Nephrology
The Department of Nephrology provides the most advanced and innovative treatment techniques and concentrates on creating the right environment for renal patients. Our treatment extends to all kinds of kidney problems like diabetic nephropathy, chronic kidney failure, urinary tract neoplasm, renal parenchymal diseases, polycystic kidney diseases and several other inherited diseases. Department provides highly specialised renal care through the inpatient ward, emergency room, round the clock dialysis unit and outpatient clinics. The Department provides haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis facilities, various interventional procedures like renal biopsy, USG guided dialysis catheter insertions, tunnelled catheter insertion, AV fistula creation and CAPD catheter insertion.
Panel of Doctors
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Dr. Midhun Ramesh
Consultant, Nephrology
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Dr. Sunil George
Senior Consultant
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Dr. Shabeen Kumar T
Associate Consultant
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Dr. Midhun Ramesh
Consultant, Nephrology
Dr. Midhun Ramesh is a luminary in the realm of Nephrology. As a seasoned consultant, he possesses an extraordinary wealth of knowledge, delving into advanced techniques and methodologies in patient management. Dr. Midhun’s expertise extends to the intricate realms of clinical nephrology, critical care, and paediatric nephrology, showcasing a profound understanding of Diabetic Kidney Disease.
With a flair for handling complex Renal ailments and state-of-the-art biomedical equipment, Dr. Midhun Ramesh stands as a beacon of proficiency. His adeptness encompasses a spectrum of interventional nephrology procedures, from temporary and tunnelled catheter placements to Kidney biopsies and renal transplants. Proficient in the orchestration of renal replacement therapies such as haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), Dr. Ramesh epitomizes excellence in the field, ensuring unparalleled care and expertise for each patient under his compassionate guidance.
Qualifications
- Dr.N.B Nephrology from Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences, Trivandrum
- MNAMS - National Academy of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
- D.N.B in Paediatrics from Southern Railway Head Quarter Hospital, Perumbur, Chennai
- DCH (Diploma in Child Health) from Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, MUHS
- M.B.B.S. from Govt. T.D. Medical College, Alleppy, Kerala (Kerala University)
Work Experience
- Consultant in Nephrology - Adult & Paediatric Nephrologist at Gimcare Hospital, Kannur, Kerala
- Consultant in Nephrology - Adult & Paediatric Nephrologist at S.K. Hospital, Trivandrum
- Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician at G.G. Hospital, Trivandrum
- Senior Resident in Nephrology at KIMS, Trivandrum
- Assistant Surgeon at P.H.C. Chittariparramba, Kannavam Forest Range, Kannur under Kerala State Health Services
- Casualty Medical Officer, Muvattupuzha General Hospital, Ernakulum (Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of Kerala)
- Medical Officer, Chirayenkeezhu Taluk Head Quarters Hospital, Trivandrum (Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of Kerala)
- Casualty Medical Officer at T.D. Medical College, Hospital, Alleppy
- Medical Officer at Primary Health Center, Thuneri under NRHM, Kerala Sate Health Services
- Jr. Paediatrician at Santhi Hospital, Omessery, Calicut
Specialisation
- Evidence-Based Diabetes Management by Public Health Foundation of India (Jan’20- Mar’21)
- Clinical Audit by National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH) (2021)
- NABH- Edition II by Medvarsity
- Programme on implementation of NABH 5th Edition Standards for Hospitals by NABH (2021)
- Telemedicine by School of Telemedicine & Biomedical Informatics, SGPGI (2021)
- ISN ANIO CNC online Certificate Course in Nephro-pathology (International Society of Nephrology, USA)-2016
- ISN ANIO CNC online Advanced Certificate Course in Nephro-pathology (International Society of Nephrology, USA)-2019
- Renal Nutrition from MEDVARSITY- Apollo Hospital
- Article peer Reviewer Course by Publong Academy
- One-month clinical observer ship in Paediatric Nephrology at SAT Hospital, Trivandrum Medical College
- Comprehensive Critical Care eCourse (4C) by Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine (Accredited by NBE)
- GlomCon’s Kidney Pathology Certificate Program- 2023
- Emergency Nephrology services
- Management of Acute Kidney Injuries (AKI)
- Diet & nutrition counselling for renal patients
- Renal replacement therapies
Publications & Presentations
Paper publications:
- Ramesh M, Vanaratta A, Pramod S, Naseeha F, Vellali R, Ashok A, Pathirammal Agadi Purayil A. Factors associated with unfavourable outcomes in COVID-19 patients with acute kidney injury: A single centre retrospective observational study. Afr J Nephrol ;25(1):141-8.
- Ramesh M, Vittaldas A, Ridha Safar F, Parakadavathu R. Predictors of unfavourable outcome in patients on maintenance hemodialysis with SARS COV 2 infection. International journal of scientific research. 2022;:43–5.
- Ramesh M , Praveen M, Biji K. Collapsing focal segmental glomerulosclerosis in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus. Indian Journal of Nephrology. 2016;26(4):308
- Ramesh M, Mungi A, Peethambaran J, Murlidharan P, Balan S. Emphysematous pyelonephritis: Retrospective analysis of 12 patients over a 2-year period. Astrocyte. 2016;3(2):114
- Ramesh M, Mohan B, Murlidharan P, Balan S. Malarial acute kidney injury. Medicine Science | International Medical Journal. 2017;:1
- Naz Ansari I, Nandan P, Deepika R, Bilal M, Shajihan N, Ramesh M et al. A case report on Averrhoa Bilimbi induced acute Oxalate Nephropathy. International Journal of Phytopharmacy Research. 2019;10(1):1-2
- Ramesh, M., Balan, S., & Murlidharan, P. (2020). Feasibility and Hemodynamic Tolerability of Sustained Low- Efficiency Dialysis in Critically Ill Patients with Acute Kidney Injury. Asian Journal of Research in Nephrology, 3(1), 24-32
- Vismaya VR, Shajihan N, Ramesh M, Devi A. Microbiological profile and antibiotic resistance pattern of urinary tract infection in a tertiary care hospital. Int J Basic Clin Pharmacol 2021;10:611-1
- Ramesh M, Singh V, Ghuliani R, Kapur B, Singh J, Shankar S. Histiocytosis Syndromes of Childhood: A report of four cases. Journal of Nepal Paediatric Society. 1970;30(3):171-174
- Ramesh M, Kumar P, Gupta R. Child with ventricular septal defect, absent left upper limb pulses and dysmorphism. Medical Journal Armed Forces India. 2011;67(3):301-302
- Ramesh M, Adhikari S, Kannan N. A Study to Determine the Clinical Predictors of Favorable Outcome in Childhood Seizures. Pediatric Oncall. 2012;9(12)
- Ramesh M, Kannan N, Senthil K. A study to determine the association between serum ferritin levels and febrile seizures in children. Sri Lanka Journal of Child Health. 2015;44(4):193
- Protein Trafficking Defects in Inherited Renal Disease Proceedings , official journal of KIMS Trivandrum , Trivandrum
- Haridas A, Ramesh M, Ramadoss P, Sreekumaran Nair R. Chicken Bone Perforation “The Missing Link” in a Bemused Breathless Octogenarian-A Case Report of Endoscopic Revivification. American Journal of Medical Case Reports. 2020;9(1):40-44
- Sandeep M, Midhun Ramesh, Mathew Thomas and Harikrishna A. “Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis: Five case series.” The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India 64 1 (2016): 110.
Paper Presentations:
- “Sustained low efficiency Hemodialysis in Critically Ill patients requiring Renal Replacement Therapy.” Indian Society of Nephrology Southern Chapter , Zonal Conference , ISNSCON 2015 at Calicut
- “Emphysematous Pyelonephritis : A twelve case series” at Indian Society of Nephrology Southern Chapter , Zonal Conference , ISNSCON 2015 at Calicut
- “Malarial Nephropathy: twenty one case series” at association of Physicians of India Conference, APICON-2015 at Hyderabad
- “Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis : five case series” at association of Physicians of India Conference, APICON-2015 at Hyderabad
- “Collapsing Glomerulopathy in SLE at Indian Society of Nephrology Southern Chapter , Zonal Conference , ISNSCON 2016 at Trichy
- “A rare cause of Steroid Resistant Nephrotic Syndrome in a child : C1q Nephropathy” , Trivandrum Nephrology Club meet Oct’16 at Hilton , Trivandrum
- Pediatric Combined Liver Kidney Transplant in management of Primary Hyperoxaluria : our experience” Nephro Kid Con 2016- 9th Annual conference of Pediatric Nephrology Chapter IAP Kerala
- “An Observational study to determine the hemodynamic tolerability, efficacy and clinical outcomes of critically ill patients with Acute Kidney Injury on Sustained Low Efficiency Dialysis (SLED)”- ISHDCON 2017 Hyderabad
- “ GM1 – Gangliosidosis- A case report “at 50th Annual National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2013, Kolkata
- “A case series on Visceral Heterotaxy syndrome” Annual conference of Tamil Nadu State IAP & South zone conference, East Coast South PEDICON 2012, Puducherry- 2012
- “A study to determine the association between serum ferritin & febrile seizures in Children” for Dr.Balagopal Raju Award at 37th Annual Tamil Nadu state PEDICON-2012
- “A case of congenital hyperinsulinism with hyperammonemia “ at 49th Annual National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2012, Gurgaon, Haryana
- “A case of progressive pseudorheumatoid chondrodysplasia “ at 49th Annual National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2012, Gurgaon, Haryana
- A Case Rombencepalosynapsis” at 49th Annual National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2012, Gurgaon, Haryana
- “An unusual presentation of small vessel vasculitis “ at 49th Annual National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2012, Gurgaon, Haryana
- “A Case of Olivopontocerebellar atropy with rombencepalosynapsis” at 36th Annual Tamil Nadu State PEDICON-2011
- “A study to determine the clinical parameters of favorable outcome in Pediatric Seizures” for Dr.T.Rajagopal Award at 36th annual Tamil Nadu state PEDICON-2011
- “A study to determine the clinical predictors of favorable outcome in childhood seizures ” at National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2011 – Jaipur, Rajasthan
- “Histiocytosis Syndromes of childhood : 4 Case Series ” at National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2011 – Jaipur, Rajasthan
- “Neonatal Inborn Error of Metabolism: Urea cycle defect-Citrullinemia” at Kerala State Annual Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2010 – Kollam
- “Child with VSD and absent left upper limb pulses” at National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2010 Hyderabad
- “Balloon dilatation of coarctation in neonates, a series” at National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics,PEDICON 2010 – Hyderabad
- “Histiocytosis Syndromes of childhood” at Maharashtra State Annual Conference of IAP, MAHAPEDICON 2009 - Pune
- “Spectrum of childhood tuberculosis in the era of HIV” at National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2009 –Bangalore
- “E.C.G findings in high risk individuals” at 2nd National conference of P.S.B.H- Trivandrum 2003
- “Iron deficiency and febrile seizures” at National Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics, PEDICON 2014- Indore
Awards
- A case of progressive Pseudorheumatoid Chondrodysplasia at 49th Annual National Conference of Indian Academy of Paediatrics, PEDICON 2012, Gurgaon, Haryana – Best Poster Paper Award
- Young Researcher Award 2020 by Institute of Scholars
- A case series on Visceral Heterotaxy Syndrome Annual Conference of Tamil Nadu State IAP & South Zone Conference, East Coast South PEDICON 2012, Puducherry, 2012- Best Poster Paper Award
- Paediatric Combined Liver Kidney Transplant in Management of Primary Hyperoxaluria: Our Experience” Nephro Kid Con 2016- 9 the Annual Conference of Paediatric Nephrology Chapter IAP Kerala
- Sustained low-efficiency hemodialysis in Critically Ill Patients requiring renal replacement therapy
- Indian Society of Nephrology Southern Chapter, Zonal Conference, ISNSCON 2015 at Calicut
Research Experience
- An observational study to determine the Clinical, Biochemical, Pharmacological, Radiological Predictors of favourable outcome in patients on Maintenance Haemodialysis with Covid 19 infection (Principal Worker)
- An observational study to determine the hemodynamic tolerability, efficacy and clinical outcomes of critically ill patients with Acute Kidney Injury on Sustained Low Efficiency Dialysis (SLED) – (Principal Worker)
- Impact of diuretic use in pre-dialysis CKD patients attending a tertiary care referral centre.( Co-worker)
- Clinical Profile of Emphysematous Pyelonephritis (Principal Worker)
- Clinical Etiological Imaging Correlates of Seizures in children and predictors of favorable outcome to anti-epileptic drugs (Principal Worker)
- A case control study to determine the association between Serum ferritin and febrile seizures (Principal Worker)
- ECG findings in high-risk individuals (Principal Worker)
- A descriptive analysis of acute kidney injury in malaria (Principal Worker)
- A study to determine the parameters of favorable outcome in Covid patients with acute kidney injury (Principal Worker)
Dr. Midhun Ramesh
Consultant, Nephrology
OP Days and Timings
- Mon 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Tue 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Wed 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Thu 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Fri 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Sat 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
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Dr. Sunil George
Senior Consultant
Dr. Sunil George is a Senior Consultant in Nephrology with many years of experience in treating patients of all ages with kidney diseases. His area of special interest is critical care nephrology and renal transplantation. He has many achievements to his credit, including first related cadaver transplant in Kerala, first mobile dialysis unit in North Kerala and first Paediatric CAPD (Peritoneal Dialysis) in North Kerala.
Qualification
MD in General medicine and DM in Nephrology from CMC Vellore in the year 1999.
Work Experience
Working in Baby Memorial Hospital from 1999.
Publications
- Clinical and epidemiological profile of chronic kidney disease patients in a tertiary care referral centre in South India-2016
- Prevalence of anemia and cardiovascular diseases in chronic kidney disease patients: a single tertiary care centre study -2016
- Hypothyroidism: a reversible cause of ‘acute kidney injury’- a series of 5 cases – 2015
Awards
- KMCC, Dubai, C.H. Award 2011 (December)
- Best Doctor Award (Y’s Men Club) 2011
- Kerala Chamber Kidney Specialist Award 2012 (May)
- Riyadh KMCC Excellence Award 2012 (July)
Achievments
- 1st Related CADAVER Transplant in Kerala
- 1st Mobile Dialysis Unit in North Kerala
- 1st Paediatric CAPD (Peritoneal Dialysis) in North Kerala
- Paediatric Renal Transplant since 2012
- Secretary, Calicut Nephrology Club 2001 to 2010
- Associate Professor in Nephrology
Dr. Sunil George
Senior Consultant
OP Days and Timings
- Every 2nd Thursday 11:00 AM - 03:30 PM
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Dr. Shabeen Kumar T
Associate Consultant
Dr.Shabeen Kumar. T. is an Associate Consultant in Nephrology at BMH Kannur. He is a dedicated Nephrologist with a passion for interventional nephrology and Renal transplants. With compassion for research and teaching. Also, possess strong interpersonal skills and strive for superior patient care.
Qualifications
- DM Nephrology Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre – With Critical care exposure and Pediatric Nephrology training and research. (2019 – 08 to 2022 – 08)
- MD Internal Medicine Govt. Medical College – Kottayam, ICU and Ward management. (2015 – 06 to 2018 – 05)
- MBBS Govt. Medical College. (2002 – 08 to 2008 – 07)
Work Experience
- Assistant Professor: Malabar Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Kozhikode, Kerala. Critical Care and OP management Discontinued in order to pursue higher education.(2019 – 06 to 2019 – 08)
- Senior Resident: Govt. Medical College, Kottayam OP and IP care of patients.(2018 – 05 to 2019 – 05)
- Commissioned Medical Officer Service, Indian Army, Arunachal and Kerala. Held various posts during the tenure.( 2010 – 02 to 2015 – 02)
- Casualty Medical Officer: General Hospital Kalpetta, Kalpetta, Kerala. (2009 – 05 to 2010 – 05)
Publications
- A case of hepatosplenomegaly with Lymphadenopathy in JAPI
- Varying Presentations of Pulmonary Nocardiosis in Kidney Transplant recipients – Indian Journal of Transplant
Dr. Shabeen Kumar T
Associate Consultant
OP Days and Timings
- Mon 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Tue 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Wed 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Thu 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Fri 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Sat 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Dr. Midhun RameshConsultant, NephrologyDr. Midhun Ramesh is a luminary in the realm of Nephrology. As a seasoned consultant, he possesses an extraordinary wealth of knowledge, delving into advanced techniques and methodologies in patient management. Dr. Midhun’s expertise extends to the intricate realms of clinical nephrology, critical care, and paediatric nephrology, showcasing a profound understanding of Diabetic Kidney Disease. With a flair for handling complex Renal ailments and state-of-the-art biomedical equipment, Dr. Midhun Ramesh stands as a beacon of proficiency. His adeptness encompasses a spectrum of interventional nephrology procedures, from temporary and tunnelled catheter placements to Kidney biopsies and renal transplants. Proficient in the orchestration of renal replacement therapies such as haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), Dr. Ramesh epitomizes excellence in the field, ensuring unparalleled care and expertise for each patient under his compassionate guidance.
Paper publications:
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Dr. Sunil GeorgeSenior ConsultantDr. Sunil George is a Senior Consultant in Nephrology with many years of experience in treating patients of all ages with kidney diseases. His area of special interest is critical care nephrology and renal transplantation. He has many achievements to his credit, including first related cadaver transplant in Kerala, first mobile dialysis unit in North Kerala and first Paediatric CAPD (Peritoneal Dialysis) in North Kerala.
MD in General medicine and DM in Nephrology from CMC Vellore in the year 1999.
Working in Baby Memorial Hospital from 1999.
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Dr. Shabeen Kumar TAssociate ConsultantDr.Shabeen Kumar. T. is an Associate Consultant in Nephrology at BMH Kannur. He is a dedicated Nephrologist with a passion for interventional nephrology and Renal transplants. With compassion for research and teaching. Also, possess strong interpersonal skills and strive for superior patient care.
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Services & Facilities
- Dialysis Unit with Ultra-modern Haemodialysis machines and monitoring systems
- Modern Reverse Osmosis Plant
- Separate Dialysis machines and isolation rooms for HBsAg & HCV positive patients
- Facilities for CRRT, CVVH, CAVH and CAVHD are also available for the critically ill patients with multi-organ failure
- ICUs in this hospital have facilities to dialyze critically ill patients without shifting them to the main dialysis unit
- Facilities to investigate diagnose and treat any type of kidney disease in adults and children
- Regular Haemodialysis
- Plasmapheresis and Peritoneal Dialysis
- Percutaneous Renal Biopsy under Ultra Sound guidance