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Dr. Prakash K C

, India, Chennai

Nephrologist • 34 years experience

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Prakash K C, MBBS, is a Kidney Transplant Surgeon based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 34 years of professional experience. Prakash K C areas of expertise include Chronic Infection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease, Kidney Injury or Trauma, Symptomatic Hydronephrosis.

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  • Currently working at Apollo Hospital, Chennai
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Dr. Rajeev Annigeri

, India, Chennai

Nephrologist • 28 years experience

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Rajeev Annigeri, MBBS - Karnataka University, India, 1988 , is a Kidney Transplant Surgeon based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 28 years of professional experience. Rajeev Annigeri areas of expertise include Polycystic Kidneys, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Chronic Infection, Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Injury or Trauma.

Work Experiences

  • Teaching, ST John’s Medical College, Bangalore
  • Clinical Fellowship (2yrs) at University Health Network, Toronto, Canada
  • Nephrology Consultant, DNB training teacher: Apollo Hospitals, Chennai (February 2002 till date).
  • Assistant Professor of Nephrology, St. John’s Medical College Hospital, Bangalore (January 1997 to December 1999)
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Dr. Muthu Kumar P

, India, Chennai

Nephrologist • 22 years experience

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Muthu Kumar P, MBBS, is a Kidney Transplant Surgeon based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 22 years of professional experience. Muthu Kumar P areas of expertise include End-Stage Renal Disease, Kidney Injury or Trauma, Symptomatic Hydronephrosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Failure.

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  • Assistant professor in the Department of General Medicine at Vinayaka Mission Medical College Hospital, Salem.
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Dr. M Jayakumar

, India, Chennai

Nephrologist • 19 years experience

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M Jayakumar, MBBS, is a Kidney Transplant Surgeon based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 19 years of professional experience. M Jayakumar areas of expertise include Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Cancer, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease, Glomerulonephritis.

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  • He is an experienced urological physician with an overall clinical experience of 19 years. He is presently providing his services as Consultant, a nephrologist at Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre. He was previously associated with Aishwarya hospital in Chennai and Gust Hospital, Kilpauk as Consultant Nephrology.
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Dr. S Ramalakshmi

, India, Chennai

Nephrologist • 15 years experience

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S Ramalakshmi, AB, is a Kidney Transplant Surgeon based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 15 years of professional experience. S Ramalakshmi areas of expertise include Shrunken Kidney, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Stones, Kidney Cancer, Kidney Injury or Trauma.

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  • She has an overall clinical experience of more than 15 years. She is currently providing her services at Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre.
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Dr. Muruganandham K

, India, Chennai

Urosurgeon • 19 years experience

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Muruganandham K, MBBS, is a Urosurgeon based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 19 years of professional experience. Muruganandham K areas of expertise include Prostate Cancer, To restore Fertility in Males, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Bladder Cancer, Male Sterilization or Contraception.

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  • Associate Professor of Urology
  • Assistant Professor of Urology, JIPMER, Puducherry, India
  • Consultant Urologist, RG stone Urology hospital, Chennai
  • Senior Resident (Urology and Renal Transplant), SGPGIMS, Lucknow
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Kidney Transplant Surgeons in Chennai, India offering online consultation?

Listed below are some of the top Kidney Transplant Surgeons available for online consultation in Chennai, India:

Who are the top Kidney Transplant Surgeons from other cities?
Which are some of the best hospitals Kidney Transplant Surgeons in Chennai, India are associated with?
Which are some of the procedures performed by Kidney Transplant Surgeons in Chennai, India?

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Which are some of the conditions treated by Kidney Transplant Surgeon in Chennai, India?

Listed below are some of the most common conditions performed by kidney transplant surgeons in Chennai, India are:

  • End-Stage Renal Disease
  • Polycystic Kidneys
  • Shrunken Kidney
  • Kidney Failure
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Symptomatic Hydronephrosis
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Kidney Stones
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease
  • Kidney Injury or Trauma
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Chronic Infection
What are the qualifications of a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

A person has to undergo an extensive educational journey and training to become a kidney transplant surgeon. First, transplant surgeons need to qualify the medical entrance exam to get into a medical school. Once the candidate clears the entrance test, he/she completes a five-and-a-half-year programme (MBBS). After this, they go for a three-year MS course to have specialisation in surgery. They then complete a general residency like any other doctor. Finally, they have to complete an additional three years of a kidney transplant surgery fellowship. After this, they become certified transplant surgeons.

What conditions do Kidney Transplant Surgeons treat?

A kidney transplant may be an option if the kidneys have stopped working completely. This condition is called end-stage renal disease or end-stage kidney disease. Some common conditions treated by kidney transplant surgeons are:

  • Kidney Failure
  • Kidney Cancer
  • End-Stage Renal Disease
  • Polycystic Kidneys
  • Shrunken Kidney
  • Kidney Stones
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease
  • Symptomatic Hydronephrosis
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Chronic Infection
  • Kidney Injury or Trauma
What diagnostic tests are required by a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

A Kidney Transplant Surgeon may order below the below-listed diagnostic tests to evaluate the overall condition of the patient and find out if he/she is fit to undergo a kidney transplantation.

  • Blood typing
  • Tissue Typing
  • Crossmatching
  • Chest X-ray
  • Echocardiogram
  • Electrocardiogram
  • Cardiac stress test
  • Colonoscopy
  • Cancer screening
  • Gynecological examination
  • Dental evaluation
  • Prostate exam
When should you visit a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

There are various reasons for visiting a kidney transplant surgeon. Some of these are:

  • Your kidneys have stopped working or you are on dialysis.
  • You are diagnosed with cancer that has spread from its original location to other parts of the body.
  • Infection in the kidney that could not be treated properly.
  • Critical conditions other than kidney disease that do not get better even after transplantation.
  • Severe heart problems that may make it unsafe to have surgery.
  • Cancer that has spread to the kidney.
  • Recurring kidney infection that may not be treated.
What can you expect from your first visit with a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

A kidney transplant surgeon will evaluate your health to know if you are fit for transplant. The doctor will ask you a few questions related to your symptoms to know the severity of the health condition you are suffering from. They will order a few diagnostic tests to do a complete analysis of the consequences of transplant if any. If the kidney transplant surgeon finds that transplant can have a harmful effect on your health, they will recommend alternative treatment options or will tell you to wait for some time so that you become fit for the transplant.

In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

Some most common procedures performed by a Kidney Transplant Surgeon are:

  • Kidney Transplant
  • Nephrectomy
  • Kidney Stone Removal

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