The Department of Nephrology at Bangladesh Medical College is committed to providing specialized care for patients suffering from kidney-related diseases and disorders. The department focuses on early diagnosis, effective treatment, and long-term management of acute and chronic kidney conditions using modern medical approaches and advanced clinical support.

Our experienced nephrologists manage a wide range of kidney problems, including Acute Kidney Injury, Chronic Kidney Disease, Glomerular Diseases, kidney infections, Urinary Tract Infection, electrolyte imbalance in dialysis patients, and hypertension-related kidney complications.

The department emphasizes preventive care and patient awareness to reduce the risk of kidney failure and improve overall health outcomes. The department is supported by modern diagnostic facilities and collaborates closely with other specialties to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Mission

To provide comprehensive, evidence-based, and patient-centered nephrology care through advanced diagnosis, effective treatment, preventive strategies, medical education, and research to improve kidney health outcomes.

Department Facilities

• Daily Outdoor patient management
• Indoor patient management
• Dialysis Unit

Core Clinical Services

• Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic kidney conditions.
• Management of Chronic Kidney Disease and kidney failure.
• Management of Acute Kidney Injury (AKI).
• Evaluation and treatment of Glomerular Diseases.
• Kidney infection and Urinary Tract Infection management.
• Hypertension care related to kidney disorders.
• Evaluation and correction of fluid and electrolyte imbalance.
• General Nephrology consultation and comprehensive assessment for kidney-related problems.

Dialysis Services

The department provides Regular Haemodialysis as well as Sustained Low-Efficiency Dialysis (SLED) services for patients requiring renal replacement therapy.

• Regular Haemodialysis in the Dialysis Unit.
• SLED in Dialysis Unit and under ICU care.
• Pre-dialysis evaluation and guidance for kidney failure patients.
• Dialysis patient monitoring and electrolyte management.

Kidney Transplant Services

• Pre and post kidney transplant advice and treatment.
• Management of various transplant complications.
• Transplant Kidney Biopsy for evaluation of transplant-related conditions.

Diagnostic Procedures

• Kidney Biopsy for diagnosis and evaluation of various kidney diseases.
• Transplant Kidney Biopsy.

Academic Activities and Research

Along with clinical services, the department actively participates in medical education by providing practical learning opportunities and promoting research-based knowledge for future healthcare professionals.

Patient Care Services

• Kidney Disease Management: Diagnosis and treatment for acute and chronic kidney conditions.
• Hypertension Care: Management of high blood pressure related to kidney disorders.
• Electrolyte Disorder Treatment: Evaluation and correction of fluid and electrolyte imbalance.
• Dialysis Support: Pre-dialysis evaluation and guidance for kidney failure patients.
• General Nephrology Consultation: Comprehensive assessment for various kidney-related problems.