Comprehensive Kidney Care for All Ages: Nephrology Program at SKMC

Overview

The Nephrology Program at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC) offers comprehensive care for patients of all ages, from infants to adults, with a wide range of kidney conditions. Our program consists of specialized adult and pediatric nephrology services, ensuring that every patient receives expert care tailored to their unique needs. Our team of highly skilled nephrologists, transplant specialists, nurses, and support staff work collaboratively to provide advanced diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for both adult and pediatric kidney conditions, including chronic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis, and kidney transplantation.

Why SKMC?

Our team includes adult and pediatric nephrologists, urologists, transplant surgeons, and allied healthcare professionals who collaborate to provide seamless, patient-centered care.

We provide living-related and deceased donor kidney transplantation services for both adults and children, ensuring the highest standards of pre- and post-transplant care.

Our services cover the full spectrum of kidney care, including preventive care, dialysis, transplantation, and ongoing management of kidney conditions.

Equipped with the latest technology, our nephrology services ensure precise diagnosis, effective treatment, and continuous follow-up for all patients.

Scope of Services

Adult Nephrology Services

Our Adult Nephrology Program provides specialized care for a variety of kidney-related conditions, including:

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Management of CKD at all stages, including prevention of progression and preparation for dialysis or transplantation.
Hypertension: Diagnosis and management of high blood pressure, often associated with kidney dysfunction.
Glomerulonephritis: Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including immunosuppressive therapy when necessary.
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI): Management of acute kidney failure with specialized dialysis techniques.
Kidney Transplantation: Comprehensive pre- and post-transplant care to ensure successful outcomes.

Pediatric Nephrology Services

Our Pediatric Nephrology Program focuses on providing primary and consultative care for children and adolescents with a wide range of kidney diseases. Conditions treated include:

Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract (CAKUT): Management and follow-up of congenital kidney conditions.
Hereditary Renal Disease: Diagnosis and management of inherited kidney disorders.
Glomerulonephritis and Renal Vasculitis: Immunosuppressive therapy and plasma exchange for complex conditions.
Chronic Kidney Disease and Acute Kidney Injury: Management at all stages, including advanced dialysis therapies.
Pediatric Kidney Transplantation: Comprehensive assessment, surgical preparation, and post-transplant care for children requiring kidney transplants.

Adult Nephrology Services

Our Adult Nephrology Program provides specialized care for a variety of kidney-related conditions, including:

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Management of CKD at all stages, including prevention of progression and preparation for dialysis or transplantation.
Hypertension: Diagnosis and management of high blood pressure, often associated with kidney dysfunction.
Glomerulonephritis: Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including immunosuppressive therapy when necessary.
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI): Management of acute kidney failure with specialized dialysis techniques.
Kidney Transplantation: Comprehensive pre- and post-transplant care to ensure successful outcomes.

Pediatric Nephrology Services

Our Pediatric Nephrology Program focuses on providing primary and consultative care for children and adolescents with a wide range of kidney diseases. Conditions treated include:

Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract (CAKUT): Management and follow-up of congenital kidney conditions.
Hereditary Renal Disease: Diagnosis and management of inherited kidney disorders.
Glomerulonephritis and Renal Vasculitis: Immunosuppressive therapy and plasma exchange for complex conditions.
Chronic Kidney Disease and Acute Kidney Injury: Management at all stages, including advanced dialysis therapies.
Pediatric Kidney Transplantation: Comprehensive assessment, surgical preparation, and post-transplant care for children requiring kidney transplants.

Diagnosis & Treatment

Diagnostic Services

We utilize a range of advanced diagnostic tools to evaluate kidney health in both adults and children:
• Blood and Urine Tests:Analysis of key indicators such as antibodies, hormones, and kidney function markers.
• Ultrasound Imaging:High-resolution imaging to assess kidney structure and function.
• CT Scans:Detailed imaging to identify abnormalities in kidney anatomy and function.

Treatment Services

Our nephrology team offers a comprehensive range of treatments tailored to each patient’s condition, including:
• Immunosuppressive Medications:Management of post-transplant care to prevent organ rejection.
• Antihypertensive Therapy:Treatment of high blood pressure to protect kidney function.
• Dialysis Services:All types of dialysis, including hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, for patients with end-stage renal disease.
• Plasma Exchange Therapy:Specialized treatment for autoimmune and immune-related kidney conditions.
• Anemia and Electrolyte Management:Comprehensive care to address anemia and electrolyte imbalances often associated with kidney disease.

Diagnostic Services

Treatment Services

Service Settings

Inpatient Services

• Adult and Pediatric Transplant Care:Full management of transplant patients, including immunosuppressive therapy and infection prevention.
• Complex Kidney Disease Management:Dedicated nephrology units staffed by experienced nurses and physicians.
• Consultation Services:Support for general medicine, pediatrics, cardiology, and critical care teams for complex kidney conditions.
Outpatient Services

• Clinic Hours:8:00 am – 4:00 pm, with 5 full-day clinics per week for both adult and pediatric patients.
• Day Care Services:Specialized outpatient procedures, including IV albumin infusions, plasma exchange, and eculizumab therapy.
Inpatient Services

• Adult and Pediatric Transplant Care:Full management of transplant patients, including immunosuppressive therapy and infection prevention.
• Complex Kidney Disease Management:Dedicated nephrology units staffed by experienced nurses and physicians.
• Consultation Services:Support for general medicine, pediatrics, cardiology, and critical care teams for complex kidney conditions.
Outpatient Services

• Clinic Hours:8:00 am – 4:00 pm, with 5 full-day clinics per week for both adult and pediatric patients.
• Day Care Services:Specialized outpatient procedures, including IV albumin infusions, plasma exchange, and eculizumab therapy.

Meet Our Experts

Pediatric Nephrology Team

Comprehensive Kidney Care for All Ages: Nephrology Program at SKMC

Overview

Why SKMC?

Scope of Services

Adult Nephrology Services

Pediatric Nephrology Services

Adult Nephrology Services

Pediatric Nephrology Services

Diagnosis & Treatment

Diagnostic Services

Treatment Services

Diagnostic Services

Treatment Services

Service Settings

Inpatient Services

Outpatient Services

Inpatient Services

Outpatient Services

Meet Our Experts

Mohamed Yahya Al Seiari

Mohamed Hassan

Anvar Khan

Emad Khater

Abdallah Abdallah

Areej Alghamdi

Watfa Shahwan Al Dhaheri

Zubaida Masoud Al Ismaili

Eihab Al Khasawneh

Mohamed Yahya Al Seiari

Mohamed Hassan

Anvar Khan

Emad Khater

Abdallah Abdallah

Areej Alghamdi

Watfa Shahwan Al Dhaheri

Zubaida Masoud Al Ismaili

Eihab Al Khasawneh