Our Award-Winning Kidney Specialist Team in Bangalore
Dr. L. N. Raju: The Best
Urologist in Bangalore
MBBS, MS, DNB (Urology), MCh (Urology)
Chief Urologist & Chairman – Blue Bliss Hospital
With the expertise of 20+ years, Dr. L. N. Raju is widely recognized as one of the best
urologists
in Bangalore among the nephrology hospital in Bangalore. His expertise spreads across complex
kidney transplants, advanced urological surgeries with minimally invasive procedures. People
across India trust him as the top urologist in Bangalore for:
- Kidney stones (Laser, URS, PCNL)
- Prostate diseases (BPH, prostate cancer)
- Male infertility and andrology
- Pediatric urology
- Urological cancers
- Reconstructive urology
Awards & Recognition
Dr. L. N. Raju’s exceptional contributions to urology and kidney transplant care have been
honored with several prestigious awards:
- Times Health Excellence Award (2021–2022)
For outstanding achievements in kidney transplantation and urology.
- Rashtriya Gaurav Award (2004)
Recognizing his remarkable impact on kidney care and urological health.
- Jayasekaran Gold Medal (1999)
Awarded for his pioneering work on D.J. Stent innovations, reflecting his early commitment
to research and excellence.
Dr. V. R. Raju: The best
Nephrologist in Bangalore
MBBS, MD, DM (Nephrology)
Chief Nephrologist & CEO – Blue Bliss Hospital
As a gold medalist, academic achiever, and one of the best nephrologists in Bangalore, Dr. V R
Raju brings years of excellence in kidney care. He completed his MD (Medicine) and DM
(Nephrology) from the prestigious Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal and Christian Medical
College (CMC), Vellore.
He has served at nephrology hospitals in Bangalore and currently heads of the Department of
Nephrology & Dialysis at Blue Bliss Hospital, providing exemplary leadership and compassionate
kidney care. His areas of expertise are:
- Hemodialysis (HD)
- Renal Biopsy
- Vascular Access – AV Fistulas & AV Grafts
- CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy)
- Renal Transplantation (Pre & Post)
- Management of CKD, AKI, Glomerular Disorders
- Hypertension and Diabetic Kidney Disease
Why Blue Bliss Hospital is
the best kidney Hospital in Bangalore
Choosing a best hospital for any disease is the major concern for many people. For this you
should be aware about the success percentage of any hospital. With a dedicated nephrology unit,
state-of-the-art technology, and round-the-clock support services, Blue Bliss Hospital is
recognized as the best kidney hospital in Bangalore. The reasons why you should choose Blue
Bliss Hospital for kidney treatment in Bangalore include the following:
- 25+ Years of Excellence: With over a decade of dedicated nephrology care,
the hospital has
built a strong reputation as the best kidney hospital in Bangalore.
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Trusted by Thousands: The center has successfully treated over a thousand
kidney patients,
offering comprehensive care for all kidney-related conditions.
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Highly Experienced Specialists: A team of senior nephrologists, urologists,
and dialysis
experts ensures accurate diagnosis and advanced treatment for every patient.
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99% Post-Surgery Recovery Success: The hospital maintains exceptionally
high post-surgical
recovery standards backed by strong clinical protocols and personalized care.
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Precise Diagnostic Accuracy: Equipped with advanced imaging and laboratory
technology, the
hospital delivers rapid and accurate kidney evaluations for reliable treatment planning.
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In-House Dialysis Facility: Patients benefit from a fully equipped dialysis
unit that
supports both emergency and scheduled dialysis sessions with maximum safety and hygiene.
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Complete Kidney Care Under One Roof: From dialysis, stone removal, renal
angioplasty, AV
fistula creation, to transplant preparation, all types of kidney-related treatments are
available.
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Renal ICU Equipped for Critical Care: A specialized renal ICU provides
high-level care for
kidney emergencies, ensuring timely stabilization and improved outcomes.
COMPREHENSIVE KIDNEY TREATMENTS & ADVANCED PROCEDURES
There is a wide spectrum of kidney treatments deliberate to address both acute and chronic
conditions comprehensively. Here are some important kidney treatments offered:
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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Management:
In the stages of CKD management, treatment mainly focuses on slowing disease progression,
controlling symptoms, and improving quality of life through medications, regular monitoring,
and lifestyle modifications.
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Kidney Stone Treatment
To remove stones safely with quicker recovery and minimal discomfort, minimally invasive
procedures like laser lithotripsy, ureteroscopy, and PCNL is used.
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Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) Treatment
For AKI Rapid diagnosis, critical care monitoring, and timely treatment help reverse sudden
kidney failure and prevent long-term damage.
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Dialysis Services
This service is done with the advanced hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis using
high-precision machines to maintain electrolyte balance and remove toxins safely.
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Kidney Transplant Evaluation
To ensure the best outcomes for transplant patients, pre-transplant assessment,
compatibility testing, and post-transplant follow-up care is done.
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Pediatric Nephrology
Pediatric specialized kidney care for children includes congenital defects, infections,
genetic diseases, or nephrotic syndrome.
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Diabetic Kidney Disease Management
Comprehensive care combining diabetes control, blood pressure management, diet planning, and
kidney function monitoring are the major focus for diabetic patients.
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Hypertension-Related Kidney Damage
To manage high blood pressure and its impact on kidneys through medication adjustments,
lifestyle guidance, and risk monitoring is done.
Accurate Kidney Diagnosis with Advanced Technology
Kidney Diagnosis
Accurate kidney diagnosis is essential for identifying the cause, stage, and severity of
kidney-related problems. It involves a combination of blood tests, urine analysis, imaging
scans, and specialized procedures to assess kidney function and detect abnormalities at an early
stage.
We here at Blue Bliss Hospital, take complete responsibility for providing the best kidney
treatment in Bangalore with the top nephrologists in Bangalore, for your kidney health.
Here are some necessary tests:
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Creatinine Test
It measures creatinine levels in the blood and helps assess kidney filtering capacity.
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eGFR (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate)
This rate is calculated from creatinine levels. It Shows how well kidneys are filtering
waste and used to Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) stage.
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Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Test
It measures urea nitrogen in the blood and the elevated levels may indicate kidney
dysfunction, dehydration, or excessive protein breakdown.
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Urine Routine Test
This basic urine test detects early signs of kidney disease, UTIs, and metabolic problems.
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Urine Albumin-to-Creatinine Ratio (ACR)
This ratio measures tiny amounts of protein leakage (microalbuminuria). It is the early
indicator of diabetic kidney disease or hypertension-related kidney damage.
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Kidney Ultrasound
Through this non-invasive imaging, kidney size, shape, and structure are known. It detects
stones, cysts, blockages, swelling, and anatomical abnormalities.
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Doppler Ultrasound
It checks blood flow to and from the kidneys and helps diagnose renal artery stenosis
(narrowing of kidney blood vessels).
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CT scan (CT KUB / CT Abdomen)
With this detailed cross-sectional imaging is known. It is used to detect stones, tumors,
blockages, infections, or trauma.
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MRI / MR Urography
It is the advanced imaging with high contrast resolution and useful for complex kidney
conditions, tumors, vascular issues, or congenital disorders.
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Kidney Biopsy
In this procedure small sample of kidney tissue is examined under a microscope and confirm
diseases like glomerulonephritis, nephrotic syndrome, autoimmune disorders, or unexplained
kidney failure.
Advanced Kidney Treatment Procedures
There are various types of kidney treatments, and each procedure differs based on the specific
kidney condition and its severity. From managing kidney failure to removing stones or improving
blood flow, every treatment is designed to restore and protect kidney function. Here are some
important treatments and their corresponding procedures.
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Plasmapheresis
Treatment: Removes harmful antibodies from the blood to manage
autoimmune kidney diseases.
Procedure: Blood is separated, plasma is filtered, harmful components
are removed, and the cleaned plasma or blood cells are safely returned to the body.
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Renal Angioplasty & Stenting
Treatment:Restores normal blood flow in narrowed renal arteries to
protect kidney function.
Procedure:A balloon catheter opens the blocked artery, and a stent is
placed to keep it open.
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Catheter Insertion for Dialysis
Treatment:Provides immediate access for emergency or short-term
hemodialysis.
Procedure:Placement of temporary or tunneled catheters into major veins
such as the internal jugular or femoral vein.
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AV Fistula / AV Graft Creation
Treatment:Provides a long-term vascular access option for patients
requiring ongoing hemodialysis.
Procedure:Minor surgery that connects an artery to a vein (fistula) or
uses a synthetic tube (graft).
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Dialysis
Treatment:Supports kidney function by removing waste and excess fluid
from the body when kidneys fail.
Procedure:
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Hemodialysis:
Blood is filtered through a dialysis machine using a vascular access (fistula,
graft, or catheter)
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Peritoneal Dialysis:
Dialysis fluid is used in the abdomen where the peritoneal lining acts as a natural
filter
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Kidney Stone Removal
Treatment:Removal or breaking down of kidney stones to relieve pain,
prevent infection, and restore kidney function.
Procedure:
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ESWL: Shock waves break stones into small particles
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URS: A small scope removes or fragments stones through the urinary
tract
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PCNL: Keyhole surgery through the back for large or complex stones
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Kidney Transplant
Treatment:Replaces a damaged or non-functioning kidney with a healthy
donor kidney for long-term kidney failure management.
Procedure:Includes compatibility testing, transplant surgery, and
postoperative immunosuppressive medication management.
Facilities, Technology &
Equipment
Blue Bliss Hospital is equipped with cutting-edge medical technology that ensures the best
kidney care center in Bangalore by the top nephrologists in Bangalore for accurate diagnosis,
safe procedures, and precise treatment outcomes. Every renal patient receives advanced,
reliable, and timely care supported by world-class equipment and facilities.
Our Advanced Kidney Care Technology:
- Modern Dialysis Unit: It is equipped with advanced dialysis machines
featuring enhanced purification systems for safe, smooth, and comfortable dialysis sessions.
- Modular Operation Theatres: Our MOT is designed for complex urological and
minimally invasive surgeries, maintaining high safety and infection-control standards.
- Dedicated Kidney ICU: With 24/7 critical care monitoring, ventilators,
multi-parameter monitors, and continuous support from trained intensivists our hospital is
the best hospital for ICU care.
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High-End Diagnostic Tools: Our diagnostic tools Include high-resolution
ultrasound, CT
scanners, and advanced laboratory systems for rapid and accurate kidney evaluations across
all age groups.
ADVANCED NEPHROLOGY
PROCEDURES AT BLUE BLISS HOSPITAL
RENAL BIOPSY
In a renal or kidney biopsy , a small piece of kidney is removed to examine under a microscope to
study the damage or disease of the organ. It helps in determining the severity of the kidney
disease and to chalk out a plan for treating it.
Our team of experts inserts a thin needle in the skin and reaches the kidney by viewing it in an
imaging device and remove the tissue. This process is known as percutaneous kidney biopsy. The
procedure is very safe to perform and the pain at the biopsy site lasts only for a few hours.
The renal biopsy can be done in the following cases:
- Hematuria (blood in the urine)
- Proteinuria (protein in the urine)
- Problem with kidney function
DIALYSIS SERVICES
Blue Bliss Hospital performs dialysis for kidney failure in Bangalore . In this procedure, the
excess water, solutes, and toxins are removed from the blood of people whose kidneys have
stopped working. The two types of dialysis procedures performed in our hospital are hemodialysis
and peritoneal dialysis. In hemodialysis, the waste and water are removed from the body by
circulating the blood outside the body using an external filter called a dialyzer. The dialyzer
works as an artificial kidney. In peritoneal dialysis, the waste and water are removed from the
blood using the peritoneum.
CRRT (CONTINUOUS RENAL
REPLACEMENT THERAPY)
CRRT is Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy. It is a specialized dialysis treatment that is
provided as a continuous 24 hours therapy. Our team monitors the patient throughout the
procedure. The CRRT differs from the normal dialysis in terms of the speed at which the waste
product is removed from the body. It removes water and wastes at a slow pace. CRRT is performed
when the patient suffers from the following diseases:
CRRT is performed when the patient suffers from:
- Hepatic failure after surgery
- Severe acute pancreatitis
- Fulminant hepatitis
- Lowered kidney function
PLASMA THERAPY
(PLASMAPHERESIS)
The plasma therapy also known as plasmapheresis filters the blood and remove the harmful
antibodies from the plasma. Due to this, the patient with kidney failure can receive a kidney
from a donor of any blood group. Antibodies act as the natural defence system of the body and
destroy foreign bodies. As the antibodies are removed, they are unable to attack and damage the
donated kidney. The removed plasma is replaced with frozen plasma, saline, or albumin. Some
conditions that require this procedure are:
Conditions treated with plasmapheresis include:
- Cryoglobulinemia
- Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Recurrent FSGS in Renal Transplant
- Anti-GBM disease
Understanding Nephrology
Nephrology is the branch that deals with the kidney disorders. A wide range of conditions such as
chronic kidney disease (CKD), Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), kidney stones, glomerular diseases,
hypertension-related kidney damage, electrolyte imbalance, and diabetic nephropathy are included
in this department.
For maintaining overall wellness, healthy kidneys play a vital role in filtering toxins,
balancing fluids. To prevent complications, you should consult with our specialists who are the
top nephrologist in Bangalore.
The Nephrology Department at Blue Bliss Hospital offers comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and
treatment for all kidney-related disorders, including Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), Acute Kidney
Injury (AKI), long-term renal conditions, kidney stones, diabetic nephropathy, glomerular
diseases, and hypertension-related kidney problems.
Our services include dedicated hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis under strict safety
protocols, specialized care for urinary tract infections and obstruction-related issues, and
advanced diagnostic facilities for accurate testing and early detection.
As a kidney specialist hospital in Bangalore, we also provide preventive kidney care through
electrolyte and fluid imbalance management, regular check-ups, and early screening for high-risk
patients. In addition, our team ensures personalized treatment plans, continuous monitoring,
post-transplant care with medication and infection management. We also provide rapid emergency
support for acute kidney failures and related complications making Blue Bliss Hospital as the
trusted kidney treatment hospital in Bangalore.
PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY
Treating pediatric kidneys is one of our specialties and we strive hard to give our best service
to small children. The children may suffer developmental or acquired renal problems. The
nephrologists of our hospital provide comprehensive care for newborns, young children, and
adolescents. Our experience is what matters the most when small children need help with their
kidneys. The diseases that are treated by us are:
- Post-infectious Glomerulonephritis
- Steroid-sensitive Nephrotic
- Hematuria
- Proteinuria
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Acute and Chronic Kidney Failure
Contact Our Kidney Specialists in Bangalore
If you are searching for a leading kidney hospital in Bangalore, our specialists at Blue Bliss Hospital are here to help.
Hospital Location &
Accessibility
As the location of Blue Bliss Hospital is in Seshadripuram, people across Bangalore easily
accessible for kidney care center in Bangalore. Its central location allows patients from nearby
areas such as Malleshwaram, Rajajinagar, Shivajinagar, Majestic, and Vasanth Nagar to reach the
hospital quickly.
Being well-connected to all major modes of transport—including metro, bus routes, and main
roads, patients from outside Bangalore can also reach the hospital without difficulty.
Patients can book appointments online or call the hospital’s helpline for quick scheduling and
emergency support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q What makes Blue Bliss Hospital one of the best kidney hospitals
in Bangalore?
Our advanced nephrology care, expert specialists, and modern technology supported by
high success rates make us as the best kidney hospital in Bangalore.
Q Which kidney conditions are treated at Blue Bliss
Hospital?
All kidney related conditions such as CKD, AKI, stones, infections, glomerular
diseases, diabetic nephropathy are treated at Blue Bliss Hospital.
Q Do you offer 24/7 emergency care?
Yes, our emergency nephrology support is available round the clock.
Q What technologies are used?
We use high-end dialysis machines, ultrasound, CT scan, renal biopsy tools, and advanced
lab systems.
Q How experienced is the nephrology team?
Our experts have more than 18 years of experience in managing complex kidney conditions.
Q Are dialysis services available?
Yes, it includes hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and continuous renal replacement
therapy (CRRT).
Q Do you offer transplant evaluation?
Yes, our transplant evaluation including pre-transplant testing and post-transplant
care.
Q Is minimally invasive stone treatment available?
Yes, with laser lithotripsy, URS, PCNL, and more.
Q Do you offer pediatric nephrology?
Yes, we treat kidney diseases in children.
Q What diagnostic tests are done?
All types of kidney related tests such as creatinine test, urine analysis, imaging, doppler, biopsy, etc are done.
Q How do I book an appointment?
You can do online booking or call our helpline.
Q Is insurance accepted?
Yes, most insurance plans are accepted.
Q What long-term care facilities are available?
CKD clinics, dialysis units, ICU, and rehabilitation support.
Q Do you offer dietary counseling?
Yes, renal diet counseling is available.
Q Are there specialized kidney ICUs?
Yes, we have dedicated ICUs for renal patients and known as the kidney specialist hospital in Bangalore.
Q What symptoms require immediate care?
Swelling, reduced urine output, breathlessness, vomiting, or severe pain.
Q Do you manage all CKD stages?
Yes, from stage 1 to stage 5.
Q Can international patients access services?
Yes, global patient support is available.
Q What makes your dialysis unit advanced?
High-end machines, strict infection control, and expert technicians.
Q Do you provide second opinions?
Yes, for complex kidney conditions.
Q Are biopsies and imaging available onsite?
Yes, all facilities are available within the hospital.
Q How do you ensure safety?
Strict protocols, sterilization, monitoring, and expert supervision.