DR. VILESH

Dr. Vilesh has extensive experience in nephrology, renal transplantation, and the management of complex kidney-related conditions, having worked with some of the leading healthcare institutions in India.

Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai (2005–2013)

Worked at Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, gaining valuable clinical experience in the diagnosis and management of kidney diseases, renal replacement therapy, and specialised nephrological care.

VPS Lakeshore Hospital, Kochi (2013–2021)

Continued his professional journey at VPS Lakeshore Hospital, Kochi, contributing to advanced nephrology services, renal transplantation, and comprehensive kidney care.

Current Professional Appointments

Currently serving as a Consultant Nephrologist and Transplant Physician at several reputed hospitals across Kerala, providing specialised kidney care and transplant-related services.

• V Specialists Hospital, Kochi
• VKM Hospital, Tripunithura, Kochi
• St. Joseph Hospital, Dharmagiri, Kothamangalam
• Samaritan Hospital, Pazhanganad
• Carmel Hospital, Kochi
• Nirmala Hospital, Muvattupuzha
• Modern Hospital, Kodungallur
• Koinonia Mission Hospital, Perumbavoor
• Fatima Hospital, Perumpadappu
• MCS Hospital, Muvattupuzha

Areas of Specialisation

1. Comprehensive Nephrology Care

Expertise in the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of various kidney disorders, including acute and chronic kidney diseases, electrolyte imbalances, and complex renal conditions.

2. Renal Transplantation & Transplant Medicine

Specialised experience in kidney transplantation, including deceased donor transplantation, transplant evaluation, post-transplant care, and the management of transplant-related complications.

3. Dialysis & Renal Replacement Therapy

Experience in different renal replacement therapies, including haemodialysis and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), particularly in patients with advanced kidney disease and critical illness.

4. Critical Care Nephrology

Specialised knowledge in managing kidney-related complications in critically ill patients, including those with multi-organ failure, acute kidney injury, and complex intensive care requirements.

5. Management of Complex Renal Conditions

Clinical interest in advanced kidney disorders, renal transplant outcomes, marginal donor transplantation, and the management of patients requiring specialised renal support.

Research, Publications & Academic Contributions

Dr. Vilesh has actively contributed to medical research, academic publications, textbook chapters, and national-level scientific conferences, particularly in the fields of nephrology, renal transplantation, and critical care medicine.

1. Atlas of Renal Pathology (2023)

Contributed a textbook chapter on Preimplantation Biopsy in Deceased Donor Transplantation, focusing on the evaluation of donor kidneys before transplantation and its importance in transplant assessment.

2. Textbook of ICCM Manual of RRT & ECMO in ICU (2019 & 2022)

Authored Chapter 6, titled Indications for Renal Replacement Therapy in ICU: Renal and Non-Renal, discussing the clinical indications and applications of renal replacement therapy in critically ill patients.

3. Deceased Donor Transplantation – Our Experience in the Last Four Years (2019)

Published research in the Indian Journal of Transplantation, presenting clinical experience and outcomes associated with deceased donor kidney transplantation.

4. Chapter on Aetiology of Pancreatitis

Contributed a chapter on the aetiology of pancreatitis in the textbook on pancreatitis by Dr. Sharad Shah, addressing the various causes and clinical aspects of this condition.

5. Primary Sinusoidal Lymphoma Presenting as Acute Liver Failure (2016)

Co-authored a case report published in the Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology, December 2016, Volume 5(4), pages 341–343, highlighting an unusual clinical presentation of primary sinusoidal lymphoma.

6. Sternal Tuberculosis in Renal Transplant Recipients

Contributed to clinical case reports involving sternal tuberculosis in renal transplant patients, highlighting the complexities of infectious complications following transplantation.

Research Projects & Scientific Studies

• Pilot Study on Developing a Stress Codification Device: Participated in a research initiative in association with Stanford University and IIT Mumbai, exploring the development of a device for stress codification.
• Outcomes in Patients with Multi-Organ Failure: Involved in research evaluating clinical outcomes in patients with multi-organ failure and comparing different intensive care unit scoring systems.
• Outcomes of Renal Transplantation with Marginal Donors: Contributed to research examining transplant outcomes involving marginal donor kidneys and their clinical implications.

Conference Presentations & Academic Participation

Actively participated in national-level medical conferences and scientific forums, presenting research findings and sharing clinical experience with the medical community.

• National Association of Nephrology (NAK) and DELITE Conference: Delivered podium presentations on cadaveric kidney transplantation.
• National Critical Care Conference (2017): Presented research on the timing of Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), contributing to discussions on renal support strategies in critically ill patients.