Nephrology

Department of Nephrology provides comprehensive, evidence-based care for patients with kidney diseases across inpatient, outpatient, dialysis, and transplant settings. The department manages a wide spectrum of renal disorders including AKI, CKD, glomerular diseases, and renal stone disease. Services are delivered through a multidisciplinary approach in collaboration with ICU, urology, and allied specialties. Advanced diagnostic and interventional nephrology services are available to support high-quality patient care.

Core Clinical Services

·         Management of acute kidney injury (AKI) and chronic kidney disease (CKD)

·         Evaluation and treatment of renal stone disease

·         Management of glomerular diseases including nephrotic and nephritic syndromes

·         Hypertension and electrolyte disorder management

·         Maintenance hemodialysis and acute dialysis services

·         Pediatric dialysis services

·         Renal transplant evaluation and Post-transplant care

Specialized / Flagship Services

·         24/7 hemodialysis facility with dedicated Hepatitis B and C machines ensuring strict infection control

·         Established renal transplant program with comprehensive peri-transplant care

·         ICU-based renal support including SLED (Sustained Low Efficiency Dialysis)

·         Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) for vascular access, volume assessment, and procedural guidance

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Facilities

·         Ultrasound-guided renal biopsy

·         Double lumen (D/L) catheter insertion

·         Permacath insertion

·         Advanced dialysis modalities including SLED in ICU

·         Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) for bedside assessment and procedure

Unique Capabilities / Recent Enhancements

·         Dedicated dialysis machine segregation for Hepatitis B and C patients

·         Round-the-clock dialysis services ensuring uninterrupted care

·         Integration of nephrology services with ICU for critically ill patients

·         Availability of pediatric dialysis services

·         Use of POCUS to enhance diagnostic accuracy and procedural safety

Academic and Training Programs

·         Recognized postgraduate training center for FCPS Nephrology

·         Regular academic activities including case-based discussions, journal clubs, and morbidity meetings

·         Structured clinical and procedural training for residents

·         Emphasis on evidence-based practice and research

 Team Members:

·         Head of Department

o   Brig (R) Dr Umair Ahmed Siddiqui

o   FCPS (Medicine), FCPS (Nephrology)

·         Associate Professor

o   Dr Batool Butt

o   FCPS (Medicine), FCPS (Nephrology) MRCP, FRCP, DHPE 

·         Registrar

     o   Dr Amer Nabi