Overview
The Organ Transplant Program at Sree Mookambika Institute of Medical Sciences (SMIMS) focuses on providing advanced and affordable transplant care with a strong emphasis on kidney transplantation. The program brings together a multidisciplinary team of nephrologists, transplant surgeons, anesthesiologists, intensivists, radiologists, pathologists, and transplant coordinators, ensuring comprehensive care throughout the transplant journey.
SMIMS achieved a major milestone by performing the first renal transplant in Kanyakumari district, establishing the institution as a key centre for advanced renal care in the region. The transplant program is designed to provide high-quality treatment while ensuring accessibility and affordability for patients.
Contact Information
Email id:
organtransplant@sreemookambikainstitute.com
Kidney Transplant Program
The Kidney Transplant Program at SMIMS offers life-saving treatment for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Transplantation is performed using live-related donor kidneys, following strict ethical guidelines and national transplant regulations.
The program includes comprehensive pre-transplant evaluation, safe surgical procedures, and long-term post-transplant care.
Key components of the program include:
- Detailed donor and recipient evaluation
- Advanced immunological testing and compatibility assessment
- Multidisciplinary pre-transplant counseling and preparation
- Live-related donor kidney transplantation
- Intensive post-transplant monitoring and follow-up care
The program is designed to ensure safe transplantation, optimal graft survival, and improved quality of life for patients with kidney failure.
Post-Transplant Care
Following transplantation, patients receive comprehensive long-term follow-up including:
- Monitoring of kidney function
- Immunosuppressive therapy management
- Infection prevention and monitoring
- Nutritional and lifestyle counseling
- Regular transplant clinic reviews
These services help ensure long-term graft survival and improved patient outcomes.
Commitment to Ethical and Safe Transplantation
All transplant procedures at SMIMS are conducted in strict accordance with the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (THOTA) and national regulatory guidelines. The institution maintains a strong commitment to ethical organ donation practices, patient safety, and transparent transplant processes.
