Department of Nephrology

Nephrology is the subspecialty of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to kidneys. Since the kidneys perform a pivotal role in maintaining critical functions of the body, nephrologists must not only have expertise in matters of primary kidney disorders but of systemic complications that arise due to the dysfunction of kidneys as well. Though managing and preventing early kidney diseases are part of a wider internal medicinal practice, nephrologists are generally assist and manage advanced and more complex renal disorders.

At Sagar Hospitals, the Department of Nephrology has a long and successful history of effectively diagnosing and treating kidney diseases. The experts at Sagar Hospitals handle both pediatric and adult cases with great compassion and care, and specialize in treating acute renal conditions. Primary kidney disorders such as glomerular diseases, tubular defects, the impact of toxins on kidneys, and tubulointerstitial kidney diseases are expertly handled by the doctors of the Department of Nephrology.

The doctors at Sagar Hospitals have a thorough understanding of the central role played by kidneys in systemic diseases such as heart failure.


The Nephrology Department at Sagar is widely known for its expertise in handling a wide spectrum of acute and chronic Kidney Conditions. With advanced facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, and experienced physicians and surgeons, Sagar Hospitals is the best Kidney Hospital in Bangalore. Our capable team of experts ranging from Nephrologists, Urologists, Specialists and others, consistently and successfully, address and provide treatment to adults and children.

FAQs

The essential difference between the fields is in their practice and mode of study. For instance, Nephrologists deal with the diagnosis and treatment of everything that relates to Kidney problems. On the other hand, Urologists specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of Urinary Tract Problems in men and women.
When tests or results of screenings indicate that your kidneys are diseased or failing, you may want to consult a Nephrologist. Call/book an appointment with the best Nephrologists in Bangalore by calling Sagar Hospitals.
Nephrologists do not typically perform surgeries but carry out the treatment plan in conjunction with Care Teams that feature Urologists who perform such surgeries.
The treatment plan may vary from case to case, and it is best to refer to the best Kidney specialists in Bangalore. However, if your Kidneys are failing, then only a Transplant or Dialysis will take care of filtering out wastes from the body as well as a healthy organ.
Generally, those with End-Stage Renal Failure qualify for Kidney Transplants. However, several other criteria must be met before a patient is considered ready for a transplant. Contact the Nephrologists and Urologists at Sagar Hospitals in Bangalore for the best guidance.
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