Dr Vidu Wijeratne
B.Med. MD. MMed (Clin Epi). FRACP
Dr Vidu is a nephrologist based in Gosford and Wyong, in NSW’s Central Coast. He is the Head of Department of Renal Medicine at Gosford Hospital, and holds admitting rights to Gosford Hospital, Wyong Hospital and Gosford Private Hospital, and cares for patients dialysing at Gosford Hospital, Gosford Satellite Unit, Long Jetty Dialysis Unit and Lake Haven Dialysis Unit.
About Me
Dr Vidu grew up in Sydney’s North West. He studied medicine at the University of New South Wales, and it was whilst he was completing his medical training in Sydney’s Concord Hospital that he discovered a passion for renal medicine, which would eventually determine his field of expertise. Dr Vidu furthered his studies and research skills with a Master of Medicine (Clinical Epidemiology) from the University of Sydney.
He believes that healthy kidneys keep your body in balance every day. It’s best to not wait for symptoms—prevention and early detection are key to lifelong kidney health.
Dr Vidu enjoys his role as Head of Department at Gosford Hospital, where he leads a dynamic team of nephrologists, nurses and allied health staff and oversees the care of renal patients district-wide, including a large cohort of dialysis and kidney transplant patients. He also works with the next generation of medical students by teaching renal medicine at the University of Newcastle Central Coast Clinical School. It's important work for Dr Vidu, who finds the act of giving back and being of service extremely rewarding.
His life outside of renal medicine involves being a part of his local community, as well as spending time with his wife and young son. When he has time away from work, he enjoys nothing more than watching cricket and exploring new technology.
Speciality Areas
Dr Vidu specialises in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of kidney-related disorders with a focus on clinical excellence and evidence-based care. He provides expert medical services across the spectrum of renal disease, including chronic kidney disease (CKD), acute kidney injury (AKI), hypertension, glomerular diseases, kidney stones, recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI), pre-eclampsia, dialysis, and kidney transplantation care.
He is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care that integrates the latest clinical guidelines and research-backed therapies. As director of Renal Research Gosford Pty Ltd, he is a principal investigator and co-investigator in over 20 studies, offering access to leading edge therapies for his patients. Whether managing early-stage kidney disease or coordinating complex dialysis and transplant care, his approach is rooted in precision medicine, rigorous monitoring, and proactive disease prevention.
He collaborates closely with primary care providers, physicians, surgeons, and transplant teams to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for every patient. He prioritises clear communication, clinical integrity, and long-term health outcomes—because kidney health is central to overall well-being.
Dr Vidu doesn’t just treat kidney disease—he partners with his patients to manage it effectively and improve quality of life.