Dr. Tom Jose Kakkanattu

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Qualification / Education:

• MBBS: Government Medical College, Thrissur (Passed with distinction)
• MD (Internal Medicine): All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi (Ranked 4th in AIIMS PG entrance exam)
• DM (Nephrology): Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh

Overview:

Dr. Tom Jose Kakkanattu is an accomplished and highly skilled Nephrologist currently serving as Assistant Medical Director, Consultant Nephrologist, and Renal Transplant Physician at KIMS Sreechand Hospital. With extensive training and experience in nephrology, DrTom completed his DM in Nephrology from the prestigious Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh. Prior to this, he earned his MD in Internal Medicine from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, where he ranked 4th in the AIIMS PG entrance examination. His academic journey also includes a distinguished MBBS from the Government Medical College, Thrissur, where he passed with distinction.

Dr. Tom has a deep commitment to advancing his field, as evidenced by his involvement in multiple prestigious international conferences and his participation in the European Specialty Examination (conducted by Federation of the Royal College of Physicians of the United Kingdom and the European Renal Association - European Dialysis and Transplant Association (ERA-EDTA), where he passed with flying colors. He is also a member of the Royal College of Physicians-Glasgow (MRCP-UK). In addition, he has a proven track record of excellence in both clinical practice and academic achievements, having ranked 2nd in the PGIMER DM Nephrology entrance exam and receiving the Best Oral Presentation award at APICON 2018 in Bangalore.

With expertise in Interventional Nephrology, Kidney Transplantation, Critical Care Nephrology and managing complex cases of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), Tom offers a comprehensive approach to patient care. He has been involved in significant research, contributing to several publications in reputable journals such as Kidney International Reports and Nephrology (2019). His commitment to knowledge dissemination is further reflected in his active participation in global conferences, where he has been invited to present his research.

Dr. Tom's dedication to both patient care and the academic community makes him a leading figure in nephrology. His role as the Assistant Medical Director and Consultant in Nephrology at KIMS Sreechand Hospital allows him to guide clinical practices, mentor young nephrologists, and continue contributing to innovations in kidney care. His multidisciplinary approach, combined with his passion for education and research, ensures that his patients receive the best possible care.