Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute

Medical Center

Praram 9 Hospital

Contact information

Location

Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute, 3rd Floor, Building A, Praram 9 Hospital

Operating hours

07:00 AM - 08:00 PM
every day

Contact

1270 (Local), +662 202 9999

The kidneys are vital organs in the body’s excretory system, primarily responsible for filter waste and toxins from the blood, which are then excreted through urine. Additionally, kidneys regulate water and electrolyte balance, produce hormones that help control blood pressure, and play a role in red blood cell production.

When kidney disease occurs, the kidneys lose their ability to function properly, leading to the buildup of waste and toxins in the body. This can negatively impact health in the long term and may lead to kidney failure, requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant.

Warning Signs of Kidney Disease

If you experience any of these symptoms, consult a doctor for proper diagnosis:

Fatigue, weakness, and irritability
Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting
Swelling
Numbness in hands and feet due to nerve damage
Lower back pain
Muscle spasms, cramps, and muscle weakness
Low blood calcium and osteoporosis
Frequent urination at night
Anemia
Weakened immune system and frequent infections

Medical Team at the Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute, Praram 9 Hospital

Our Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute (Kidney Disease Center) features a specialized team of experts with American Board certification from the USA and UK, including:

Nephrologists
Kidney transplant surgeons
Vascular surgeons
Urologists
Hematologists and tissue specialists for kidney transplants
Infectious disease specialists for transplant patients
Cardiovascular specialists
Respiratory medicine specialists
ICU specialists
Psychiatrists
Radiologists, etc.

Additionally, other specialists care for patients before and after kidney transplants, working together as part of a multidisciplinary team.

“Praram 9 Hospital also has a Kidney Transplant Committee and an Ethics Committee to ensure the transplant process adheres to medical ethics, regulations from the Medical Council, and the laws of Thailand.”

Personnel Preparedness at the Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute, Praram 9 Hospital

Our institute is equipped with a well-trained team that supports the transplant process, such as:

Transplant Coordinators
Renal Nurse Coordinators
Renal Nurse Counselors
Expert dialysis nurses who care for patients before and after transplantation
ICU nurses to manage patients after transplants and handle any complications
Operating room nurses
Laboratory specialists to monitor immunosuppressive drug levels post-transplant
Pharmacists specialized in immunosuppressive medications
Nutritionists to guide patients on dietary needs before and after transplants
Physical therapists to help patients recover post-transplant

Services Offered at the Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute, Praram 9 Hospital

Kidney Transplantation

Our institute possesses extensive experience and expertise in kidney transplant surgeries. Since Praram 9 Hospital opened in June 1992 until February 28, 2023, the Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute has successfully performed 1,180 kidney transplants. Our services include:

Pre-transplant evaluations
Kidney transplants from living donors
Kidney transplants between spouses
Deceased donor kidney transplants in cooperation with the Thai Red Cross Organ Donation Center
Re-transplantation procedures

Post-Transplant Care

Vascular surgery to correct abnormal kidney blood supply after transplantation
Ureter and bladder surgeries post-transplant
Biopsies for post-transplant complications
Treatment of transplant rejection
Management of post-transplant infections, including bloodstream, lung, gastrointestinal, liver, abdominal, urinary tract, brain infections, and viral or fungal infections

Dialysis Services

24-hour emergency dialysis
Dialysis for toxin accumulation in the bloodstream
Hemodialysis for patients with acute or chronic kidney failure
Peritoneal dialysis for chronic kidney failure
Plasmapheresis (plasma exchange)
Vascular access surgeries for dialysis
Correction of vascular issues related to hemodialysis

Kidney Health Screenings

Kidney function assessments
Health screenings for kidney disease or conditions that may lead to kidney failure

Academic and Research Contributions

Our hospital is proud to present ongoing research at both national and international medical conferences, with 59 research publications since 1996. Notable works include:

Excellent Long-term Outcomes of Kidney Transplantation Using Kidneys from Deceased Donors with Acute Kidney Injury, presented at The World Congress Transplantation Society in Vancouver, Canada, 2010.
Prevalence of Pretransplant Infections among South East Asian Kidney Transplant Recipients, presented at the 24th International Congress of The Transplantation Society, Berlin, Germany, 2012.
High Incidence and Mortality of Transitional Cell Carcinoma in Thai Kidney Transplant Patients, presented at ESMO Asia Congress, Singapore, 2019.

Our institute has also been recognized for achievements at the Annual Meeting of the Thai Nephrology Society in 2023 and 2024.

To enhance the quality of services, the Kidney and Transplant Institute has upgraded and developed its medical services to meet international standards. This includes establishing treatment guidelines, setting safety indicators, evaluating surgical outcomes, and creating standardized patient care protocols in accordance with global standards. These measures ensure that medical personnel follow a unified approach, providing patients with accurate and internationally accredited treatments.

In 2016, the Kidney and Transplant Institute at Praram 9 Hospital received the Clinical Care Program Certification (CCPC) for kidney transplant care from the Joint Commission International (JCI) in the USA. This certification recognizes the treatment of complex or high-risk conditions, with a primary focus on patient safety standards.

You can consult about initial symptoms right away for your health.

Location : Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute, 3rd Floor, Building A, Praram 9 Hospital
Operating hours : 07:00 AM – 08:00 PM, every day
Contact Information : Tel 1270/ +662 202 9999, Email : [email protected]