Dr. Husam Al Saffar has a robust background in nephrology, having worked extensively in the field since qualifying as a doctor in 1969. His expertise covers a wide range of kidney diseases,

including dialysis and transplant preparation. He is also proficient in managing diabetes and its complications, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.

• Chronic kidney disease, including diabetic nephropathy
• Various types of glomerulonephritis
• Urinary tract infections
• Kidney stones management and prevention
• Polycystic kidney disease
• Gout and high uric acid
• Proteinuria assessment and management
• Immune-related kidney diseases (e.g., systemic lupus erythematosus, polyarteritis nodosa)
• Drug-related kidney diseases (acute or chronic)
• Urinary incontinence and frequency
• Hematuria
• Backache and abdominal pain

• Diagnosis and management of primary and secondary hypertension
• Investigation of complications such as kidney, heart, or vascular disease

• Diagnosis, management, and complication assessment (kidney, heart, peripheral arteries, liver, and nerves)
• Utilization of the latest medications for diabetes

• Investigation and treatment of high serum cholesterol, a risk factor for stroke, heart disease, and peripheral artery disease

• Diagnosis and management of risk factors (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, smoking, obesity, chronic kidney disease)
• Introduction of ABI testing for artery integrity and blood flow assessment

• Diagnosis and management of high uric acid, which can lead to kidney damage, arthritis, and peripheral vascular disease

• Comprehensive diagnosis and management, including history, physical examination, laboratory tests, and abdominal ultrasound

• Thorough evaluation and management of anemia types beyond iron deficiency

• Diagnosis and management of deficiencies, particularly vitamin D, vitamin B12, calcium, and magnesium

• Diagnosis and treatment of fatty liver associated with metabolic syndrome, obesity, diabetes, or alcoholism