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Dr. Professor John Cunningham

Dr. Professor John Cunningham

Nephrologist ·
, London, United Kingdom

37 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English

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About Dr. Professor John Cunningham

  • Professor Sir Cunningham is a renowned clinician-scientist.
  • He serves as Professor of Nephrology at University College London Medical School and The Royal Free Hospital.
  • He also holds an Honorary Fellowship at Trinity Hall, University of Cambridge.
  • He was Physician to HM The Queen.
  • He was knighted in June 2014 for services to the Royal Family.
  • He contributed to the understanding of the effect of acidosis on the bioactivation of vitamin D.
  • He described and characterised hysteresis in the parathyroid response to calcium.
  • He is an active researcher with more than 100 papers published in peer-reviewed journals.
  • He acts as an advisor to several pharmaceutical companies.
  • He is the founding Co-chairman of the Nephrology At The Limits series in collaboration with UCL, the University of Cape Town, and The Lancet.

Conditions treated by Dr. Professor John Cunningham

  • Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
  • Acute kidney injury (AKI)
  • Hypertension related to kidney disease
  • Electrolyte and acid-base disorders
  • Mineral and bone disorders in chronic kidney disease
  • Secondary hyperparathyroidism
  • Vitamin D deficiency and related metabolic issues
  • End-stage renal disease (ESRD) requiring dialysis or transplant care
  • Kidney complications from diabetes and hypertension
  • Glomerular diseases

Area of Interest

  • Metabolic bone disease
  • Hypertension
  • Prevention of kidney stones
  • Dialysis

Qualification

  • Magdalen College School, Oxford – Early education
  • Trinity Hall, University of Cambridge – BA, (1970)
  • St John’s College, Oxford – BM, BCh, (1973); DM, (1988)
  • Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, USA – Postgraduate clinical and research training

Work Experiences

    Certifications (2)

    • Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP)
    • Honorary Fellowship, Trinity Hall, University of Cambridge

    Memberships (1)

    • Member, Royal College of Physicians (RCP)

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    Procedures Performed

    Hemodialysis
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    FAQ's Related to Nephrologist

    A nephrologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of kidney-related diseases and disorders, including chronic kidney disease, kidney stones, high blood pressure, and electrolyte imbalances.

    You should consult a nephrologist if you have:

    • Persistent high blood pressure
    • Abnormal kidney function tests (e.g., elevated creatinine or low eGFR)
    • Protein or blood in your urine
    • Swelling in hands, feet, or face
    • Kidney stones or recurrent urinary tract infections
    • History of kidney transplant or need for dialysis

    Common tests include:

    • Blood tests (creatinine, urea, electrolytes)
    • Urine tests (urinalysis, protein, microalbumin)
    • Imaging (ultrasound, CT, MRI of kidneys)
    • Kidney biopsy for detailed tissue analysis

    Nephrologists provide:

    • Medication management for kidney disease and high blood pressure
    • Dialysis (hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis)
    • Kidney transplant evaluation and follow-up
    • Lifestyle and dietary counselling to protect kidney function

    Yes. Nephrologists often manage conditions closely linked to kidney health, such as:

    • Diabetes and its impact on the kidneys
    • High blood pressure
    • Electrolyte and mineral imbalances (e.g., calcium, phosphate)
    • Bone disease related to chronic kidney disease

    The frequency depends on your condition:

    • Chronic kidney disease: typically every 3–6 months
    • Dialysis patients: multiple times per week
    • Post-transplant: regular follow-ups as per your transplant team

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