well, doctors treat Tubular/interstitial disorders and Glomerular/vascular disorders. It is not just hypertension but mineral metabolism disorders are managed by these doctors.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Nephrologist?

As you are to consult a Nephrologist, you must undergo some blood and urine tests before and during the consultation and these are

  • Renal biopsy
  • Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR)
  • Urine analysis
  • Renal Arteriography
  • Intravenous urography (IVU)
  • Ultrasound scanning
  • Blood tests
  • Scintigraphy
  • MR angiography

The right picture about the condition of the kidney is given through blood and urine tests. A kidney ultrasound can also be recommended by the doctor based on the situation. On a case to case basis a kidney biopsy can also be done to figure out the condition of the kidneys.

When should you go to see a Nephrologist?

You must consult a Nephrologist if their is an ongoing health condition that is affecting your kidney function. This doctor treats people with a variety of kidney issues such as Tubular/interstitial disorders, Glomerular/vascular disorders and even those who require dialysis often. Procedures such as Kidney transplantation also required a lot of preparation, a Nephrologist helps you through the same. The Nephrologist's role also comes in in situations when patient's kidneys are failing or they have a serious kidney disease.