Gorakhpur: In a major step toward strengthening specialized healthcare access in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Max Super Specialty Hospital, Lucknow has launched a dedicated kidney transplant OPD service in Gorakhpur. This initiative, launched in collaboration with Orchid Hospital, Taramandal, is aimed at reducing the travel burden for patients and bringing expert nephrology care to their doorstep.
The new OPD services were inaugurated in the presence of Dr. Venkatesh Thammishetti, Associate Director and Senior Nephrologist at Max Hospital, Lucknow. As part of this collaboration, Dr. Venkatesh will conduct consultations on the fourth Saturday of every month, between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM, at Orchid Hospital, Gorakhpur.
Bringing Expert Kidney Care to Eastern UP
The OPD is designed to provide pre-transplant evaluations, post-operative consultations, chronic kidney disease (CKD) management, and other related services—without the need for patients to travel to metropolitan cities. This is especially significant for patients from Gorakhpur and nearby regions, where access to specialized nephrology care has been limited.
Dr. Venkatesh Thammishetti, speaking at the launch, said:
“The goal of this OPD is to bring expert-level kidney transplant care closer to home. Early diagnosis and consistent follow-up are key to managing CKD and ensuring the success of transplants. This initiative will help streamline both pre- and post-transplant processes, while offering high-quality, personalized care locally.”
Lifestyle Advice for Kidney Health
Dr. Venkatesh also emphasized the importance of lifestyle changes in kidney disease prevention:
“Simple habits like maintaining a balanced diet, reducing salt and sugar intake, and engaging in regular exercise go a long way in preserving kidney function and preventing disease progression.”
Strengthening Healthcare Accessibility
Max Hospital, Lucknow, is a nationally recognized center for complex kidney transplants, offering state-of-the-art infrastructure, a multidisciplinary transplant team, and long-term patient support. This new outreach service in Gorakhpur is part of Max’s ongoing commitment to decentralize super-specialty services and make them available to patients in tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
As chronic kidney diseases become more prevalent due to rising cases of diabetes and hypertension, timely access to nephrology expertise is essential. This monthly OPD initiative ensures that patients receive specialist-driven, high-quality care without facing the logistical and financial hurdles of traveling long distances.
A Patient-Centric Approach
With this strategic launch, Max Hospital reinforces its mission to deliver accessible, affordable, and advanced healthcare across regions. The collaboration with Orchid Hospital in Gorakhpur is a vital step in addressing the healthcare disparity faced by kidney patients in smaller cities.
By reaching patients where they are, Max Hospital continues to set new benchmarks in patient-centric care, expanding its footprint to serve the growing need for specialized medical services in India’s heartland.
