Dr. Kathulapali Krishna

Dr Kathulapali Krishna is a highly respected nephrologist in Bangalore with 19 years of clinical experience in general nephrology, chronic kidney disease, renal transplantation, haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and complex renal interventions.

Dr Krishna has a special clinical interest in clinical nephrology and has built extensive expertise across the full spectrum of kidney disease management.

Patients seeking a trusted kidney specialist in Hebbal or a nephrologist for chronic kidney disease, dialysis, or renal transplantation in Bangalore will find in Dr Kathulapali Krishna a clinician who combines deep subspecialty training with a compassionate, patient-centred approach to long-term renal care.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Krishna manages a wide range of renal conditions including acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, glomerular disease, renal transplantation, renal emergencies, hypertension, renal disorders in pregnancy, and genetic kidney diseases.

He has performed numerous nephrology interventions and provides comprehensive care across both routine and complex kidney presentations.

Chronic Kidney Disease and Glomerular Disease

• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Diagnosis and Long-Term Management
• Glomerulonephritis and Glomerular Disease Management
• Genetic Kidney Disease Assessment and Care
• Diabetic Nephropathy Management
• Hypertension and Renovascular Hypertension
• Renal Disorders in Pregnancy

Acute Kidney Injury and Renal Emergencies

• Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) Assessment and Management
• Renal Emergency Management
• Critical Care Nephrology

Dialysis Management

• Haemodialysis including nocturnal dialysis
• Peritoneal Dialysis
• Central Line Placement for Dialysis Access
• Dialysis Access Management

Renal Transplantation

• Renal Transplantation Management
• Post-Transplant Follow-Up and Immunosuppression
• Transplant Complication Management

Renal Biopsy and Interventions

• Renal Biopsy (diagnostic and therapeutic)
• Central Line Insertion
• Nephrology Interventional Procedures

Professional Experience

Dr Kathulapali Krishna has independently managed nephrology OPD and inpatient care across multiple high-volume hospitals in Bangalore, handling numerous complex kidney cases throughout his career.

He began his medical career in internal medicine before transitioning to nephrology driven by a dedicated clinical interest in renal disease. He has participated in nephrology research, workshops, and published papers in his field, and has contributed to the Manipal Health Symposium on Kidney Care, covered by ANI.

Current Practice

• Consultant, Nephrology, Manipal Hospital, Hebbal, Bangalore
• Consultant, Nephrology, Manipal Hospital, Doddaballapur, Bangalore
• Consultant, Nephrology, St Philomena's Hospital, Viveka Nagar, Bangalore

Education and Credentials

Degrees and Institutions

• MBBS, Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore (completed 2007)
• MD in Internal Medicine, Eluru West (completed 2008)
• DM in Nephrology, Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Chennai (completed 2013)

Registration:

• Karnataka Medical Council, Reg No 76819 (registered 2007)
• Andhra Pradesh Medical Council, Reg No 59880 (registered 2008)

Languages Spoken

Dr Kathulapali Krishna consults patients in English, Kannada, Telugu, and Tamil, ensuring clear and empathetic communication with patients from diverse linguistic backgrounds across Bangalore.

Book an Appointment with Dr Kathulapali Krishna, Nephrologist in Hebbal and Doddaballapur, Bangalore

Book a priority appointment with Dr Kathulapali Krishna, a trusted nephrologist and kidney disease specialist in Hebbal and Doddaballapur, Bangalore, at Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, or St Philomena's Hospital, Viveka Nagar.

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