Fortis Nephrology – Comprehensive Kidney Care & Transplant Services
The Department of Nephrology at Fortis Hospitals provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for kidney-related conditions across all stages of disease. Our nephrology services cover the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic kidney diseases, kidney failure, hypertension-related kidney disorders, dialysis and kidney transplantation.
As a leading nephrology hospital in India, Fortis brings together experienced nephrologists, kidney transplant specialists, urologists, critical care specialists, nurses, dieticians and trained dialysis technicians to provide coordinated care for both children and adults.
Our clinical expertise extends to complex kidney conditions, including ANCA-associated vasculitis, lupus-related kidney disease, genetic and congenital kidney disorders, and systemic diseases affecting kidney function. Patients with critically ill or complex conditions receive comprehensive evaluation and care supported by advanced diagnostic and critical-care facilities.
Advanced Kidney Care & Dialysis
Fortis provides a wide range of renal replacement therapies tailored to individual patient needs, including:
- Haemodialysis
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Nocturnal dialysis
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Slow Continuous Extended Dialysis (SCED)
- Dialysis support for critically ill patients
Our dialysis services are supported by nephrologists, experienced nursing teams, certified haemodialysis technicians and registered dieticians, ensuring patients receive comprehensive care throughout their treatment journey.
Kidney Transplantation at Fortis
The Kidney Transplant Programme at Fortis provides comprehensive support from pre-transplant evaluation and donor assessment through surgery, post-operative monitoring and long-term follow-up.
Our teams have experience in performing complex kidney transplantation procedures, including:
- Paediatric kidney transplantation
- Living donor transplantation
- Cadaveric kidney transplantation
- ABO-incompatible kidney transplantation
- Kidney transplantation in HIV-positive patients
With more than 1,500 kidney transplants performed, Fortis has developed expertise in managing complex transplant cases through a multidisciplinary approach involving nephrologists, transplant surgeons, urologists, anaesthetists and critical-care teams.
Why Choose Fortis for Nephrology Care?
Choosing the right kidney care team is important, particularly for patients with complex or long-term kidney conditions. Fortis combines specialist expertise, advanced diagnostics, dialysis facilities, transplant services and multidisciplinary clinical care under one healthcare network.
If you are searching for a nephrology hospital in India or looking for best nephrology care for kidney disease, dialysis or kidney transplantation, Fortis Hospitals provides comprehensive services across diagnosis, treatment, renal replacement therapy and transplant care.
Why Choose Us
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Experienced doctors backed by highly skilled paramedics -
More than 37 year of clinical experience -
Best in class medical services -
Highly Advanced Medical Care -
24*7 well equipped Ambulance and Emergency Services -
JCI and NABH Certified Hospital(Fortis Hospitals)
Diseases and Treatment
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In case of chronic kidney disease, it would be treated by curing the conditions which cause it, one of the most common conditions being diabetes, or by avoiding elements harmful to the kidneys, antihy pertensives, weight and food modification, and / or managing an end stage renal failure.
Vasculitis is a kind of inflammatory (or Auto-immune) kidney disease which is usually treated using immunosuppression.
Our Team of Experts
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Dr. Ajit Singh NarulaPrincipal Director NephrologyOrgan Transplant -
Dr. Arupratan Dutta / Dr. Arindam Kargupta TeamDirector NephrologyNephrology -
Dr. Deepak KalraSenior Director & HOD NephrologyOrgan Transplant -
Dr. Navdeep Singh KhairaDirector NephrologyNephrology -
Dr. Salil JainPrincipal Director & HOD NephrologyNephrology
FAQs
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What is nephrology?Nephrology is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of kidney diseases and disorders.
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What are some common kidney diseases?Common kidney diseases include chronic kidney disease (CKD), glomerulonephritis, polycystic kidney disease (PKD), kidney stones, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and kidney cancer.
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What are the symptoms of kidney disease?Symptoms of kidney disease can vary depending on the specific condition, but common symptoms include changes in urine frequency and color, blood in the urine, fatigue, swelling in the legs or ankles, high blood pressure, and decreased appetite.
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How is kidney disease diagnosed?Diagnosis of kidney disease involves a combination of medical history evaluation, physical examination, laboratory tests (such as blood and urine tests), imaging studies (like ultrasound or CT scan), and sometimes kidney biopsy.
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Can kidney disease be prevented?Some types of kidney disease can be prevented or their progression can be slowed through lifestyle modifications such as maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, managing blood pressure and diabetes, avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, and not smoking.
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What are the treatment options for kidney disease?Treatment options for kidney disease depend on the specific condition but may include medication management, lifestyle changes (such as dietary modifications), blood pressure control, dialysis (hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis), and kidney transplantation.
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How often should someone with kidney disease be monitored?The frequency of monitoring for kidney disease depends on the stage and severity of the condition. Generally, individuals with kidney disease should have regular check-ups with their nephrologist and undergo periodic blood and urine tests to monitor kidney function.