Dr. Santhosh S is a Consultant Nephrologist and Renal Transplant Physician with over 8 years of experience in managing a wide spectrum of kidney diseases. He provides comprehensive, patient-centred care for both acute and chronic renal conditions, with special expertise in transplant nephrology and critical care nephrology.

Dr. Santhosh strongly believes in evidence-based medicine and works closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic and individualized treatment plans. His empathetic approach and strong communication skills help patients and their families navigate complex renal conditions with confidence.

Areas of Special Interest & Expertise

Dr. Santhosh has extensive experience in the medical and procedural aspects of nephrology, with expertise in:

• Diabetic Kidney Disease
• Glomerular Diseases and recent therapeutic advances
• Hemodialysis
• Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
• Critical Care Nephrology
• Interventional Nephrology
• Renal Biopsy
• Tunneled Hemodialysis Catheter Placement
• Kidney Transplantation
• ABO-Incompatible Kidney Transplantation
• Resistant Hypertension
• Pregnancy-Related Kidney Disorders

Educational Qualifications

MBBS
A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangalore
2008

MD – Internal Medicine
Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli
2014

DNB – Nephrology
Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bengaluru
2018

Professional Experience

Consultant Nephrologist & Renal Transplant Physician
Manipal Hospital, Yeshwanthpur
Previously Columbia Asia
February 2020 – Present

Publications & Research

1. Plasma Cell Rich Acute Cellular Rejection Causing Acute Allograft Dysfunction: A Case Series

2. Acute Allograft Dysfunction: Whether Immunological or Non-Immunological Cause – A Prospective Study

3. Glycemic Variability Among Type 2 Diabetes Patients with CKD Using Continuous Glucose Monitoring: A Tertiary Care Study

Academic Activity

Faculty Speaker
CRRT Workshop – AVATAR India 2025, New Delhi

Professional Memberships

• Indian Medical Association (IMA)
• Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN)
• American Society of Nephrology (ASN)
• Critical Nephrology Society of India (CNSI)

Clinical Focus

Dr. Santhosh's clinical practice encompasses the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic kidney disorders, dialysis and critical care nephrology, kidney transplantation and complex renal conditions. His expertise in transplant nephrology includes kidney transplantation and ABO-incompatible transplantation, alongside comprehensive pre- and post-transplant renal care.

His experience in interventional nephrology includes renal biopsy and tunneled haemodialysis catheter placement. He also manages kidney-related complications associated with hypertension, diabetes and pregnancy.

Professional Approach

Dr. Santhosh follows an evidence-based and patient-centred approach to nephrology. He emphasizes individualized treatment plans and multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure comprehensive care for patients with complex renal conditions.