Kidney Transplant & Dialysis Care for Patients from Patiala

Introduction

Patiala's relative proximity to Chandigarh/Mohali — around 65 km, roughly a 90-minute drive — makes it
practical for patients to access specialist nephrology and urology care without a major travel commitment,
including for regular dialysis or post-transplant follow-up.

Kidney Transplant Chandigarh at IVY Hospital, Mohali, is a convenient specialist option for Patiala-based
patients and their families.

Why Patients From Patiala Choose Us

The relatively short distance makes it realistic for Patiala patients to consider hemodialysis at our centre, or to attend more frequent follow-up visits after transplant, compared with patients travelling from further parts of Punjab.

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1000+ successful kidney transplants, 200,000+ dialysis sessions, and 50+ ABO-incompatible transplants to date.
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Treatment led by Dr. Avinash Srivastava (MBBS, MS, MCh – Urology, Director of Urology & Renal Transplant Surgery, trained at SGPGIMS Lucknow) and Dr. Raka Kaushal (MBBS, MD, DM – Nephrology, Director of Nephrology & Renal Transplant Physician, trained at SGPGIMS Lucknow).

Treatment Focus for Patiala Patients

Patiala referrals often include routine kidney health screening, dialysis initiation, and transplant evaluation for
patients wanting to stay closer to home during treatment.

Patient Journey & Travel Guidance

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Approximate distance from Patiala: ~65 km / ~90-minute drive to Mohali.

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Given the shorter distance, initial consultation and follow-up visits are generally easier to schedule flexibly.

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Transplant candidates go through the same structured donor evaluation and workup process as other regional patients.

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Regular dialysis patients from Patiala may find it practical to attend sessions at our centre given the manageable commute.

Patient Experience

A local Patiala patient testimonial will be added here once available and consented.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Mohali from Patiala?
Approximately 65 km, around a 90-minute drive by road.
Is it practical to travel from Patiala for regular dialysis sessions?
Given the relatively short distance, some Patiala patients do choose to attend hemodialysis sessions here —
suitability depends on individual circumstances and is discussed during consultation.
Do you treat kidney stones as well as kidney disease?
Yes, our urology team treats kidney stones and other urological conditions alongside our core nephrology and
transplant services.

Patiala patients can schedule a consultation for kidney health screening, dialysis, or transplant evaluation.

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