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
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]
Doctor
Dr.North Techawathanawanna
Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute
Dr.Chalothorn Taesilapasathit
Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute
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Kidney Disease and Transplantation Institute
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