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Dr. Rajeev Annigeri is a highly respected Nephrologist based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with an impressive 23 years of experience in the field. He holds multiple esteemed qualifications, including MBBS, MD, DNB, and FCN, which attest to his extensive education and expertise in nephrology. Driven by a commitment to providing excellent patient care, Dr. Annigeri is dedicated to diagnosing and treating a range of kidney-related conditions, from chronic kidney disease to diabetes-related complications. He is fluent in several languages including English, Hindi, Kannada, and Tamil, enabling him to effectively communicate with a diverse patient population. Dr. Annigeri has been recognized for his contributions to the field, being awarded the prestigious International Society of Peritoneal Dialysis Fellowship. As part of the Apollo healthcare network, he utilizes the latest advancements in nephrology to ensure patients receive comprehensive and individualized care. His approachable demeanor and patient-centric approach make him a trusted physician for those seeking specialized treatment for renal health issues.
Experience
- Teaching , ST John’s Medical college, Bangalore
- Clinical Fellowship (2yrs) at University Health Network, Toronoto, Canada
- Working in Apollo Hospitals since last Assignment
Academic experience and positions held:
- Nephrology Consultant, DNB training teacher: Apollo Hospitals, Chennai (February 2002 till date).
- Assistant Professor of Nephrology, St. John’s Medical College Hospital, Bangalore (January 1997 to December 1999)
Awards
- Part of the team conducting clinical study" A comparison study of acute febrile illness with thrombocytopenia treated with steroid and without steroids” at JSS Hospital, Mysore during 2010-11.
- Part of the organizing committee for the State conference for Medicine
Research and Publication
Research / Publications:
- Annigeri RA, Prakash GK, Balasubramaniyam R, Balasubramaniam S, Prakash KC, Kavitha MK. 'O' set connector system in CAPD.J Assoc Physicians India 1996 Sep; 44(9):602-5
- Prakash KC, Annigeri R. The PET: comparison of high, high-average and low, low-average PET in Indian CAPD. Perit Dial Int 1995 Oct-Dec;15(8):388-9
- Prakashan KP, Annigeri RA, Chu M, Bargman JM, Vas SI, Oreopoulos DG. Local application of mupirocin at the exit-site prevents early post-operative infections and should become standard practice. Perit Dial Int 2001; 21(5): 526-7.
- Annigeri RA, Conly J, Vas SI, Dedier H, Prakashan KP, Bargman JM et al. Emergence of mupirocin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in chronic peritoneal dialysis patients using mupirocin prophylaxis to prevent exit-site infection. Perit Dial Int 2001; 21(6): 554-9.
- Annigeri RA, Ganesan VM. The syndrome of Inappropriate Secretion of Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH) and Neurological Crisis due to Acute Intermittent Porphyria Successfully Treated with Haemodialysis. J Assoc Phys India 2007; 55(9): 667-69.
- Sanjay S, Annigeri RA, R Gopalakrishnan. Refractory Hyperkalemia Due to Trimethoprim, Successfully Treated with Fludrocortisone. J Assoc Phys India 2007; 55(1): 74-75.
- Sanjay S, Annigeri RA, Rajagopalan S, Subba Rao B, Prakash KC, Mani MK. The comparison of the diuretic and natriuretic efficacy of continuous and bolus furosemide in patients with chronic kidney disease. Nephrology 2008; 13: 247-250.
- Srinivas S, Annigeri RA, Mani MK, Subba Rao B, Prakash KC, Rajagopalan S. Estimation of glomerular filtration rate in South Asian healthy adult kidney donors. Nephrology 2008; Oct;13(5):440-6.
- Ganesan MV, Annigeri RA, Shankar B, Rao BS, Prakash KC, Seshadri R, Mani MK. The protein equivalent of nitrogen appearance in critically ill acute renal failure patients undergoing continuous renal replacement therapy. J Ren Nutr 2009; Mar;19(2):161-6.
- Annigeri RA, Mani MK. Response to comments (Letter to the editor). Nephrology 2009. April; 14(3): 361-62.
- Annigeri RA. Medical therapy is best for atherosclerotic renal artery stenosis: Argument for. Indian J Nephrology 2012; 22:1-4.
- Limesh M, Annigeri RA, Mani MK et al. Retarding the progression of CKD in developing countries. Indian J Nephrology 2012; 22(2): 108-15.
- Annigeri R A. Urinary Biomarkers in acute kidney injury. Apollo Medicine 2013; 10(1): 30-40.
- Nayak R, Annigeri R A, Vadamalai V et al. Accuracy of spot urine protein creatinine ratio in measuring proteinuria in chronic kidney disease stage 3 and 4. Indian Journal of Nephrology 2013; 23(6): 428-33.
- Reddy P N, Ravi K P, Annigeri R et al. Epidemiology, outcomes and validation of RIFLE and AKIN criteria in acute kidney injury (AKI) in critically ill patients: Indian perspective. Renal Failure 2014; Jul; 36(6):831-7.
- Annigeri R A, Mani R M. Acute interstitial nephritis due to statin and its class effect. Indian journal of Nephrology 2015; 25 (1): 54-6.
- Annigeri R A, Parameswaran A. Mucormycosis presenting as acute bilateral renal artery thrombosis in a healthy individual. J Assoc Physician of India 2015; 63(4): 65-7.
- Nithyashree N, Rajagopalan S, Annigeri R A, Mani R. Immunoglobulin G4 related tubulointerstitial nephritis. Indian J Nephrol 2015; 25:303-6.
- Mahajan SA, Nandagopal Soni M, Annigeri RA. Rituximab: A viable treatment option for epoetin-induced pure red cell aplasia. Indian J Nephrol 2015;25: 366-9.
- N. M. Nayak, S. Madhumitha, R. A. Annigeri, R. Venkataraman, et al. Clinical utility of urine neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin measured at admission to predict outcomes in heterogeneous population of critically ill patients. Indian J Nephrol 2016;26(2):119-24.
- Annigeri RA, Nandeesh V, Karuniya R, Rajalakshmi S, Venkataraman R, Ramakrishnan N. Impact of dialysis practice patterns on outcomes in acute kidney injury in Intensive Care Unit. Indian J Crit Care Med 2016; 20:14-20.
- Annigeri RA, Rajagopalan M, Mani RM, Kaveripattu SS. Cytomegalovirus infection inducing flare of Behcet’s disease with possible recurrence of glomerulonephritis after renal transplantation. Indian J Nephrol 2016; 26:45-8.
- Kirushnan BB, Rao BS, Annigeri R, Balasubramanian S, et al. Impact of Malnutrition, Inflammation, and Atherosclerosis on the Outcome in Hemodialysis Patients. Indian J Nephrol. 2017 Jul-Aug;27(4):277-283.
- Annigeri R A, Ostermann M, Tolwani A et al. Renal Support for Acute Kidney Injury in the Developing World. Kidney International Reports, Volume 2, Issue 4, 559-578.
- Shah S, Jacob SS, Mani R, Parameswaran A, Kumar S, Annigeri RA, Mahesh R, Uppuluri R. Renal Microsporidiosis in Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Recipients: A Case Series. Turk Patoloji Derg. 2018 Apr 9. doi: 10.5146/tjpath.2017.01416.
- Manan Doshi, Rajeev A Annigeri, Prakash C Kowdle, Budithi Subba Rao, Mahendran Varman; Membranous nephropathy due to chronic mercury poisoning from traditional Indian medicines: report of five cases, Clinical Kidney Journal, sfy031,
- Patel HV, Annigeri RA, Kowdle PC, et al. Bioimpedance Spectroscopy-Guided Ultrafiltration Normalizes Hydration and Reduces Intradialytic Adverse Events in Hemodialysis Patients. Indian J Nephrol. 2019;29(1):1-7.
Special Interests
Area of clinical and research interest:
- Acute kidney injury, progression of CKD, nutrition in renal disease.
List of Treatments
- Acute Kidney Disease Aki Treatment
- Nephrotic Syndrome Treatment
- Chronic Kidney Disease Ckd Treatment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Rajeev Annigeri practice?
Dr. Rajeev Annigeri currently practices at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, located in Chennai.
Who is Dr. Rajeev Annigeri?
Dr. Rajeev Annigeri is a highly experienced Nephrologist with over 23 years of expertise in the field. He is known for providing exceptional patient care and advanced medical treatments. He areas of expertise include Acute Kidney Disease Aki Treatment, Nephrotic Syndrome Treatment. He also treats conditions such as Nephrotic syndrome, Polycystic kidney disease.
Why do patients choose Dr. Rajeev Annigeri?
Patients trust Dr. Rajeev Annigeri for he expertise, patient-centric approach, and commitment to providing the highest standard of care. He is well-versed in the latest medical advancements and ensures personalized treatment for every patient.
What is Dr. Rajeev Annigeri’s specialization?
Dr. Rajeev Annigeri specializes in Nephrology, with expertise in treatments for Acute Kidney Disease Aki Treatment, Nephrotic Syndrome Treatment.
What are Dr. Rajeev Annigeri’s medical qualifications?
Dr. Rajeev Annigeri holds prestigious qualifications, including MBBS, MD, DNB, FCN (Toronto, Canada).
How many years of experience does Dr. Rajeev Annigeri have?
Dr. Rajeev Annigeri has over 23 years of experience in the medical field, treating various conditions related to Nephrology.
How can I book an appointment with Dr. Rajeev Annigeri?
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