Nephrology is the medical specialty that focuses on diagnosing and treating disorders of the kidneys. Understanding renal functions is crucial as the kidneys play a vital role in removing waste products, maintaining electrolyte balance, regulating fluid levels, and performing various endocrine functions within the body.

Diseases affecting the kidneys can lead to the accumulation of waste products, electrolyte imbalances, and fluid retention, all of which can adversely affect the function of other organ systems in the body.

Early prevention and prompt treatment of renal diseases are paramount, as many of these conditions are progressive and can impose significant social and financial burdens on both families and society as a whole. By addressing renal disorders proactively, healthcare professionals can mitigate complications and improve outcomes for patients, enhancing their quality of life and reducing healthcare costs in the long term.

Nephrology out patient department function daily.

The department was started in 1998 under Dr. A. G. John, who had been working in Christian Medical College, Vellore.

In 1998, the dialysis unit had three haemodialysis machines. The unit takes care of patients with Acute Renal Failure who require dialysis till recovery and End Stage Renal Disese patients who require maintenance haemodialysis. The unit also takes care of patients who require plasmapheresis and poisoning. The unit at present has 18 haemodialysis machines and functions round the clock and is fully geared up to handle any emergency at any time with the presence of trained dedicated staff.

The department was started in 1998 under Dr. A. G. John, who had been working in Christian Medical College, Vellore.

In 1998, the dialysis unit had three haemodialysis machines. The unit takes care of patients with Acute Renal Failure who require dialysis till recovery and End Stage Renal Disese patients who require maintenance haemodialysis. The unit also takes care of patients who require plasmapheresis and poisoning. The unit at present has 18 haemodialysis machines and functions round the clock and is fully geared up to handle any emergency at any time with the presence of trained dedicated staff.

The Department aims to impart practical knowledge to interns and psot graduates who are posted in the unit.

Two Post Graduates doing M.D in General Medicine, who come for one month, attend dailly rounds, present cases and all nephrology topics are covered by presentations done every day. Post Graduates from Department of Opthalmology, Emergency Medicne and Transfution Medicine also are posted in the unit.