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Dr. A. Venkatesh
Consultant Nephrologist, Transplant Physician and Paediatric Nephrologist · MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), DM (Nephrology)
Consultant Nephrologist, Transplant Physician and Paediatric Nephrologist, Department of Nephrology.
Department of Nephrology
Comprehensive care for kidney disease across all age groups, adult and paediatric — from early detection and prevention of chronic kidney disease through to advanced renal replacement therapy.
Department
Overview
"A leading academic and clinical unit serving patients across Puducherry and Tamil Nadu."
The Department of Nephrology provides comprehensive care for patients with kidney diseases across all age groups, including both adult and paediatric populations. It is committed to evidence-based, patient-centred renal care focusing on early diagnosis, effective treatment and long-term management. The department manages acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, electrolyte disorders and hypertension related to kidney disease, with special emphasis on patients requiring renal replacement therapy, particularly the critically ill.
Alongside clinical care, the department teaches and trains undergraduate, postgraduate and paramedical students. It participates in academic conferences, nephrology workshops and multicentric research collaborations, and publishes in peer-reviewed national and international journals.
Nephrology services include advanced dialysis therapies — haemodialysis, sustained low-efficiency dialysis (SLED) and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) — as well as peritoneal dialysis (CAPD). Key procedures include native kidney biopsy, permcath insertion and percutaneous CAPD catheter placement, supported by multidisciplinary collaboration with critical care and other specialities.
Nephrology
Speciality
Adult & Paediatric
Scope
HD, SLED, CRRT, CAPD
Dialysis Modalities
HD unit + HCV positive HD unit
Dedicated Units
Nephrology
Head of the Department
Dr. A. Venkatesh
Head of Department · Nephrology
MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), DM (Nephrology)
Consultant Nephrologist, Transplant Physician and Paediatric Nephrologist, Department of Nephrology.
To become a centre of excellence in kidney care, education and research, providing high-quality and compassionate nephrology services while advancing knowledge in kidney disease.
The department promotes early detection and prevention of chronic kidney disease, and participates in community screening camps.
Research Focus
Research Focus · Multicentric nephrology collaborations
Outreach
Outreach · Community kidney screening camps
Is this department right for you?
Who should visit Nephrology?
Reduced Urine Output
Evaluation and management of acute kidney injury.
Chronic Kidney Disease
Staging, long-term management and preparation for renal replacement therapy.
Dialysis Requirement
Haemodialysis, SLED, CRRT and peritoneal dialysis services.
Resistant Hypertension
Management of hypertension related to kidney disease.
Electrolyte Disturbance
Management of electrolyte and acid–base disorders.
Paediatric Kidney Disease
Dedicated paediatric nephrology services.
Insurance & Schemes
CMCHIS – Chief Minister's Scheme
PM-JAY / Ayushman Bharat
ESI – Employees' State Insurance
CGHS – Central Govt. Scheme
Star Health / New India Assurance
ICICI Lombard & Major TPAs
AVMCH Institutional Welfare Scheme
What we treat
Conditions & diseases we treat
Acute Kidney Injury
Chronic Kidney Disease
Electrolyte Disorders
Renal Hypertension
Glomerular Disease
Paediatric Nephrology
OPD Quick Info
Working DaysMon - Sat
Morning OPD8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Afternoon OPD2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Emergency24/7 Available
OPD PharmacyFree During OPD
Department Contact
Emergency
0413-2611245
Location
OPD Block, Ground Floor
Doctor consultation timings
Day
Unit
Consulting doctor
Timings
Monday to Saturday
-Unit -
Nephrology Team
Department Faculty
OPD hours
Daily
-Unit -
As scheduled
Head of Department
Leadership At The Helm.
The department is led by Dr. A. Venkatesh — Consultant Nephrologist, Transplant Physician and Paediatric Nephrologist · MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), DM (Nephrology) — whose clinical, teaching, and research contributions continue to advance the Department of Nephrology.
Our team
Faculty & medical staff
1 qualified professionals committed to clinical excellence.
AV
Dr. A. Venkatesh
Consultant Nephrologist, Transplant Physician & Paediatric Nephrologist
MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), DM (Nephrology), Post-Doctoral Fellow (Paediatric Nephrology)
Research Profile
Scholarly Output
Peer-reviewed publications by departmental faculty
30+ articles · 180+ citations · H-index 6
Dr. A. Venkatesh
Facilities
Renal Care Facilities
Haemodialysis Unit
Dedicated
Dedicated haemodialysis unit for routine and inpatient dialysis.
HCV Positive HD Unit
Separate
Separate haemodialysis unit for HCV positive patients.
Advanced Modalities
SLED & CRRT
Advanced dialysis modalities for critically ill patients.
Peritoneal Dialysis
CAPD
Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis services.
Renal Biopsy
Procedure Suite
Facilities for native kidney biopsy procedures.
Clinical Services
Comprehensive renal care.
From early detection of chronic kidney disease to advanced renal replacement therapy for the critically ill.
Haemodialysis
Dedicated haemodialysis unit, with a separate unit for HCV positive patients.
SLED & CRRT
Sustained low-efficiency dialysis and continuous renal replacement therapy for critically ill patients.
Peritoneal Dialysis
CAPD services including percutaneous CAPD catheter insertion.
Procedures
Native kidney biopsy, permcath insertion and dialysis access management.
Contact Us
Get in Touch
For nephrology consultations, dialysis enquiries or research collaboration.
Consultant Nephrologist:Dr. A. Venkatesh
Location:Department of Nephrology, AVMC & Vinayaka Mission Super-speciality Hospital
Professional Memberships:International Society of Nephrology (ISN), European Renal Association (ERA), ISN India
TEACHING RESEARCH