
Dr. Tarun Kumar Saha
Senior Consultant — Nephrology and Transplant Physician
Nephrologist and Transplant Physician
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About Dr. Tarun Kumar Saha
Dr. Tarun Kumar Saha is a Senior Consultant Nephrologist and Transplant Physician at Yashoda Hospital, Somajiguda, Hyderabad, with over 32 years of clinical experience in comprehensive kidney disease management. He holds postgraduate qualifications including MD and MS, and has developed deep expertise across general nephrology, preventive kidney care, dialysis management, and kidney transplantation. His clinical foundation rests on evidence-based practice and continuous engagement with the global nephrology community.
Dr. Saha's clinical practice spans the full spectrum of kidney transplantation modalities, including living donor, deceased donor, ABO-incompatible, and swap kidney procedures, as well as simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplantation. He brings particular proficiency in managing diabetic kidney disease, a leading cause of kidney failure in his patient population, and has special expertise in marginal deceased donor transplantation and post-transplant graft surveillance. His dialysis practice encompasses both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis protocols, tailored to individual patient needs and lifestyle considerations.
International patients—from the Gulf region, East Africa, and South Asia—seek Dr. Saha's care for complex kidney cases and transplant evaluation. He manages patients across all stages of chronic kidney disease, from early detection and progression prevention to advanced renal replacement therapy and transplant candidacy assessment. His fluency in English, Hindi, and Telugu, combined with Yashoda Hospital's international patient support, ensures smooth coordination for overseas families.
Yashoda Hospital, Somajiguda, is a NABH-accredited tertiary care facility equipped with a dedicated nephrology unit, modern dialysis infrastructure, and dedicated transplant surgical support. The hospital's robust infrastructure and international patient liaison team make it an accessible destination for kidney disease evaluation and treatment. Dr. Saha's practice reflects the hospital's commitment to combining contemporary transplant immunology, personalized graft management, and compassionate long-term follow-up—qualities particularly valued by international patients seeking continuity of care.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Tarun Kumar Saha
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Glomerulonephritis
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Kidney Transplant Rejection
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Kidney Disease
- Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Nephritis
- IgA Nephropathy
- Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis
Areas of Interest
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Dialysis and Hemodialysis
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Kidney Transplantation
- Pre-Kidney Transplant Evaluation
- Post-Kidney Transplant Follow-up
- Kidney Graft Dysfunction Management
- Glomerulonephritis Treatment
- ABO-Incompatible Transplantation
- Deceased Donor Kidney Transplantation
Qualifications
- MBBS —
- MD —
- MS —
Work Experience
- Senior Consultant — Nephrology and Transplant Physician, Yashoda Hospital, Somajiguda, Hyderabad
- Life Member, International Society of Nephrology (ISN)
- Life Member, Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT)
- Life Member, Association of Physicians of India (API)
Certifications (4)
MBBS
MD
MS
Dronacharya Award
IHW Council — 2021
Memberships (6)
- Life Member, International Society of Nephrology (ISN)
- Life Member, Association of Physicians of India (API)
- Life Member, Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT)
- Life Member, Peritoneal Dialysis Society India (PDSI)
- Life Member, Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Life Member, International Society for Hemodialysis (ISHD)
Research Papers & Publications (5)
ABO-Incompatible Kidney Transplantation: Outcomes and Long-Term Graft Survival
Indian Journal of Transplantation —
Marginal Donor Kidney Utilization in Developing Healthcare Settings
Transplantation Proceedings —
Diabetic Nephropathy Management and Transplant Outcomes in Indian Cohorts
Clinical Nephrology —
Post-Transplant Graft Function Surveillance Using Novel Biomarkers
Journal of Nephrology —
Peritoneal Dialysis as First-Line Renal Replacement Therapy: Clinical Outcomes
Peritoneal Dialysis International —
Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
International patients can reach out through Gaf Healthcare's dedicated international patient line via WhatsApp, email, or phone. A preliminary consultation can be arranged via video call, during which Dr. Saha reviews your medical reports and kidney function tests. Gaf Healthcare's team will coordinate documentation, travel logistics, and hospital admission. A consultation fee of USD 95 typically applies for initial video consultations.
