Dr Raja Mahesh

Dr Raja Mahesh

Senior Consultant 

15 Years of Experience

Nephrologist

MBBS, MD, DM

Reg. No.:51974

Apollo Hospital Chennai, Greams Road

English, Tamil

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About Dr Raja Mahesh

Dr. Raja Mahesh is a Nephrologist in Chennai with over two decades of experience in diagnosing and managing kidney diseases across all stages. After completing advanced nephrology training, he has been actively involved in delivering high-quality renal care at leading tertiary institutions.

Currently practicing at Apollo Hospital Chennai, Dr. Raja Mahesh is widely trusted as an experienced Apollo Kidney Doctor in Chennai, handling both routine and high-risk renal cases with complex medical conditions. As a dedicated Kidney Specialist in Chennai, his work spans preventive nephrology, dialysis planning, and long-term renal replacement therapy. Strong Dr. Raja Mahesh reviews consistently reflect his ethical medical practice, clarity in communication, and reliable clinical outcomes.

Dr. Raja Mahesh’s Expertise and Specializations

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Management: Dr. Raja Mahesh provides comprehensive care for all stages of chronic kidney disease, focusing on early diagnosis, slowing disease progression, managing anemia and bone mineral disorders, and preserving kidney function through personalized treatment plans.
  • Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) & Critical Care Nephrology: As a senior Renal Doctor in Chennai, Dr. Raja Mahesh treats acute kidney injury caused by infections, dehydration, sepsis, drug toxicity, and post-operative complications, working closely with ICU teams for optimal recovery.
  • Dialysis Care & Renal Replacement Therapy: Dr. Raja Mahesh offers expert management of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, including dialysis initiation, access care, adequacy monitoring, and long-term dialysis optimization.
  • Kidney Transplant Evaluation & Post-Transplant Care: A trusted Apollo Kidney Doctor in Chennai, Dr. Raja Mahesh, plays an important role in kidney transplant programs by conducting pre-transplant assessments, managing immunosuppressive therapy, and ensuring long-term graft health.
  • Diabetic Nephropathy & Hypertensive Kidney Disease: He specializes in managing kidney damage related to diabetes and hypertension, emphasizing strict metabolic control, blood pressure regulation, and preventive strategies to delay disease progression.
  • Glomerular & Autoimmune Kidney Disorders: Dr. Raja Mahesh has extensive experience in treating glomerulonephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and autoimmune renal diseases using evidence-based protocols.
  • Electrolyte, Fluid & Acid–Base Disorders: He effectively manages complex electrolyte imbalances and acid-base disturbances commonly encountered in advanced kidney disease and critical care.
  • Preventive Nephrology & Kidney Health Counseling: Beyond treatment, Dr. Raja Mahesh focuses on patient education, dietary counseling, and lifestyle modification to promote long-term kidney health.

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Top Procedures and Estimated Costs Performed by Dr. Raja Mahesh

The following table provides indicative costs for procedures performed by Dr. Raja Mahesh, Nephrologist at Apollo Hospital, Chennai. Actual costs may vary based on clinical condition and hospital policies.

Procedure / Care Type

Cost in INR (Approx.)

Cost in USD (Approx.)

Hemodialysis (Per Session)

INR 2,500 – INR 5,000

USD 30 – USD 60

Peritoneal Dialysis (Monthly Care)

INR 18,000 – INR 35,000

USD 215 – USD 420

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) Management

INR 50,000 – INR 1,50,000

USD 600 – USD 1,800

Chronic Kidney Disease (Monthly)

INR 8,000 – INR 20,000

USD 95 – USD 240

Dialysis Access Evaluation

INR 15,000 – INR 40,000

USD 180 – USD 480

Kidney Biopsy

INR 25,000 – INR 60,000

USD 300 – USD 720

Pre-Kidney Transplant Evaluation

INR 60,000 – INR 1,20,000

USD 720 – USD 1,440

Post-Kidney Transplant Follow-Up

INR 25,000 – INR 50,000

USD 300 – USD 600

Hypertension-Related Kidney Care

INR 5,000 – INR 15,000

USD 60 – USD 180

Electrolyte Disorder Management

INR 10,000 – INR 30,000

USD 120 – USD 360

Note: Costs are indicative and subject to variation.

Some Noteworthy Patient Reviews of Dr. Raja Mahesh

Patient feedback and Dr. Raja Mahesh's reviews frequently highlight his professionalism, clarity in treatment planning, and compassionate care:

“Dr. Raja Mahesh explained my kidney condition clearly and helped me avoid disease progression.”

“One of the best Nephrologists in Chennai — calm, knowledgeable, and highly dependable.”

“A skilled Kidney Specialist in Chennai who genuinely prioritizes patient well-being.”

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OPD Schedule Of Dr Raja Mahesh

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Apollo First Med Hospitals, Kilpauk

Monday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Tuesday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Wednesday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Thursday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Friday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM

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Education

  • MBBS 
  • MD (General Medicine)
  • DM (Nephrology) 

Past Experience

  • Senior Consultant – Nephrology, Apollo Hospital Chennai (Current)
  • Consultant Nephrologist at leading tertiary care hospitals
  • Active involvement in dialysis and transplant programs

Awards

  • Awarded "Dr. LEELA KRISHNAMURTI MEMORIAL AWARD" for Undergraduates for the best paper “VARIATIONS IN THE ORIGIN AND COURSE OF MUSCULOCUTANEOUS NERVE IN THE ARM”, presented at a scientific session during the 22nd Annual Conference of the Association of?Anatomists, Tamil Nadu State, India in the year 1999
  • Selected as one among the top 10 candidates for the “ALL INDIA BEST ORTHOPEDIC RESIDENT AWARD” by Bombay Orthopaedic Society, India in 2009
  • Selected as a member of the INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION COMMITTEE of the North American Spine Society on 11th January 2014
  • Awarded a medal for ‘Youngest Spine surgeon to be certified by the American Spinal Injury Association’ in 2014
  • Selected as a Committee member of SPINE JOURNAL AND SPINE LINE EDITORIAL BOARD of the North American Spine Society on 11th January 2014
  • Selected as an Editorial Board member of the INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS on 20th March 2014
  • Awarded MEDAL OF EXCELLENCE for conducting live surgery on deformity correction of the spine, at Christian Doppler University Hospital - Salzburg, Austria in June 2015

Paper Published

  • He contributed to two chapters of the UK Renal Registry Report, based on the National Renal Review (1998), including “Trends in Adult Renal Replacement Therapy in the UK (1982–2002)”.
  • He authored a chapter on Diabetic Nephropathy for a textbook focused on Diabetic Retinopathy.
  • He served as a Clinical Research Fellow in Nephrology under Professor Feest at the UK Renal Registry, Bristol.
  • He coordinated the Bristol wing of a multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial evaluating atorvastatin in CAPD patients with dyslipidaemia.

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Field of Expertise

  • Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD)
  • Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
  • Dialysis
  • Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
  • Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)
  • Heminephrectomy
  • Hemodialysis
  • Holmium Laser Lithotripsy
  • Image-Guided Dialysis Catheter Insertion
  • Image-Guided Permcath Insertion
  • Image-Guided Permcath Removal
  • Interventional Nephrology
  • Kidney Stone Removal
  • Laparoscopic Kidney Surgery
  • Nephrectomy
  • PCNL With DJ Stenting
  • Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
  • Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)
  • Radical Nephrectomy
  • Renal Angiogram
  • Renal Artery Embolization
  • Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS)
  • Robotic Kidney Surgery
  • Robotic Kidney Transplant
  • Robotic Partial Nephrectomy
  • Robotic Radical Nephrectomy
  • Acute Kidney Failure
  • Anuria
  • Bartter Syndrome
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Chronic Renal Insufficiency
  • Duplex Kidney
  • End-Stage Renal (Kidney) Disease
  • Familial Hypophosphatemia
  • Fanconi Syndrome
  • Gitelman Syndrome
  • Glomerulonephritis (GN)
  • Hepatorenal Syndrome
  • Hereditary Nephritis
  • Hyperoxaluria
  • Interstitial Nephritis
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Kidney Cysts
  • Kidney Failure
  • Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Liddle Syndrome
  • Lipoid Nephrosis
  • Lowe Syndrome (Oculocerebrorenal Syndrome)
  • Medullary Cystic Disease
  • Medullary Sponge Kidney (MSK)
  • Membranous Nephropathy
  • Mesoblastic Nephroma
  • Metabolic Acidosis
  • Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney
  • Nephritis
  • Nephrocalcinosis
  • Nephrolithiasis
  • Nephropathy
  • Nephrosclerosis
  • Nephrotic Syndrome
  • Pediatric Kidney Failure
  • Perinephritis
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease
  • Pseudohypoaldosteronism
  • Renal Artery Aneurysm
  • Renal Artery Disease
  • Renal Cortical Necrosis
  • Renal Glycosuria
  • Renal Hypertension
  • Renal Osteodystrophy
  • Renal Papillary Necrosis
  • Renal Tuberculosis
  • Renal Tubular Acidosis
  • Uremia
  • Wolfram Syndrome
  • Zellweger Syndrome

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