Nephrology & Renal Dialysis
OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT
The Nephrology/Renal Dialysis Department at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) provides specialized care for patients with kidney-related conditions, including the diagnosis, treatment, and management of kidney diseases. The department is dedicated to preserving kidney function, managing complications of kidney disorders, and providing advanced renal replacement therapies for patients with kidney failure.
The department provides comprehensive nephrology services through a multidisciplinary team approach involving nephrologists, dialysis nurses, nutritionists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals. With access to modern renal care facilities, the department offers renal dialysis services and supports patients with acute and chronic kidney conditions while ensuring safe, quality, and patient-centred care.
NAME OF HEAD OR AG. HEAD
Dr. Abdul-Jalil Inusah
TEAM MEMBERS
1. Dr. Pascal De Jesus Lopes Escudero
2. Dr. Prince Barimah Adutwum
3. Dr. Charlotte Osafo
4. Medical Officers
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
• General nephrology
• Acute kidney injury management
• Chronic kidney disease management
• Renal dialysis services
• Hypertension-related kidney disease
• Diabetic kidney disease
• Electrolyte and fluid disorders
• Kidney disease prevention and monitoring
• Renal replacement therapy
• Pre- and post-kidney transplant care
LIST OF SERVICES AVAILABLE AT UGMC
• Nephrology consultation and assessment
• Diagnosis and management of kidney diseases
• Management of acute kidney injury
• Management of chronic kidney disease
• Renal function monitoring
• Haemodialysis services
• Renal dialysis support and monitoring
• Management of fluid and electrolyte disorders
• Blood pressure management related to kidney disease
• Diabetes-related kidney disease management
• Kidney disease education and counselling
• Nutritional support for patients with kidney conditions
• Preparation and follow-up care for patients requiring renal replacement therapy
• Collaboration with the Urology/Kidney Transplant Department for transplant-related care
APPOINTMENT PROCEDURE
Appointments should be booked online at ugmedicalcentre.org or call 030255043–5.
WORKING HOURS
Mondays: 03:00PM – 05:00PM
Tuesdays: 02:00PM – 05:00PM
Wednesdays: 08:00AM – 12:00PM
CORPORATE EMAIL
info@ugmc.ug.edu.gh
DEPARTMENT MOBILE
0531103121
DEPARTMENT INTERCOM
13159