Best Nephrologists in India
India is a hub for the highly qualified Best Nephrologists with extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating kidney-related disorders, including chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidney failure, glomerulonephritis, and nephrotic syndrome. Most nephrologists in India hold MD, DM (Nephrology), or DNB (Nephrology) degrees and have undergone advanced training in renal transplantation, dialysis procedures, and critical care nephrology.
Indian hospitals provide cost-effective and high-quality treatments, making them a preferred destination for international patients. Compared to Western countries, nephrologists in India offer world-class expertise at significantly lower costs, without compromising on patient care.
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Senior Consultant – Nephrology SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai, India Speaks English, Tamil- 15+ years of exp.
- 45k+ Consultations
Dr. Sachin Patil
Consultant - Nephrology Sahyadri Super Speciality Hospital, Deccan Gymkhana, Pune, India Speaks English, Hindi, Marathi- 20+ years of exp.
- 58k+ Consultations
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Dr. Salil Jain
Director - Nephrology Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurgaon, India Speaks English, Hindi- 26+ years of exp.
- 78k+ Consultations
Dr. Suman Lata
HOD Nephrology Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, Delhi, India Speaks English, Hindi- 20+ years of exp.
- 45k+ Consultations
Dr. Sunil Prakash
Director - Nephrology BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, Delhi, India Speaks Hindi, English- 41+ years of exp.
- 85k+ Consultations
Dr. Swati Bhardwaj
Principal Consultant - Pediatric Nephrology BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, Delhi, India Speaks English, Hindi- 10+ years of exp.
- 12k+ Consultations
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Dr. Tejendra Singh Chauhan
Additional Director - Nephrology Medanta- The Medicity, Gurugram, India Speaks Hindi, English- 15+ years of exp.
- 45k+ Consultations
Dr. Tirthankar Mohanty
Consultant - Nephrology Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, Delhi, India Speaks Hindi, English, Bengali- 5
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- 10+ years of exp.
- 28k+ Consultations
Dr. Vikram Kalra
Additional Director Nephrology Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi, India Speaks English, Hindi- 15+ years of exp.
Dr. Vishal Saxena
Senior Director - Nephrology BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, Delhi, India Speaks English, Hindi- 20+ years of exp.
- 34k+ Consultations
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A nephrologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing kidney diseases.
The most common kidney diseases treated by nephrologists in India include:
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Stones
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Glomerulonephritis
- Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
India offers a wide range of advanced diagnostic tests for kidney related conditions, including:
- Kidney Function Tests: Blood tests to measure creatinine, glomerular filtration rate (GFR), and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) to assess kidney health.
- Imaging Tests:
- Ultrasound: A test to examine kidney size, structure, and function.
- CT Scan: Detailed imaging to assess kidney stones or tumors.
- MRI: Provides high-resolution images of kidneys and surrounding tissues.
- Kidney Biopsy: A procedure where a small sample of kidney tissue is removed for examination conditions such as glomerulonephritis.
- Urine Tests: This test is done to check protein, blood, or abnormalities in the urine.
India offers cutting-edge treatments for chronic kidney disease (CKD) and renal failure are as follows:
- Dialysis Options:
- Hemodialysis: A procedure that filters waste and excess fluids from the blood when kidneys cannot do so.
- Peritoneal Dialysis: A less invasive option, using the lining of the abdomen to filter waste.
- Kidney Transplantation: A highly successful procedure in India, where a kidney is transplanted to replace the function of the failed kidney.
- Stem Cell Therapy: An emerging field, with clinical trials and research exploring the potential of stem cells to regenerate damaged kidney tissue and improve kidney function.
- Immunosuppressive Medications: To prevent the body from rejecting transplanted kidneys.
- Renal Care in Critical Illness: Nephrologists manage kidney failure in ICU settings, particularly in patients with multi-organ failure.
The non surgical treatment available for kidney stones and other urinary tract conditions are given below:
- Shockwave Lithotripsy
- Ureteroscopy
- Laser Lithotripsy
- Medical Management
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)










