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Qualification and Experience of Dr. Reetesh Sharma

With an impeccable track record, Dr. Reetesh Sharma is a renowned nephrologist with more than 22 years of experience in his field of expertise. Over the course of his career, Dr. Sharma has performed more than 2000 kidney transplants. He is well-regarded for providing patient-centric care and is skilled in all aspects of kidney care. Dr. Sharma has practiced at some of the best hospitals in India such as Medanta-the Medicity, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, and Fortis Escorts Hospital, New Delhi. In 2008, he set up the facility for dialysis at the Fortis Escorts Hospital in New Delhi. Currently, he serves as a Director and heads the Department of Nephrology and Kidney Transplant Medicine at the Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, Faridabad, Haryana.

Dr. Sharma holds an MBBS, MD, and DNB in Nephrology. He underwent additional advanced training in Transplantation at the Maastricht Hospital in the Netherlands in 2012. This was followed by a Preceptorship training in ABO-incompatible transplantation at Tokyo University Hospital in Japan in 2017. He is a renowned expert in providing effective treatments for a wide variety of kidney disorders such as polycystic kidney disease, kidney stones, end-stage renal disease, urinary tract infections, kidney infections, and glomerulonephritis. Dr Sharma can provide kidney transplantation both ABO incompatible and compatible. He is also competent in performing peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis.

Contribution to Medical Science of Dr. Reetesh Sharma

Dr. Reetesh Sharma is an exceptionally talented nephrologist who has made significant contributions to his field. Some of his notable achievements and contributions include:

  • Dr. Sharma is invited to participate in several conferences and workshops owing to his vast expertise in his field. He has also won awards for his works. For instance, he received the Best Paper Presentation award at the ISNCON in 2010 and 2012.
  • Dr. Sharma is enthusiastic about teaching and training junior nephrologists. Professionally, he holds memberships in organizations such as the Delhi Nephrology Society, the Indian Society of Organ Transplant, the Indian Society of Nephrology, and the International Society of Nephrology(ISN).
  • Over the course of his career, Dr. Sharma has published several scientific papers in reputed journals. Some of his impressive publications are
  • Gupta PN, Pokhariyal S, Bansal S, Jain S, Saxena V, Sharma R et al. Renal transplant across ABO barrier. Indian J Nephrol 2013;23:214-6
  • Sharma R, Kher V: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) as a risk factor for Coronary Heart. Disease (CHD): J Preventive Cardiology 2014
  • Bansal S B, Sethi S, Sharma R, Jain M, Jha P, Ahlawat R, Duggal R, Kher V. Early corticosteroid withdrawal regimen in a living donor kidney transplantation program. Indian J Nephrol 2014;24:232-8.

Reasons to Avail Online Consultation with Dr. Reetesh Sharma

Those who are worried about the hassles of visiting a hospital can easily receive medical advice and treatment through telemedicine. With the help of telemedicine, you can quickly get in touch with a qualified nephrologist like Dr. Reetesh Sharma if you or a loved one has a kidney ailment. Some of the reasons why you should consult Dr. Reetesh Sharma virtually are:

  • Dr. Reetesh Sharma is skilled in treating a range of kidney disorders and has years of experience in providing successful treatments.
  • He ensures that his patients receive safe and effective care. Dr. Sharma employs evidence-based medicine to obtain the best results for his patients.
  • Dr. Sharma is fluent in languages like English and Hindi. He has excellent conversational skills and can speak effortlessly with patients from around the world.
  • In order to stay updated with the developments in his area of expertise, he routinely attends conferences and has received training in cutting-edge kidney treatments.
  • He stresses patient-centred care and discusses the benefits and drawbacks of each course of action. As a result, patients are well-informed before receiving treatment regarding the expected outcomes.
  • He has conducted a number of teleconsultations throughout his career for patients across the world.
  • He responds to his patients' inquiries in-depth to ensure that they are well aware of the possible complications associated with their treatments.
  • He invites his patients to be open and honest with him about their worries. This helps to lessen the patients' worry and fear about the treatment.
  • Dr. Reetesh Sharma has a track record of success, and overseas patients who have benefited from his treatments routinely recommend him.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DNB (Nephrology)

Past Experiences

  • Associate Director Nephrology - Medanta - The Medicity, Gurugram, India
  • Senior Consultant Nephrologist - Fortis Escorts Hospital, Okhla, New Delhi, India
  • Consultant Nephrologist - Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, India
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MEMBERSHIPS (4)

  • Delhi Nephrology Society
  • Indian Society of Nephrology
  • Indian Society of Organ Transplant
  • International Society of Nephrology (ISN)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

  • Swamy A, Pazare AR, Mehta S, Shivane V, Sharma R: Straight Back Syndrome. The Ind. Pract. 2003;56(9):635-638
  • Vijay Kher, Reetesh Sharma, Salil Jain: Newer therapies for the management of Lupus Nephritis- Renal Sciences Update 2005, Annual conference- Delhi Nephrology Society.
  • Kher V, Jain S, Sharma R: Post partum HUS/TTP – Apollo Medicine Journal 2005.
  • Sharma R, Jain S, Kher V. ANCA-associated Goodpasture’s syndrome in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis on penicillamine. Indian J Nephrol 2012;22:45-7
  • Gupta PN, Pokhariyal S, Bansal S, Jain S, Saxena V, Sharma R et al. Renal transplant across ABO barrier. Indian J Nephrol 2013;23:214-6

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PROCEDURES

  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the total experience of Dr Reetesh Sharma?

Dr Reetesh Sharma has more than 22 years of experience as a nephrologist.

What is the medical expertise of Dr Reetesh Sharma?

Dr Reetesh Sharma has expertise in kidney diseases and kidney transplantation.

What are some of the treatments performed by Dr Reetesh Sharma?

Dr Reetesh Sharma can provide treatments for a range of kidney diseases and is adept at providing dialysis and performing kidney transplants.

Which hospital is affiliated with Dr Reetesh Sharma?

Dr Reetesh Sharma is associated with the Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, Faridabad, Haryana as the Director and Head of Nephrology and Kidney Transplant Medicine.

How much does it cost to consult with Dr Reetesh Sharma?

Consultation with Dr Reetesh Sharma costs 60 USD.

What are some of the awards and associations Dr Reetesh Sharma holds?

Dr Sharma received the Best Paper Presentation award at ISNCON 2010 and 2012. He is a part of reputed organizations such as the Delhi Nephrology Society, the Indian Society of Nephrology and the Indian Society of Organ Transplant.

What is the process for scheduling a Telemedicine call with Dr Reetesh Sharma?

To schedule a telemedicine session with Dr Reetesh Sharma, follow the given steps:

  • Search Dr Reetesh Sharma’s name on the MediGence website
  • Click on the video icon on his profile
  • Enter your details
  • Upload the necessary documents
  • Pay the consultation fee on PayPal’s payment gateway
  • Click on the link received in the mail to join the teleconsultation session with Dr Reetesh Sharma

FAQ's Related to Nephrologist

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. 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 surgeon is the most important component of the core team which is inclusive of nurses, technicians and nephrologist.

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.:

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

There can be a requirement for other tests basis your health conditions, these additional tests are listed her:

  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. Few of these tests are important to know the heart strength and they are Echocardiogram, Electrocardiogram and the cardiac stress test.

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. It is not necessary that just people on dialysis get the kidney transplant, it is also true that you can get it done before such a situation arises. You need to stay in touch with your surgeon during the post transplant recovery period. The doctor also consults with you in deciding whether a kidney transplant is the right way to go for you.