Nephrology is the branch of medicine that deals with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of kidney diseases. A department of Nephrology typically offers a range of services to patients with kidney problems. Some of the good services provided by a Nephrology department may include:

• Comprehensive diagnosis: Accurate diagnosis of kidney diseases using advanced tests and techniques.
• Dialysis: Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis services for patients with end-stage renal disease.
• Kidney transplantation: Evaluation, surgery, and post-transplant care for kidney transplant patients.
• Chronic kidney disease management: Personalized treatment plans for patients with CKD to slow disease progression.
• Acute kidney injury treatment: Prompt and effective treatment for patients with sudden kidney injury.
• Kidney stone treatment: Medical and surgical management of kidney stones.
• Hypertension and electrolyte management: Treatment of high blood pressure and electrolyte imbalances related to kidney disease.
• Kidney disease prevention: Education and counseling on lifestyle modifications to prevent kidney disease.
• Research and clinical trials: Participation in research studies and clinical trials to advance kidney disease treatment.
• Multidisciplinary care: Collaboration with other specialists, such as cardiologists and diabetologists, to provide comprehensive care.

• TMCH, Dept of Nephrology Started in 1984
• First Nephrologist, 1985
• 1985-1986 - Only Peritoneal dialysis
• 1986 - Hemodialysis started with Two
  HD machines(20-30 cycles/month)
• 1997 - Two more HD machines
• 1999 - Separate Nephrology ward created
• 2006 - Paramedical certificate course of
  Diplomo in Diaysis Technology
• 2015 - First Live Renal Transplant
• 2018 - 13/500 New HD unit with HD machines
• 2020 - 235, PMSSY HD unit with 10 HD machines 20 - Separate HD unit for Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C.

These services aim to provide high-quality care and improve outcomes for patients with kidney diseases.