Dr. Zaheer Virani

Dr. Zaheer Virani is a Senior Consultant Nephrologist at Gleneagles Hospital in Mumbai, with over 21 years of dedicated experience in kidney disease management and transplantation. He holds an MBBS degree, an MD, and a DNB qualification, providing him with comprehensive medical and specialized training. His clinical expertise is grounded in managing the full spectrum of renal disorders, from acute presentations to complex chronic conditions.

Dr. Virani has performed more than 400 successful kidney transplants, including challenging cases such as ABO-incompatible, HIV-positive, Hepatitis B and C, and pediatric recipients—a testament to his surgical skill and clinical judgment. He is equally proficient in dialysis modalities, both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, as well as interventional nephrology techniques and renal replacement therapies. His training at the prestigious Bombay Hospital equipped him with critical care competencies, including management of acutely ill patients, mechanical ventilation, and insertion of central and arterial lines—skills that distinguish his comprehensive approach to nephrology.

Dr. Virani regularly treats international patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and SAARC countries, providing culturally sensitive and expert care in English and Hindi. Patients travel to Mumbai specifically for his transplant expertise and his compassionate approach to end-stage renal disease management. His commitment to advancing nephrology is reflected in peer-reviewed publications in respected journals such as the Indian Journal of Nephrology and Indian Journal of Transplant, alongside recognition from the Indian Society of Nephrology.

Gleneagles Hospital, where Dr. Virani practices, is a premier multi-specialty facility known for its advanced nephrology and transplant department, robust critical care infrastructure, and dedicated international patient services. The hospital maintains high standards of clinical care and is equipped with state-of-the-art dialysis units and transplant surgery facilities. For international patients seeking expert kidney care and transplant evaluation, Dr. Virani's combination of technical excellence, experience with complex cases, and international patient experience makes him an ideal choice.