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Prof (Dr) Thomas Mathew
Nephrology
Experience:
Location: Kannur
Introduction
Prof. Thomas Mathew M is a distinguished Senior Consultant in Nephrology at Baby Memorial Hospital, Calicut, with over 53 years of exemplary service in nephrology, dialysis innovation, and medical education. Trained under the legendary Prof. K.S. Chugh at PGIMER, Chandigarh, Prof. Mathew has been a pioneering force in the development of nephrology services across Kerala’s government medical institutions.
He is credited with initiating key innovations in dialysis protocols, advancing peritoneal dialysis and CAPD, and playing a leadership role in the formulation of renal transplant authorisation frameworks in the state. Renowned for his deep clinical insight and academic rigour, Prof. Mathew has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications and contributed to cornerstone medical textbooks. His accolades include the Kerala State Government’s Best Doctor Award, multiple Lifetime Achievement Awards, and oration honours. A visionary mentor and clinician, Prof. Mathew continues to shape the future of nephrology in India with unmatched commitment and compassion.
Nephrology
- MBBS – Government Medical College
- Calicut (1968) MD (General Medicine) – Government Medical College
- Trivandrum (1972) DM (Nephrology) – PGIMER
- Chandigarh (1974) Fellowship – Indian Society of Nephrology (FISN) – Indian Society of Nephrology (1984) Fellowship – Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) – Glasgow (2009) FAGE – Fellow
- Academy of General Education – Manipal Fellowship in Dialysis & Transplantation – PGIMER
- Chandigarh
- Senior Consultant
- Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and dialysis management Tropical nephrology and renal pathology Peritoneal dialysis and CAPD Renal transplantation and immunosuppression Diabetic nephropathy and systemic renal complications Acute kidney injury and renal emergencies Tropical nephrology Dialysis innovations and programme development
