Dr. Rajesh R Nair

Dr. Rajesh R Nair

Senior Consultant Specialist

Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi• View Hospital
★ Nephrology Research18+ Yrs. Experience
MDDNBDMFRCP (London)FRCP (Edinburgh)
Quick Facts
Department
Nephrology Research
Qualifications
MD, DNB, DM
Experience
18+ Years
Hospital
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
Location
Delhi NCR, India
International Support
Visa Assistance & Interpreters
Overview

About Dr. Rajesh R Nair

Dr. Rajesh R Nair is Professor and Head of Nephrology and Kidney Transplantation Services at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, with 18+ years of teaching experience in nephrology. His core specialities include chronic kidney disease, kidney transplantation, and transplant immunology, and he was a key member of the pioneering team that established deceased organ transplantation in Kerala. He treats renal conditions ranging from chronic kidney disease and transplant complications to rare genetic disorders like nail-patella syndrome, and continues research into stem cell transplantation for renal failure. Dr. Nair holds an MD, DNB, and DM, along with FRCP fellowships from London and Edinburgh, reflecting his standing among the UK's foremost royal colleges. He is a member of the Indian and International Societies of Nephrology, the European Dialysis and Transplant Association, and the American Society of Nephrology, and served on the executive committee of the Indian Society of Nephrology's Southern Chapter.

Education & Qualifications

MD
DNB
DM
FRCP (London)
FRCP (Edinburgh)

Clinical Career Timeline

Professor and Director/Head, Nephrology and Kidney Transplantation Services — Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi
Key member of the team that established deceased organ transplantation in Kerala

Accreditations & Professional Memberships

Executive Committee Member, Indian Society of Nephrology, Southern Chapter
Member, Indian Society of Nephrology, International Society of Nephrology, European Dialysis and Transplant Association, American Society of Nephrology

Languages Spoken

English🌐 Multilingual Interpreter Support Available (Arabic, Russian, French)
Procedures

Treatments Performed

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Core Speciality
Nephrology Research
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Core Speciality
Deceased Organ Transplantation
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Core Speciality
Transplant Immunology
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Core Speciality
Kidney Transplantation
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Core Speciality
Chronic Kidney Disease Management
Specialized Procedures & Treatments4 Procedures
Chronic kidney disease managementKidney transplantation and transplant immunology careNew-onset diabetes after transplantation (NODAT) managementGenetic renal disorders (e.g. nail-patella syndrome)
Hospitals

Practices At

Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi

Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi

Amrita Institute of medical sciences and research centre Ponekkara, P.O.Kochi, Kerala ??? 682041, India.

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Cost Guidance

What to Expect: Organ Transplants

Comparative Benchmarks · India vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India
ProcedureUS / UK EstimateIndia Package PriceSavings
Living Donor Liver Transplant (Recipient + Donor Stay)$280,000 US/UK$28,000 – $36,000 in India88% Less
Living Donor Kidney Transplant (Complete Protocol)$130,000 US/UK$12,000 – $16,500 in India88% Less
Pediatric Liver Transplant$250,000 US/UK$26,000 – $34,000 in India87% Less

Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.

Patient Feedback

Reviews (2)

4.9
(2 reviews)

Amara Okafor

Visited for Nephrology Research · Aug 2024

“Dr. Rajesh R Nair provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”

Kareem Al-Mansoor

Visited for Specialist Consultation · May 2024

“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences. Highly recommended for international patients.”

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Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

1Q: What does Dr. Rajesh R Nair specialise in?
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Ans: He specialises in chronic kidney disease, kidney transplantation, and transplant immunology.

2Q: What role did Dr. Nair play in Kerala's transplant history?
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Ans: He was a key member of the pioneering team that established deceased organ transplantation in Kerala.

3Q: How many years of teaching experience does Dr. Nair have?
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Ans: He has over 18 years of teaching experience in nephrology.

4Q: What international fellowships does Dr. Nair hold?
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Ans: He holds FRCP fellowships from both the Royal College of Physicians, London, and the Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh.

5Q: Does Dr. Nair conduct research into rare kidney disorders?
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Ans: Yes, his published research includes work on nail-patella syndrome and other genetic renal conditions.

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