Careers in nephrology

1. Careers
In
Nephrology
Introduction
Eligibility
Job Prospects
Remuneration
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2. Introduction
Nephrology is a specialty medicine and pediatrics that
concerns itself with the study of normal kidney function,
kidney problems, the treatment of kidney problems and renal
replacement therapy. Systemic conditions that affect the
kidneys (such as diabetes and autoimmune disease) and
systemic problems that occur as a result of kidney
problems(such as renal osteodystrophy and hypertension) are
also studied in nephrology. A physician who has undertaken
additional training to become an expert in nephrology may
call themselves a nephrologist or renal physician.
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3. Eligibility
The basic qualification needed to become a Nephrologists
is MBBS degree obtained from an Institute recognized by
Medical Council of India. The educational qualification
needed for the candidates to obtain MBBS degree is plus
two or equivalent with subjects Physics, Chemistry and
Biology.
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4. Job Prospects
Nephrologists work in hospitals, kidney and dialysis
centers, and general medical centers. Almost all hospitals
have Nephrology departments, one can work in a
hospital with a nephrology healthcare service facility. If
you have higher education and more experience in the
field, you can work as a consultant Nephrologists for
more than one hospital sharing working hours.
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5. The average pay for a Nephrology is Rs 30,00,000 -
40,00,000 P.A
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