Ghatkopar (East), Mumbai)
Dr.Gaurav Bhandari
Nephrologist & Transplant Physician
Speciality: Nephrologist
Experience: 13+ years
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Langauges: English, Hindi, Marathi
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About Dr. Gaurav Bhandari
Dr. Gaurav Bhandari is a Consultant Nephrologist and Transplant Physician with specialised training in kidney care and renal medicine. He is currently practising at Shree Hospitals, Mumbai.
He completed his medical education at Grant Medical College and Sir J. J. Group of Hospitals, followed by residency training in Internal Medicine at Topiwala National Medical College and B. Y. L. Nair Charitable Hospital. He pursued super-specialty DrNB training in Nephrology at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi. During his training, he received the Commendable Thesis Award and Researcher of the Year recognition.
His areas of expertise include kidney disease management, kidney transplantation, acute kidney injury, critical care nephrology, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), ultrasound-guided kidney biopsies, and tunneled haemodialysis catheter insertion.
His Patient Philosophy:
"He focuses on personalised kidney transplant care, effective dialysis management, and precise ultrasound-guided renal procedures to support patient safety and long-term kidney health. His approach combines evidence-based treatment, careful monitoring, and compassionate family education to help patients manage complex kidney conditions with confidence."
Education & Board Certifications
- DrNB (Nephrology): Super-Specialty Board Certification with Distinction | Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (2019 – 2022).
- MD (General Medicine): Topiwala National Medical College and B.Y.L. Nair Charitable Hospital, Mumbai | Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2016 – 2019).
- M.B.B.S. (with Distinctions): Grant Medical College and Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals, Mumbai | Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2010 – 2015).
Treatment Expertise
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Management
- Resistant Hypertension Management
- Glomerular Disease Treatment
- Lupus Nephritis Management
- Vasculitis Treatment
- Kidney Transplant Evaluation & Optimization
- Pre-Transplant Cross-Matching
- Post-Kidney Transplant Care & Immunosuppression Management
- Cadaveric Kidney Transplant Coordination
- High-Risk Kidney Transplant Management
- Hemodialysis Catheter Insertion (Permacath & Temporary Catheters)
- Ultrasound-Guided Renal Biopsy
- Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) Catheter Placement & Management
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Therapeutic Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Hemoperfusion for Poisoning & Drug Overdose
- Emergency Dialysis Services
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Resistant Hypertension
- IgA Nephropathy
- Lupus Nephritis
- Vasculitis-Associated Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Failure
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
- Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
- Kidney Transplant Complications
- Post-Transplant Infections
- Nocardiosis
- Histoplasmosis
- Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Infection
- Fluid Overload
- Septic Shock with Kidney Failure
- Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS)
- Electrolyte Imbalances
- Poisoning & Drug Overdose Requiring Dialysis
- Renal Disorders Requiring Biopsy Evaluation
Research & Publications
- Bhandari G, et al. Short- and long-term outcomes of early initiation of peritoneal dialysis following catheter insertion. Clinical Nephrology (Vol. 98, pp. 10-14).
- Bhandari G, et al. Atypical HUS triggered by COVID-19: A case report. Indian Journal of Nephrology (Vol. 32, pp. 367-370).
- Bhandari G, et al. CMV presenting as a skin growth in renal transplant patient. Transplant Infectious Diseases (2021 Feb;28:e13590).
- Bhandari G, et al. Unusual Cause of Hoarse Voice: Laryngotracheal Histoplasmosis in Renal Transplant Patient. Transplant Infectious Diseases (Official Journal of the Transplantation Society).
- Bhandari G, et al. Double whammy: Anticoagulant Related Nephropathy with Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis due to Warfarin: A case report. CEN Case Reports.
- Bhandari G, et al. Nocardiosis in renal transplantation: Case series from India. Indian Journal of Nephrology.
- Bhandari G, et al. Chylous ascites after laparoscopic donor nephrectomy: A clinical case presentation.
- Bhandari G, et al. IgA nephropathy with Wilson's disease: A case report and literature review.
Awards & Recognition
- Researcher of the Year: Conferred by the Department of Nephrology at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital for outstanding work in continuous dialysis and post-transplant care (2020-21).
- Commendable Thesis Award: Awarded by the National Board of Education for exceptional clinical research in super-specialty medicine.
- TATA Memorial Academic Scholarship: Awarded continuously across all four undergraduate medical years for graduating at the top of the class.
Public Recognition
- Digital Medical Content Creator: Running public educational programs on hair loss, clinical dermatology, and skin sciences through the Dr. Yogesh Kalyanpad YouTube platform.
- Healthcare Accessibility Strategist: Developed affordable and structured treatment protocols during institutional service to make modern skin and hair procedures accessible across diverse socioeconomic backgrounds in regional centers.
- Global Medical Context: Highly recognized dermatology practice in Mumbai, serving both domestic and international patients seeking hair restoration and advanced laser therapies.