Jagdish JoshiKidney CareCompassion. Care. Commitment.
Kidney specialist · Kotdwar

Care for your kidneys, explained clearly and followed closely.

Jagdish Joshi Kidney Care diagnoses and treats kidney disease, from a first abnormal report to long-term management and dialysis planning. Every patient leaves knowing what their numbers mean and what to do next.

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Nephrology OPD

Every Wednesday10 AM to 5 PM

with Dr. Arun Joshi

About the clinic

What we help with

A dedicated kidney clinic for adults. Add a line about when the clinic opened and who it serves.

The clinic's wall sign: a teal and a navy kidney above the clinic name and the words Compassion. Care. Commitment.

Chronic kidney disease

Staging, regular monitoring of creatinine and eGFR, and a plan to slow progression.

Diabetes and blood pressure

Kidney protection for patients with diabetes or hypertension, the two most common causes of kidney damage.

Kidney stones

Evaluation, diet guidance and prevention of repeat stones.

Dialysis planning

Counselling on dialysis options and preparation when kidney function is low.

Kidney transplant care

Pre-transplant work-up and follow-up care after transplant.

Report review

Bring your blood and urine reports for a clear explanation of what they mean.

Dr. Arun Joshi, nephrologist
About the doctor

Dr. Arun Joshi

Senior Consultant & HOD, NephrologyGraphic Era Institute of Medical Sciences

MBBS · MD (Internal Medicine) · DrNB (Nephrology)

Established the Department of Nephrology at Graphic Era Institute of Medical Sciences. Twelve years in internal medicine and kidney care (dialysis, transplantation, and critical care nephrology) practiced with compassion.

Experience
12+ yrs
PD Programme
120+ patients
Publications
11
Practice sites
3 locations

Education

  1. Aug 2021
    DrNB, NephrologyArmy Hospital Research & Referral, New Delhi
  2. Apr 2014
    MD, Internal MedicinePGIMER & Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, New Delhi
  3. Jan 2011
    MBBSVardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi

Experience

  1. Mar 2023 – Present
    Assistant Professor, Medicine · Consultant NephrologyGraphic Era Institute of Medical Sciences, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
    • Established the Department of Nephrology
    • Introduced tunneled cuffed catheter insertion, PD catheter insertion, and kidney biopsies
    • Started the Hemodialysis Unit and Plasma Exchange service
    • Participated in the NMC inspection for establishment of the medical college
  2. Jan 2022
    Consultant NephrologyKailash Hospital, Greater Noida
    • Full-time independent consultant managing the nephrology department
    • First-time introduction of tunneled cuffed and PD catheter insertion at the hospital
    • Started the AV Fistula programme with the plastic surgery team
  3. Jan 2022 – Mar 2023
    Visiting Consultant NephrologyKailash Hospital, Khurja, UP
    • Managed OPD, IPD, and the Dialysis Unit
    • First-time introduction of tunneled cuffed catheter insertion at the hospital
  4. Nov 2014 – Jan 2016
    Senior Resident, Internal MedicinePandit Madan Mohan Malviya Hospital, New Delhi
Research

Publications

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Also at the clinic

Dr. B. S. Rawat

Physician & Chest SpecialistGeneral medicine and lung care

Dr. B. S. Rawat sees adults for general medical problems and for conditions of the chest and lungs. Many kidney patients also live with diabetes, high blood pressure or breathing problems, so having a physician and chest specialist in the same clinic keeps their care in one place.

Consult for

  • Fever, infections and general health check-ups
  • Diabetes, blood pressure and thyroid problems
  • Long-lasting cough and breathlessness
  • Asthma and COPD
  • Pneumonia and tuberculosis (TB)
  • Chest problems in kidney patients
Pharmacy

Medicines at the clinic

Get the medicines the doctor prescribes before you leave the clinic, and pick up your regular refills from the same counter.

Kidney medicines

Medicines for chronic kidney disease, blood pressure, anaemia, phosphate and potassium control.

Dialysis supplies

Peritoneal dialysis (PD) fluid bags and related supplies for patients in the clinic's PD programme.

Diabetes and BP medicines

Regular medicines for diabetes, blood pressure, thyroid and heart conditions.

Chest and general medicines

Inhalers and medicines prescribed by Dr. B. S. Rawat for chest and general conditions.

Medicine safety for kidney patients: do not stop or change a kidney medicine on your own. Avoid painkillers such as ibuprofen and diclofenac, and herbal remedies, unless the doctor approves them. Medicines are given only against a valid prescription.
Book an appointment

Request a consultation

Pick a date and a free 15-minute time. The clinic will call you to confirm.

Please bring: your latest blood reports (creatinine, urea, electrolytes), urine report, any ultrasound, and a list of the medicines you take.
In an emergency, such as passing very little or no urine, severe breathlessness or chest pain, go to the nearest hospital emergency department. Do not wait for an appointment.
15-minute slots, 10 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Saturday. Closed 2 to 2:30 PM. Booking for today closes at 6 PM.
Contact

Find the clinic

Address

Malgodam Road
Near BSNL Telephone Exchange
Kotdwar, Uttarakhand

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Contact us

+91 70606 85777

[email protected]

Timings

General OPD: Mon to Sat, 10 AM to 5 PM

Sunday closed

Kidney care advice

Everyday habits that protect your kidneys

General guidance for patients and families. Your own plan depends on your reports and other conditions, so follow the doctor's advice where it differs.

Control sugar and blood pressure

  • Diabetes and high blood pressure cause most kidney damage.
  • Check your blood pressure at home and keep a written log to show the doctor.
  • Take medicines regularly, even when you feel well.

Cut down on salt

  • Aim for less than 5 g of salt a day, about one level teaspoon in total.
  • Pickles, papad, namkeen, packaged snacks and instant noodles are high in salt.
  • Avoid salt substitutes unless the doctor approves; many contain potassium.

Be careful with painkillers and supplements

  • Regular use of painkillers such as ibuprofen or diclofenac can harm the kidneys.
  • Check with the doctor before taking herbal remedies, powders or supplements.
  • Tell every doctor you visit that you have a kidney condition.

Drink the right amount of water

  • Most healthy adults should drink enough to keep urine pale yellow.
  • Patients with advanced kidney disease, heart failure or on dialysis may need to limit fluids. Ask the doctor for your daily limit.

Stay active and stop smoking

  • About 30 minutes of walking on most days helps weight, sugar and blood pressure.
  • Smoking and tobacco speed up kidney damage.

See the doctor soon if you notice

  • Swelling of the feet, ankles or around the eyes
  • Foamy or frothy urine, or blood in the urine
  • Passing much less urine than usual
  • Constant tiredness, loss of appetite or nausea

Understanding your eGFR

eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate) is calculated from your creatinine report and shows how well the kidneys filter blood, in mL/min/1.73 m². Lower numbers mean lower kidney function.

StageeGFRKidney functionScale
G190 or aboveNormal, if other signs of kidney damage are present
G260 to 89Mildly reduced
G3a45 to 59Mild to moderately reduced
G3b30 to 44Moderately to severely reduced
G415 to 29Severely reduced
G5below 15Kidney failure

Please note: this information is general and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult Dr. Arun Joshi or your own doctor before changing your diet, fluids or medicines.

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