Prof. Thomas Mathew M

Prof. Thomas Mathew M is a distinguished Senior Consultant in Nephrology at Baby Memorial Hospital, Calicut, with over 53 years of exemplary service in nephrology, dialysis innovation, and medical education. Trained under the legendary Prof. K.S. Chugh at PGIMER, Chandigarh, Prof. Mathew has been a pioneering force in the development of nephrology services across Kerala’s government medical institutions.

He is credited with initiating key innovations in dialysis protocols, advancing peritoneal dialysis and CAPD, and playing a leadership role in the formulation of renal transplant authorisation frameworks in the state. Renowned for his deep clinical insight and academic rigour, Prof. Mathew has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications and contributed to cornerstone medical textbooks. His accolades include the Kerala State Government’s Best Doctor Award, multiple Lifetime Achievement Awards, and oration honours. A visionary mentor and clinician, Prof. Mathew continues to shape the future of nephrology in India with unmatched commitment and compassion.

MBBS – Government Medical College, Calicut (1968)
MD (General Medicine) – Government Medical College, Trivandrum (1972)
DM (Nephrology) – PGIMER, Chandigarh (1974)
Fellowship – Indian Society of Nephrology (FISN) – Indian Society of Nephrology (1984)
Fellowship – Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) – Glasgow (2009)
FAGE – Fellow, Academy of General Education – Manipal
Fellowship in Dialysis & Transplantation – PGIMER, Chandigarh

Baby Memorial Hospital, Calicut – Senior Consultant, Nephrology – 1998 – Present
Government Medical College, Calicut – Professor & Head of Nephrology – 1989 – 1997
Government Medical College, Calicut – Associate Professor, Nephrology – 1981 – 1989
Government Medical College, Calicut – Assistant Professor, Nephrology – 1975 – 1981
PGIMER, Chandigarh – Registrar, Nephrology – 1972 – 1974

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and dialysis management
Tropical nephrology and renal pathology
Peritoneal dialysis and CAPD
Renal transplantation and immunosuppression
Diabetic nephropathy and systemic renal complications
Acute kidney injury and renal emergencies
Tropical nephrology
Dialysis innovations and programme development
Kidney transplant policy and clinical protocols
Renal histopathology and clinical research
Uraemic complications and metabolic nephrology

Kerala State Government’s Best Doctor Award – 1996
Good Service Entry – Government of Kerala – 1996
Lifetime Achievement Award – API Kerala Chapter – 2008
Scribner Award – Indian Society of Nephrology – 2010
Dr. P.A. Alexander Memorial Oration – IMA – 1999
Vocational Service Award – Rotary Club of Calicut – 1991
Academic Excellence Award – PGI Alumni Association – 1995
Khuller Oration – Indian Society of Nephrology – 1984
Sam G.P. Mosses Oration – Diabetic Association of India – 1987
Manava Seva Award – Mar Thoma Syrian Church – 2011
Lifetime Achievement Awards – Tamil Nadu Kidney Research Foundation & Madras Kidney Trust

Member, National Board of Specialities
Chairman, Board of Studies (PG) – University of Calicut (1992–95)
Dean, Faculty of Medicine – University of Calicut (1993–95)
Patron – Cadaver Transplant Programme, Kerala State (1999 onwards)

Over 100 papers published in peer-reviewed national and international journals
Research on renal pathology in Hansen’s disease, leptospirosis, tuberculosis, and snakebite
Studies on glomerular diseases, pregnancy-induced hypertension, and ARDS in Weil’s disease
Co-author – API Textbook of Medicine, Essentials of Nephrology, Asian Nephrology
Contributor to – Renal Diseases: Prevention and Management