OUR DEPARTMENTS - Nephrology
Nephrology involves the treatment and care of the two main filters in our body – the Kidneys. Main function of the Kidney is to eliminate toxic chemicals from the blood, thus keeping the body clean and healthy. Kidney damage or failure can occur due to a number of reasons that may include infections, overuse of drugs or alcohol, acute or chronic autoimmune conditions, kidney trauma. Extreme tiredness, sleeplessness, dry/itchy skin, blood in the urine, puffy eyes are some symptoms that may indicate kidney damage. BFH has the facilities for treatment of a wide range of kidney diseases including glomerulonephritis, polycystic kidney disease and hard-to-treat hypertension. The Nephrology department provides comprehensive health care for patients with different types of renal (kidney) diseases mainly caused by:
Some of the services offered here are:
- Diabetes mellitus
- Hypertension
- nfections
- Hereditary Diseases
- Stone formation
With a team of highly qualified and experienced Doctors the department is ably supported by a committed team of nurses, medical workers/technicians and renal nutritionist.
The Nephrology department has a 7-bed Dialysis unit with Dialysis bed for ICCU patients. The patients undergoing Haemodialysis are continuously monitored by modern electronic devices to provide accurate and comfortable treatment with a reduced risk of complications. The dialysis therapists work closely with the nephrologists, the trained staff nurses, and other staff to provide all round comprehensive care.
Our Doctors
Dr. Parsun Roy
MD, DM