Nephrologist Career Guide and Counseling

Question: Can any nephrologist help with my question? My Cousin, a kidney transplant patient, gets frequent fever? My cousin had a kidney transplant six months ago. Since then, he didn't gain wait or become normal. Now, he complains evening fever, dried and damaged throat, unable to eat or drink. Can any body help please?

Answer: Do show him to Dr. P Soundararajan from Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Hospital, Porur, Chennai. He is the Head of the Department of Nephrology. Tell him that you have been referred by Sevarkodiyon K. Even I was his patient long back.

Question: To a Nephrologist: What is the prognosis of a young and healthy person with papillary necrosis? How does this happen to a "healthy" person who doesn't abuse any drugs, doesn't have sickle cell anemia, hypertension, diabetes etc. It seems to have been caught in the early stages, can you shed any light on the prognosis, in your opinion. Thank you.

Answer: Call this number : (770) 991-2510...Southern Crescent Nephrology (in Atlanta, GA). Ask whoever answers the phone to have the nurse or possibly the doctor to return your call because you have questions about Papillary Necrosis. They should be able to help you. They're a very good group of Nephrologists. My Great Aunt was a patient there. Good Luck.

Question: What type of experience can one get from shadowing a nephrologist?

Answer: A nephrologist is a physician who specializes in the care of patients with kidney diseases or hypertension. (Some forms of hypertension or high blood pressure are caused by some kidney disorders) Nephrology is a sub-category of internal medicine. This type of doctor needs to be analytical and compassionate as many of his patients are seriously ill. Nephrologists manage kidney diseases from a variety of sources. Some patients have kidney or renal insufficiency as a result of untreated hypertension. Others have renal insufficiency or failure as a result of poorly managed or incompletely managed diabetes (Either autoimmune type I or Diabetes Mellitus Type II which are in fact, two different diseases) Generally, you would learn some excellent and rapid patient assessment skills. You would also improve your cardiovascular medical assessment skills because these patients often have vascular issues in addition. You would learn a fair measure concerning laboratory levels of common electrolytes and substances such as K (potassium) and creatinine etc. etc. A nephrologist also must be capable of inserting shunts and specialized catheters in order that his patients receive dialysis which can either be hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. Although the two patient groups I mentioned are seen most often, a nephrologist will also treat those with renal cancer on occasion, those who have abused or become poisoned with NSAIDs, often ibuprofen which is very toxic to the kidney (nephrotoxic) and those with cystic kidneys. (PKD) Lupus patients and those with vascular disorders which have impeded vascular flow to the kidney may also be seen. A nephrologist may also follow pregnant women with pre-eclampsia toxemia or other disorders which impact her renal function during pregnancy. There are physicians who specialize in pediatric nephrology also. This is a favorite specialty of mine.

Question: Does a Nephrologist do Parathyroid Surgery and do they do it the old fashioned way or new.? I have recurring Kidney Stones and it is possible that I will need Parathyroid Surgery (Lump or tumor in neck). Do Nephrologist do this surgery or do they send you to another Doctor and do they do it the old fashioned way or new way Minimally Invasine Parathyroid Surgery?

Answer: Hi, I am a dcotor.. Well, the cause for your recurring kidney stones must be the over reactive parathyroid gland. When this parathyroid gland is over reactive it increases the body cacium ion level. So, this increases the chance of kidney stones forming, since most of the kidney stones are salts of calcium... So the answer is to do a surgery and remove the parathyroid glands, all 4 of them sometimes.. However, a nephrologist may not do this surgery. The reason being that most of the nephtologists are not surgeons..even if you are refering to nephrology surgeon, he may have not the experice in doing these type of surgeries... But then, There are some surgeons who are allrounders and have experience in this type of surgery..but that is very rare.. i have just seen just one of those people.. So the most probable option would be that the nephrologist may refer you ro a general surgeon or a surgeon who has specialty in doing parathyroid/thyroid operations.. On the technique of the operation, well, it again depends on the surgeon.. It could either be open or minimally invasive... The average operative time to remove the diseased parathyroid gland using minimally invasive technique is about 17 minutes as compared to an operation which can take up to three hours (or more!) when it involves exploration of both sides of the neck.. this you can discuss with the surgeon you would goto.. if he has mastered the technique of Minimally Invasine Parathyroid Surgery, then he would do it on you.. you would also have to weight the pros and cons of the two methods such as cost etc.. good luck.. Feel free to write to me or visit www.medicguide.org This is a site done by me and my doctor friends to answer all your health queries for free...

Question: Can you be a Neurologist and a Nephrologist? Since Nephrology is an internal medicine can you be both .

Answer: It is conceivably possible, but (to my knowledge) has never been done. You would have to complete residency then fellowship in two different specialties. This will take a very long time. Afterward, you would practice sub-par Neurology and Nephrology as you race back and forth between the dialysis clinic, the Neuro lab (for EMGs, NCVs, EEGs, etc) and hospital rounds on both stroke and renal failure patients. You would constantly "change hats" between these two specialties. So, yes it is possible but improbable. Why on earth would you do it?

Question: What kind of doctor removed your kidney a nephrologist or urologist?

Answer: Urologist are surgeons.

Question: Can a DO become a nephrologist? I will be applying to medical schools in a year and am curious if DOs have any chance of gaining a clinical nephrology fellowship. I understand that "anything's possible" and I also understand it depends a lot on your board scores, but will it be significantly more difficult for a DO?

Answer: It used to be but not now. The medical center where my husband works has had GI fellows from DO schools. Apply and see what happens. If you come with good recommendations, some publications and research experience you should have a very good chance.

Question: What's the difference between a nephrologist and a urologist?

Answer: Nephrologists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the kidney and urinary system, such as inflammation of the kidneys, chronic kidney disease, or cancer. Nephrologists may further specialize in treating certain age groups, such as pediatric nephrologists, who only treat children. Nephrologists may consult with people for short-term illnesses or procedures, such as for a kidney biopsy, or they may serve as a primary doctor for people who have long-term (chronic) kidney problems or who are on dialysis. Nephrologists can be board-certified in nephrology through the Board of Internal Medicine, which is recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties Urologists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the urinary system in men and women and disorders of the male reproductive system. Urologists can prescribe medications, perform surgery, and treat urination problems, such as difficulty holding urine (incontinence) and tumors or stones in the urinary system. They treat problems of the male reproductive system such as impotence (erectile dysfunction). Urogynecologists specialize in treating urinary problems involving the female reproductive system, and pediatric urologists specialize in diagnosing and treating urinary problems in children. Urologists can be board-certified through the American Board of Urology, which is recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties.

Question: Help! How can I find a nephrologist in South Africa, Mpumalanga, Witbank? My partner is in a special care unit in South Africa. I am finding it difficult to track him down. I have tried various websites for addresses, but it is complicated. My partner is suffering from End Stage Renal Disease. I have been informed that he only has days to live. Does anyone know how I can contact or know any good websites that can help me? Can anyone help me?

Answer: hi i use to live there. if you email me his details and his disease name again ect. i will try and find out for you and maye any other details you might have that could help , i have family there still, who could find out. angeliquew@fsmail.net

Question: Does anyone have a good nephrologist to recommend in the Sacramento area?

Answer: search google

Question: what is the difference between and endocrinologist and a nephrologist?

Answer: endocrinologist is a physician specialized in endocrine gland like thyroid,adrenal gland...etc. treat diseases like diabetes ,cushing syndrome...etc. nephrologist is a physician specialized in kidney problems .

Question: What does a interventional nephrologist do, in detail?

Answer: Here: http://www.kidney.org/news/meetings/clinical/pdf/InterventionalNephrology.pdf

Question: What does a Nephrologist do? What does an Endocronologist do? My Neurosurgeon is sending me to each of these and I would like to know what their specialty is. I had back surgery a year ago last January and have had major complications from the surgery. I have RSD since the surgery, my legs, feet and ankles have become at least 5 times their normal size. We have tried water pills, including lasix, hydrochlorothiazide, etc, and none of them have helped. Now the only way I can get around is to use a walker or a cane and even with that, the pain is horrendous. I am taking 4 narcotics besides having a pain pump implanted this last January which is giving me straight Morphine through the pump. I am not getting any better. The pain is so much worse. They are talking about changing the medicine in my pump to Dilaudin, which is supposed to be stronger than Morphine. The swelling has now started to move to the upper part of my legs in larger pockets. The worst is behind the knee and it is almost impossible to sit down at all. Please, somebody help me!!!!

Answer: A nephrologist is a physician who has been educated and trained in kidney diseases, kidney transplantation, and dialysis therapy. Endocrinologists are trained to diagnose and treat hormone problems by helping to restore the normal balance of hormones in your system.

Question: Urologist or Nephrologist for kidney stones that seem to hide? 21 year old female has been sick for 2 years. Last year diagnosed at ER with a kidney stone. She went to a Urologist, he said he doesn't know what the radiologist saw but he sees no stone. About 2 weeks ago same thing, radiologist said Kidney stone, on call Urologist admitted her placed a stent and said he didn't see any stone. 2 days later he did a stent replacement and actually saw the stone. After another 2 days he went to laser it and he couldn't find it. She was just taken in the last day or so by ambulance to the ER again because she collapsed yet again. I will be insisting she be sent to the University of Michgan. Should she see a Urologits or a Nephrologist?

Answer: urologist. You only see a nephrologist if you are having kidney failure.

Question: question for doctors. would you prefer being a nephrologist as a job? im doing this for a project.

Answer: Not for me

Question: Does anyone have an emailadress of a good nephrologist who is willing to answer kidney (stone) questions? (A dutch (Holland) one would be preferable.)

Answer: Well get in touch with drvikramchauhan@yahoo.com , he is expert in Stone removal with ayurvedic medicines. Chek www.planetayurveda.com