Nephrology is a specialty of internal medicine that focuses on the treatment of diseases that affect the kidneys.
Below are the Nephrology Schools In Ghana
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital Accra,
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
University of Cape Coast
Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives
Ghana College of Physicians Surgeons
What are the symptoms of Nephrology?
Signs of Kidney Disease
You’re more tired, have less energy or are having trouble concentrating. …
You’re having trouble sleeping. …
You have dry and itchy skin. …
You feel the need to urinate more often. …
You see blood in your urine. …
Your urine is foamy. …
You’re experiencing persistent puffiness around your eyes.
When should a patient see a nephrologist?
Consultation and/or comanagement with a kidney disease care team is advisable for patients with stage 3 CKD (GFR, 30-59 mL/min/1.73 m2). All patients with a GFR of less than 30 mL/min per 1.73 m2 (stages 4-5) should be referred to a nephrologist.
What is difference between nephrologist and urologist?
While the nephrologist treats the kidney failure part, the urologist may operate or perform a procedure to remove the blockage.
Why is Nephrology so difficult?
Six main themes were identified as barriers to a career in nephrology: lack of exposure, lack of advances in the field, low monetary compensation, to complexity, lack of role models/mentors, and low prestige/non-competitive field.