Best Nephrologists for Pediatric Nephrology Treatment in India

This page lists 28 pediatric nephrology treatment doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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This page lists 28 pediatric nephrology treatment doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Pediatric Nephrology Treatment doctors in India

This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.

Pediatric Nephrology Treatment doctors

Dr. Anil Kumar Gulia Featured

Dr. Anil Kumar Gulia

MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Urology)
Director – Urology and Kidney Transplant · Specialty: Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon
Fortis Escorts Kidney and Urology Institute New Delhi, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 15+ years of experience in Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon
  • Director – Urology and Kidney Transplant, Fortis Escorts Kidney and Urology Institute, New Delhi (Present)
  • Director & HOD – Department of Urology & Kidney Transplant, VPS Rockland Hospitals, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
  • Kidney Transplantation (Living and Deceased Donor)
  • ABO Incompatible Kidney Transplant
  • Swap / Paired Kidney Exchange Transplant
  • Pediatric Kidney Transplant
  • Triple and Quadruple Vessel Kidney Transplant
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Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Kidney and Urology InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Abhinandan Mukhopadhyay

MCh, MS, MBBS
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 18+ years of experience in Urologist
  • Senior Consultant, Urology and Kidney Transplant Program, Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon — Present
  • Consultant Urologist, Max Smart Superspeciality Hospital, Delhi — Former
Expertise & Procedures
  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
  • Robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy
  • Robotic-assisted radical nephrectomy
  • Radical cystoprostatectomy with ileal conduit
  • Urethral reconstruction and urethroplasty
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Urologist Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Artemis HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Anoop M Gowda

MBBS, MD, DNB, Transplant Physician Certification
Senior Consultant Nephrologist — Transplant Physician · Specialty: Nephrologist & Transplant Physician
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 22+ years of experience in Nephrologist & Transplant Physician
  • Senior Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician – Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru (Bannerghatta Road), Present
  • Clinical expertise spanning over 22 years in nephrology, transplant medicine, and critical care
Expertise & Procedures
  • Kidney Transplantation and Post-Transplant Management
  • Hemodialysis Access Creation and Maintenance
  • Dialysis Catheter Placement and Removal
  • Kidney Biopsy (Percutaneous and Open)
  • Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
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Nephrologist & Transplant Physician Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Anuj Kumar

M.Ch., M.S., MBBS
Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Medanta - The Medicity Gurgaon, India13+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 13+ years of experience in Urologist
  • Consultant Urologist, Medanta - The Medicity, Gurgaon, Present
  • Urology Surgeon, Kailash Hospital, Rajasthan
Expertise & Procedures
  • Kidney transplant surgery
  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
  • Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS)
  • Ureteroscopy and stone extraction
  • Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
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Urologist Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Anupam Kumar Sharma

MBBS, MS, DNB
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital Delhi, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 20+ years of experience in Urologist
  • Senior Consultant, Urology — Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi — Present
  • Consultant Urologist — Delhi-based multi-specialty hospital — 15+ years (until joining Apollo)
Expertise & Procedures
  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
  • Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS)
  • Flexible ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy
  • Laser-assisted prostate surgery (HoLEP, ThuLEP)
  • Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
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Urologist Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Deepak Raghavan

MBBS, DNB (Urology), MRCS
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road Chennai, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 20+ years of experience in Urologist
  • Senior Consultant — Urology, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai — Present
  • Over 20 years of clinical experience in urological surgery and medical management across both government and private healthcare settings
Expertise & Procedures
  • Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
  • Ureteroscopy and laser stone fragmentation
  • Kidney transplant surgery
  • Laser prostate surgery
  • Urethroplasty
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Urologist Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Greams RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Dileep M

MBBS, MS, MCh
Consultant Urologist — Minimal Invasive, Robotic Surgery & Renal Transplant Specialist · Specialty: Urologist
Medicover Hospital, Bangalore Bengaluru, India17+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 17+ years of experience in Urologist
  • Consultant Urologist, Medicover Hospital, Bengaluru — Present
  • Former Consultant, Vydehi Super Speciality Hospital, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru
Expertise & Procedures
  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
  • Retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS)
  • Robotic-assisted prostatectomy
  • Laser prostate surgery (HoLEP)
  • Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
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Urologist Experience: 17+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, BangaloreHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
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Dr. Dilip M Babu

MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Nephrology)
Senior Consultant — Nephrology · Specialty: Nephrologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda Hyderabad, India24+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 24+ years of experience in Nephrologist
  • Senior Consultant, Nephrology — Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda, Hyderabad — Present
  • Member, Indian Society of Nephrology
Expertise & Procedures
  • Hemodialysis Initiation and Management
  • Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Placement
  • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation and Assessment
  • Kidney Transplant Evaluation and Pre-Transplant Counseling
  • Post-Transplant Nephrology Follow-up
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Nephrologist Experience: 24+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, SomajigudaHospital accreditation: NABH
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Dr. Duraisamy S

MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Urology)
Consultant Urologist · Specialty: Urologist
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road Chennai, India38+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 38+ years of experience in Urologist
  • Consultant Urologist, Apollo Hospitals Greams Road, Chennai — Present
  • 38+ years of clinical practice in urology and complex urological reconstruction
Expertise & Procedures
  • Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
  • Ureteroscopy (URS) with Laser
  • Kidney Transplant Surgery
  • Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP)
  • Laser Prostate Surgery
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Urologist Experience: 38+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Greams RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Gaurav Kataria

MCh, MS, MBBS
Senior Consultant — Urology · Specialty: Urologist
Paras Hospitals Gurgaon, India23+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 23+ years of experience in Urologist
  • Senior Consultant, Urology — Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon (Present)
  • Advanced training in robotic urological surgery with certification
Expertise & Procedures
  • Radical prostatectomy
  • Robotic-assisted prostate cancer surgery
  • Radical cystectomy for bladder cancer
  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for kidney stones
  • Laser prostate surgery
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Urologist Experience: 23+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Paras HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL

Hospitals where these doctors practise

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute🇮🇳 New Delhi, India
Starting from$1,500

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute

Est. 1988
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pediatric Nephrology TreatmentCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Pediatric Nephrology Treatment
4.5
24 reviews
310+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Anil Kumar GuliaDr. Pankaj Panwar
Artemis Hospital🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India
Starting from$1,500

Artemis Hospital

Est. 2007
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pediatric Nephrology TreatmentCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Pediatric Nephrology Treatment
4.9
64 reviews
750+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Abhinandan Mukhopadhyay
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road🇮🇳 Bangalore, India
Starting from$1,500

Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road

Est. 2007
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pediatric Nephrology TreatmentCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
3+
Doctors for Pediatric Nephrology Treatment
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Anoop M GowdaDr. Manohar TDr. Sriharsha Ajjur
Medanta - The Medicity🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India
Starting from$1,500

Medanta - The Medicity

Est. 2009
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pediatric Nephrology TreatmentCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Pediatric Nephrology Treatment
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Anuj Kumar
Apollo Hospitals🇮🇳 New Delhi, India
Starting from$1,500

Apollo Hospitals

Est. 1983
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pediatric Nephrology TreatmentCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
4+
Doctors for Pediatric Nephrology Treatment
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Anupam Kumar SharmaDr. S K PalDr. Sandeep Guleria
+1 more
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road🇮🇳 Chennai, India
Starting from$1,500

Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road

Est. 1983
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Pediatric Nephrology TreatmentCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Pediatric Nephrology Treatment
4.7
125 reviews
560+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Deepak RaghavanDr. Duraisamy S
Medicover Hospital Hitec City🇮🇳 Hitec City, Hyderabad, India
Starting from$1,500

Medicover Hospital Hitec City

Est. 2011
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABLNational Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Pediatric Nephrology TreatmentCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
4+
Doctors for Pediatric Nephrology Treatment
4.3
95 reviews
250+
Beds
15+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Dileep MDr. Madhav DesaiDr. Penmetsa Vijay Varma
+1 more
Paras Hospitals🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India
Starting from$1,500

Paras Hospitals

Est. 2006
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABLNational Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Pediatric Nephrology TreatmentCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Pediatric Nephrology Treatment
4.4
59 reviews
300+
Beds
20+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Gaurav KatariaDr. P N Gupta
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, India
Starting from$1,500

Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)

Est. 1996
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation
Pediatric Nephrology TreatmentLiver TransplantCardiac SurgeryOrthopedics
2+
Doctors for Pediatric Nephrology Treatment
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Karthik V CDr. Lokesh Sinha

Why consider treatment in India?

Many international patients consider India for pediatric kidney disorders treatment for several reasons, including:

More affordable estimates

Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.

Internationally accredited hospitals

Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.

Experienced specialists

Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.

Care coordination support

A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.

About the Procedure

What is Pediatric Nephrology Treatment?

Pediatric Nephrology Treatment addresses kidney and urinary tract disorders in infants, children, and adolescents, ranging from nephrotic syndrome and urinary tract infections to congenital anomalies, chronic kidney disease, and kidney failure requiring dialysis or transplantation. Leading Indian hospitals offer dedicated pediatric nephrology units with child-specific diagnostics, medical management, dialysis support, and transplant programs. Early, specialized care helps preserve kidney function, support normal growth, and improve long-term outcomes for children with renal disorders.

Who may be considered?

Pediatric Nephrology Treatment may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.

How does it work?

Full pediatric nephrology evaluation and medication-based management for conditions such as nephrotic syndrome, recurrent UTIs, hypertension, or early chronic kidney disease.

3 approaches available for this procedure:

Comprehensive Diagnostic Workup & Medical Management

Most Common

Full pediatric nephrology evaluation and medication-based management for conditions such as nephrotic syndrome, recurrent UTIs, hypertension, or early chronic kidney disease.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $200 - $800

Urinalysis and urine culture, CBC, renal function tests (creatinine, urea), serum electrolytes, ultrasound KUB, 24-hour urine protein, blood pressure monitoring

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $1,500 - $4,000

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~2-3 days
Hospitalisation: ~5-7 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~14 days recommended
Total stay: approx 21 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • Pediatric nephrologist consultations
  • Inpatient monitoring and medication administration
  • Dietician and growth assessment
  • Nursing care in pediatric ward
  • Follow-up review before discharge

Usually Not Included

  • Long-term medications after discharge
  • Travel and accommodation for family
  • Genetic testing if required
  • Visa and international travel costs

Recovery and follow-up

Recovery depends on the specific treatment, ranging from a few days of monitoring after medical management or biopsy to several weeks of close follow-up after transplantation, including regular blood tests and dose adjustments. Long-term follow-up with a pediatric nephrologist is essential to monitor kidney function and growth.

Risks

Potential risks include infection, bleeding, medication side effects, and in transplant cases, organ rejection or surgical complications; the pediatric care team closely monitors and manages these risks throughout treatment.

Alternatives

Depending on severity, alternatives may include conservative dietary and medical management, peritoneal or hemodialysis for kidney failure, or continued monitoring for early-stage conditions before considering biopsy or transplantation.

What we need to prepare a formal estimate

Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.

Reports required

  • Recent renal function tests (creatinine, urea, eGFR)
  • Urinalysis and 24-hour urine protein report
  • Ultrasound KUB or renal imaging reports
  • Previous kidney biopsy report, if available
  • Growth chart and pediatric weight/height records
  • Blood pressure monitoring history
  • Current medication list with dosages
  • Genetic or immunology test reports, if performed

Patient information needed

  • Child's age, weight, and current diagnosis
  • Duration and progression of kidney symptoms
  • History of dialysis, if applicable
  • Family history of kidney disease
  • Vaccination records
  • Known allergies or drug reactions
  • Nutritional and growth status
  • Details of any previous kidney-related surgery or biopsy

Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.

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How this directory is built

Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Pediatric Nephrology Treatment) and procedure (Pediatric Nephrology Treatment) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.

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Common questions

FAQs about Pediatric Nephrology Treatment in India

What is Pediatric Kidney Disorders?
Pediatric kidney disorders are a diverse group of conditions that affect how a child's kidneys filter blood, regulate fluids and electrolytes, and remove waste — ranging from structural abnormalities present at birth to acquired inflammatory or hereditary diseases that can emerge at any age during childhood.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Pediatric Kidney Disorders?
Children may present with swelling around the eyes or in the legs and feet (oedema), foamy or blood-tinged urine, reduced urine output, high blood pressure, fatigue, poor growth, recurrent urinary tract infections, or unexplained anaemia. In some hereditary conditions, hearing loss or eye abnormalities may also be present alongside kidney findings. It is important to note that these signs can overlap with many other conditions, and symptoms alone are not sufficient to establish a diagnosis or determine the specific type of kidney disorder involved.
How is Pediatric Kidney Disorders diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically begins with a detailed medical and family history — since many kidney conditions in children have a genetic component — followed by physical examination and targeted investigations. Key investigations include urinalysis (looking for protein, blood, and casts), serum creatinine, estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), electrolytes, complement levels, and autoimmune markers where relevant; renal ultrasound or other imaging is used to assess kidney size, structure, and urinary tract anatomy. In selected cases, a kidney biopsy may be necessary to confirm the histological diagnosis and guide treatment, particularly in nephrotic or nephritic syndrome where the specific pattern of injury influences management decisions.
How is Pediatric Kidney Disorders treated?
Treatment varies considerably depending on the underlying diagnosis, severity, and the child's age, growth trajectory, and overall health. Mild or early-stage conditions may be managed conservatively with close monitoring, dietary adjustments, blood pressure control, and medications such as ACE inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers to reduce proteinuria and protect kidney function. More advanced or structurally complex conditions may require procedural interventions — such as surgical correction of urinary tract anomalies, peritoneal dialysis, haemodialysis, or kidney transplantation for children reaching end-stage renal disease — with the most appropriate pathway determined on an individual basis by the treating team.
Can Pediatric Kidney Disorders be treated without a procedure?
Many pediatric kidney disorders are managed primarily through non-surgical means, including immunosuppressive therapy (such as corticosteroids, calcineurin inhibitors, or mycophenolate) for conditions like nephrotic syndrome, antihypertensive medications, diuretics, dietary protein and salt modification, and structured monitoring of kidney function over time. Regular follow-up with laboratory testing and growth assessment is a central part of non-surgical management, since early detection of disease progression allows timely adjustment of therapy before significant irreversible damage occurs.
When is Pediatric Nephrology Treatment considered for Pediatric Kidney Disorders?
Pediatric Nephrology Treatment may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Pediatric Kidney Disorders?
Pediatric kidney disorders are primarily evaluated and managed by a pediatric nephrologist — a specialist in kidney diseases in children — who may work in collaboration with a pediatric urologist when structural or surgical concerns are present, as well as with a pediatric dietitian, clinical geneticist, or transplant team depending on the complexity of the case.
How do I choose a doctor for Pediatric Kidney Disorders?
When selecting a provider for a child with a kidney disorder, it is advisable to look for a pediatric nephrologist with demonstrated experience in the specific condition type (e.g., inherited nephropathies, nephrotic syndrome, or CKD management in children), ideally affiliated with a hospital that offers comprehensive multidisciplinary support — including pediatric urology, transplant services, nutrition counselling, and developmental follow-up — to address all dimensions of the child's long-term care.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.