Dr. Abhishek Shirkande

Dr Abhishek Shirkande is a highly experienced Nephrologist and Kidney Transplant Physician in Mumbai. With 20 years of clinical experience, he currently practises as a Consultant at S L Raheja, Holy Family Hospital, and Holy Spirit Hospital and more reputed hospital.

His clinical experience encompasses kidney transplantation, interventional nephrology, and the management of critical ICU patients. He executes advanced therapeutic protocols for resistant hypertension, acute kidney injury, and newer dialysis modalities.

He is actively involved in academia, serving as an Honorary Professor at K J Somaiya Medical College and Research Centre, and played a prominent role in COVID-19 dialysis care under Project Victory.

Specialty Areas and Treatments

Dr Abhishek Shirkande focuses on the following clinical areas:

Clinical Nephrology and Dialysis

Dr Abhishek executes highly specialised management protocols for renal failure:

• Management of Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Renal Failure
• Haemodialysis and Newer Dialysis Modalities
• Treatment of Resistant Hypertension and Glomerular Disorders

Kidney Transplantation

Dr Shirkande provides expert evaluation and post-operative management for transplant patients:

• Kidney Transplant Support and Evaluation
• Comprehensive Pre- and Post-Transplant Care
• Immunosuppression Management in Transplant Recipients

Interventional and Critical Care Nephrology

Dr A Shirkande performs advanced procedures for dialysis access and critical renal care:

• Ultrasound and CT-Guided Renal Biopsies
• Insertion of Temporary and Permanent Dialysis Catheters
• Critical Care Nephrology for ICU Patients with Kidney Failure

Education and Qualifications

• MBBS — Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik (2006)
• MD in General Medicine — Dr D Y Patil University, Pune (2011)
• DNB in Nephrology — B.Y.L. Nair Municipal Hospital and T.N. Medical College, Mumbai (2015)

Research and Publications

Dr Abhishek Shirkande has presented numerous papers at national and international conferences. His published research includes:

• Mehta K, Swami R, Pajai A, Bhurke S, Shirkande A, Jawle S. Long-term evaluation of kidney function in live-related kidney donors. Saudi J Kidney Dis Transpl. 2017;28(5):1041.

Awards and Recognitions

• Gold Medal — Awarded for exceptional academic performance in MD General Medicine
• Project Victory Recognition — Felicitated by multiple doctor associations for charitable contributions to dialysis patients during the COVID-19 pandemic

Professional Experience

Dr Abhishek Shirkande currently practises at the following facilities:

• Consultant in Nephrology, S L Raheja Fortis Hospital, Mahim West, Mumbai
• Honorary Professor, K J Somaiya Medical College and Research Centre, Sion East, Mumbai
• Consultant, Holy Family Multispeciality Hospital, Bandra West, Mumbai
• Consultant, Holy Spirit Hospital, Andheri East, Mumbai
• Consultant, Surana Sethia Hospital And Research Center, Chembur, Mumbai
• Consultant, Lion Tarachand Bapa Hospital, Sion, Mumbai
• Consultant, Benz Hospital, Santacruz West, Mumbai
• Consultant, Aariv Kidney and Womens Care Clinic, Sion, Mumbai
• Consultant, Axon Hospital and Dialysis Center, Andheri East, Mumbai
• Consultant, Shanti Imaging and Specialty Clinic, Mahim West, Mumbai

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