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Dr. M. Viswanath

MD, DM, DrNB (Nephrology)

Specialties : 

Nephrology

Years of Experience :

10+ Years of Experience

About the Doctor

Dr. M. V. Viswanath is a consultant nephrologist specializing in comprehensive kidney care, including chronic kidney disease management, dialysis therapy, and transplant medicine. He combines evidence-based medicine with personalized patient plans to manage hypertension, glomerular disorders, and complex electrolyte disturbances. After earning his MD in General Medicine and DM in Nephrology, Dr. Viswanath has extensive experience in hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, vascular access creation and maintenance, and acute renal replacement therapy in critical care settings. He emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration with urologists, transplant surgeons, dietitians, and nursing teams to optimize patient outcomes. His practice focuses on slowing progression of chronic kidney disease, preventing complications, providing patient education on lifestyle and medication adherence, and preparing patients for transplantation when appropriate. Dr. Viswanath participates in clinical audits, protocol development, and teaching activities to advance dialysis safety and quality. He prioritizes clear communication, compassionate care, and continuity for patients requiring long-term renal support. He remains committed to research and innovation.

Conditions Treated

• Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and stages of renal impairment
• Acute kidney injury (AKI) and critical care renal replacement therapy
• Dialysis initiation, maintenance and complications (hemodialysis & peritoneal dialysis)
• Hypertension and renal vascular disease management
• Glomerular diseases including nephrotic and nephritic syndromes
• Electrolyte and acid-base disorders
• Dialysis vascular access creation, maintenance and troubleshooting
• Pre- and post-kidney transplant assessment and follow-up
• Mineral and bone disorder of CKD (MBD) and anemia management

Qualifications

• MD (General Medicine)
• DM (Nephrology)
• DrNB (Nephrology)

Professional Memberships

• Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN)
• Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT)
• Renal Association / regional nephrology forums

Research Achivements

• Clinical audits and studies on dialysis outcomes and vascular access care.
• Work on AKI management protocols and acute RRT strategies.
• Contributions to research on transplant follow-up and immunosuppression optimisation.
• Presentations at national nephrology meetings on CKD progression and prevention.

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