Question 1

Where does Dr. Baskaran practice?

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Dr. Baskaran practices at Sri Balaji Hospital - Guindy.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Baskaran?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. Baskaran for Proteinuria, Nephrectomy (Kidney Removal), Peritoneal Dialysis. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Baskaran's education qualification?

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Dr. Baskaran has the following qualifications - MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DNB - Nephrology.

Question 4

What does Dr. Baskaran specialises in ?

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Dr. Baskaran specialises as Nephrologist/Renal Specialist.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Baskaran have?

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Dr. Baskaran has an overall experience of 26 years. View where has Dr. Baskaran practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Baskaran?

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Dr. Baskaran is a Nephrologist/Renal Specialist in Guindy, Chennai and has an experience of 26 years in this field. Dr. Baskaran practices at Sri Balaji Hospital in Guindy, Chennai. He completed MBBS from Madras Medical College, Chennai in 1986,MD - General Medicine from Madras Medical College, Chennai in 1989 and DNB - Nephrology from National Borad of Examinations Ministry of Health Government of India in 1994. He is a member of Indian Medical Association (IMA). Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Proteinuria,Nephrectomy (Kidney Removal),Peritoneal Dialysis,Chronic Kidney Disease ( CKD ) and Electrolyte Disorders etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

Who is a nephrologist?

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A nephrologist is a medical professional specialized in diagnosis, treatment and management of kidney-related conditions.

Question 8

Can a nephrologist treat urinary tract infection?

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A nephrologist only treats kidney disorders; a urinary tract infection that has spread to the kidneys can be treated by a nephrologist. However, a regular physician too can treat a urinary tract infection.

Question 9

Does a nephrologist perform a kidney transplant?

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A nephrologist who is trained in transplant surgical procedures of the kidney can perform a kidney transplant. A nephrosurgeon can do this. However, a nephrologist cannot perform such surgeries.

Question 10

For what symptoms should I go to a nephrologist?

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If you are suffering from conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease or have a family history of kidney disease, symptoms like burning in the urine, blood in the urine, dribbling of urine, etc. then you should see a nephrologist to check for the risk of kidney problems.

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