For patients living with kidney failure, the choice between long-term dialysis and a kidney transplant can significantly affect their quality of life, independence and long-term health. While dialysis remains a critical, life-sustaining treatment, a successful kidney transplant, when medically appropriate, can offer greater freedom from regular dialysis and better long-term outcomes. However, the shortage of donor organs continues to leave thousands of patients waiting for a transplant in India.Kidney Transplant vs Dialysis: Why Organ Donation Matters More Than Ever (iStock)Tavishi Dogra is a Deputy Chief Content Producer, Health & Wellness, at Hindustan Times. She has over 9 years of experience writing about fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being, translating medical research and expert insights into practical advice readers can trust.
Career journey and experience
Tavishi began her health journalism journey in 2017, and has since reported for RSTV, Financial Express, Jagran, HT Media Labs and Zee. She joined Hindustan Times to simplify wellness subjects by cutting through jargon.
From decoding health trends and interviewing doctors to testing fitness routines herself, Tavishi always approaches content with one filter: “Will this help someone make a better decision today?”
