Dr Rubina Vohra

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Dr Rubina Vohra - Nephrologist in Indore

Dr Rubina Vohra is a Nephrologist at Apollo Hospitals, Indore, with 28+ years of clinical, academic and research experience in nephrology. She holds MBBS, MD (Medicine) and DM (Nephrology). Her areas of expertise include chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, kidney failure, dialysis, kidney transplant, resistant hypertension, diabetic nephropathy and interventional nephrology. Her current clinical interests include kidney biopsy, dialysis access and complex kidney disorders.

Quick Facts

About Dr Rubina Vohra

Dr Rubina Vohra in Indore is a clinical Nephrologist, Medical Educator and Nephrology Researcher. She specialises in kidney disease, dialysis, renal transplantation, and complex kidney conditions. She has also served as an academic nephrologist and contributed to postgraduate medical education.

Areas of Nephrology Expertise

Her clinical expertise includes:

• CKD management
• Acute kidney injury
• Dialysis and renal replacement therapy
• Kidney transplantation
• Resistant and secondary hypertension
• Diabetic nephropathy
• Glomerular diseases
• Autoimmune nephropathies
• Lupus nephritis
• Vasculitis and inherited kidney disorders

Conditions Treated

Dr Rubina Vohra provides evaluation and management for a range of kidney-related conditions, including:

• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and kidney failure
• Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
• Diabetic nephropathy and diabetic kidney disease
• Nephrotic syndrome
• Glomerular diseases
• Autoimmune kidney diseases, including lupus nephritis
• Resistant and secondary hypertension associated with kidney disease
• Inherited kidney disorders
• Electrolyte and acid-base disorders
• End-stage kidney disease, including care related to dialysis and kidney transplantation

Chronic Kidney Disease Management

For Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), management focuses on identifying the cause, monitoring kidney function, controlling diabetes and hypertension, and managing complications to slow further damage through medication and lifestyle changes.

Chronic Kidney Disease and Kidney Failure

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) refers to a gradual loss of kidney function over time. The first step in care is to determine the cause. Doctors then monitor kidney function, control diabetes and blood pressure, and manage complications. The plan may vary by stage.

Kidney failure, also known as end-stage renal disease (ESRD), occurs when the kidneys fail to meet the body's needs. Dialysis or a transplant may be considered. Not all patients need either. Good kidney care matters at all stages.

When Should a Nephrologist Be Consulted?

A nephrology review is worth considering when these signs appear:

• Abnormal blood tests of kidney function
• Protein or blood in the urine (proteinuria)
• Oedema (swelling) of feet, legs or eyes
• Foamy urine (a potential sign of protein in the urine)
• Decreased urine output
• High blood pressure which is difficult to control
• Diabetes & kidney disease (DM-KD)

Some kidney diseases have no symptoms in the early stages. People at higher risk should undergo regular screening.

Acute Kidney Injury and Critical Care Nephrology

Acute kidney injury is a sudden drop in kidney function. Dr Vohra specialises in its management in the ICU setting.

Dialysis and Renal Replacement Therapy

• Hemodialysis is a procedure that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from the blood. Planning includes clinical assessment and vascular access.
• In peritoneal dialysis, the lining of the abdomen acts as a natural filter. It is appropriate for carefully selected patients. Home dialysis is another option.

Kidney Transplantation

For selected patients, advanced kidney failure can be treated with a kidney transplant. Dr Vohra performs pre-transplant evaluation, post-transplant follow-up and immunosuppression management.

Resistant Hypertension and Kidney Disease

High blood pressure that doesn't respond to treatment may indicate a kidney problem. A nephrology assessment evaluates kidney function and causes. It then facilitates a person's individualised treatment plan.

Diabetic Nephropathy

Kidneys may slowly become damaged by diabetes. Care involves monitoring kidney function and urine protein, controlling blood sugar and blood pressure, and, if appropriate, using treatments to protect the kidneys.

Interventional Nephrology and Kidney Biopsy

Interventional nephrology is a branch of nephrology that includes interventions to aid diagnosis and dialysis-related care. These include placing dialysis catheters, inserting dialysis access, and caring for dialysis access.

If tests fail to reveal the cause of kidney disease, a kidney biopsy may be recommended, for example, if protein in the urine can't be explained.

Kidney Disease Diagnostic Evaluation

Depending on symptoms and clinical findings, evaluation may include serum creatinine, eGFR, urinalysis, urine protein testing, electrolyte testing, blood pressure assessment, kidney ultrasound, renal Doppler, CT imaging where indicated and kidney biopsy in selected cases.

Kidney Disease Treatment Journey

The first step in care is to review symptoms, risk factors, and medical history. Blood and urine tests might help assess kidney function. Treatment will then be considered based on the cause of the disease.

Kidney Transplant Journey

Pre-transplant assessment and planning are the initial steps in transplant care. This is followed by post-transplant monitoring, immunosuppression management, and long-term monitoring for complications.

Teaching and Academic Contributions

Dr Rubina Vohra has served in several educational and teaching capacities in nephrology, including as a Professor and Associate Professor. Dr Vohra’s academic qualifications include post-graduate education and training in nephrology.

Apollo Hospitals Indore Kidney Care Ecosystem

Dr Vohra is a practising doctor at Apollo Hospitals, Indore. Patients can receive nephrology treatment for CKD, kidney failure, dialysis and post-transplant follow-up.