Dr Rakesh Pandey

Dr Rakesh Pandey is a in General Physician - internal medicine and Nephrologist, dual FRACP, with clinical experience across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

He provides comprehensive inpatient medical care at Cairns Private Hospital, managing adult patients with acute and complex medical conditions. His expertise includes the assessment and treatment of renal disorders such as chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, electrolyte disturbances (including hyponatraemia and hyperkalaemia), resistant hypertension, diabetic kidney disease, and glomerular diseases.

In addition to subspecialty nephrology care, Dr Pandey offers general physician support for patients with multisystem illness, diagnostic uncertainty, or medical complications arising during surgical or procedural admissions. He works closely with admitting specialists, surgeons, and allied health teams to provide coordinated and efficient inpatient care.

Dr Pandey is committed to delivering clear, practical management plans, with an emphasis on timely communication, patient-centred care, and safe discharge planning. He liaises closely with general practitioners to ensure continuity of care following hospitalisation.

Inpatient services include:

• Acute medical management of hospitalised patients
• Renal consultation (AKI, CKD, electrolyte disorders)
• Perioperative and medical co-management of surgical patients
• Management of complex multisystem conditions
• Hypertension and fluid balance management
• Diagnostic evaluation of any presentation
• Dialysis-related care and advice
• Discharge planning and post-discharge follow-up recommendations

Referrers and colleagues can expect clear documentation, prompt communication of clinically significant findings, and a collaborative approach to patient care.