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The best nephrologists for Abids, Hyderabad include Dr. Vamsee Priya Marina, Dr. Bhanu Prasad K, Dr. Ch Sashidhar, Dr. Ashwini Kumar Aiyangar and Dr. S Krishnan. Two practise at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, about 1 km away, one at CARE Hospitals, Nampally, and two at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad. Last updated: October 2026.
Abids is a central shopping and business district of old Hyderabad, between Nampally, Koti and Basheerbagh, and one of the city’s oldest commercial areas. Several hospitals are within a couple of kilometres, including Kamineni Hospitals at King Koti, CARE Hospitals at Nampally, Gleneagles Hospital at Lakdi-ka-pul and Apollo Hospitals at Hyderguda, with smaller hospitals such as Aditya Hospital in Abids itself.
This guide lists five nephrologists for patients in and around Abids. Qualifications and experience come from the hospitals’ own doctor profiles and the Apollo 24|7 directory where available, with patient recommendation figures from HexaHealth and Apollo 24|7. HexaHealth does not show qualifications, so please confirm these with the hospital. Doctors outside Abids are marked as nearby. Please confirm current availability, timings and fees before you visit, and check the days your kidney specialist sees outpatients.
Top 5 Nephrologists in Abids at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Vamsee Priya Marina | Nephrology | 13 years |
| 2 | Dr. Bhanu Prasad K | Nephrology | 8 years |
| 3 | Dr. Ch Sashidhar | Nephrology | 20+ years |
| 4 | Dr. Ashwini Kumar Aiyangar | Nephrology | 16 years |
| 5 | Dr. S Krishnan | Nephrology | 22 years |
1. Dr. Vamsee Priya Marina — Nephrologist, Apollo Hospitals Hyderguda
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), MD (Nephrology), Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine |
| Experience | 13 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, Hyderabad (nearby, about 1 km) |
| Patient feedback | 91% recommend (50+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Vamsee Priya Marina is a nephrologist at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, listed about 1 km from Abids, with 13 years of experience.
She is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Why choose Dr. Vamsee Priya: American Board certification, very close to Abids.
2. Dr. Bhanu Prasad K — Nephrologist, Apollo Hospitals Hyderguda
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DM (Nephrology) |
| Experience | 8 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, Hyderabad (nearby, about 1 km) |
| Patient feedback | 93% recommend (25+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Bhanu Prasad K is a nephrologist at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, with 8 years of experience.
He holds an MD and a DM in nephrology.
Why choose Dr. Bhanu Prasad: A DM-qualified nephrologist at the nearest hospital.
3. Dr. Ch Sashidhar — Senior Consultant Nephrologist, CARE Hospitals Nampally
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DNB (Nephrology) |
| Experience | 20+ years |
| Hospital | CARE Hospitals, Nampally, Hyderabad (nearby, about 1.5 km) |
| Patient feedback | 96% recommend on HexaHealth |
Dr. Ch Sashidhar (Sashidhar Channamsetty) is a senior consultant nephrologist at CARE Hospitals, Nampally. His hospital profile lists 20 years of experience; HexaHealth lists more.
He holds a DNB in nephrology.
Why choose Dr. Sashidhar: Two decades of nephrology at a hospital close to Abids.
4. Dr. Ashwini Kumar Aiyangar — Nephrologist, Apollo Hospitals Secunderabad
| Qualifications | MBBS, DNB (Internal Medicine), DNB (Nephrology) |
| Experience | 16 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad (nearby, about 6 km) |
| Patient feedback | 98% recommend (150+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Ashwini Kumar Aiyangar is a nephrologist at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, with 16 years of experience.
He holds DNB qualifications in internal medicine and nephrology.
Why choose Dr. Aiyangar: Excellent patient feedback from more than 150 patients.
5. Dr. S Krishnan — Nephrologist, Apollo Hospitals Secunderabad
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DNB (Nephrology) |
| Experience | 22 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad (nearby, about 6 km) |
Dr. S Krishnan is a nephrologist at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, with 22 years of experience.
He holds an MD and a DNB in nephrology.
Why choose Dr. Krishnan: Twenty-two years of nephrology experience.
How to Choose the Right Nephrologist in Abids
- Check the qualification: look for a DM or DNB in Nephrology. A urologist operates on kidney stones and the urinary tract, while a nephrologist treats kidney disease, blood pressure and dialysis.
- Match the need: chronic kidney disease, diabetic kidney disease, protein in urine, dialysis and transplant care each need regular follow-up with the same team.
- Look at the set-up: an in-house dialysis unit, a transplant programme and a 24-hour emergency team matter for advanced kidney disease.
- Bring your records: creatinine and eGFR trends, urine tests, ultrasound reports and a list of medicines make a first visit more useful.
- Ask about prevention: a good nephrologist also talks about blood pressure, sugar control, salt, painkiller use and hydration, not only dialysis.
Symptoms That Should Not Wait
Red-Flag Alert
Go to the nearest emergency department at once for very little or no urine, sudden swelling of the face and legs, severe breathlessness, blood in the urine with severe pain, confusion or persistent vomiting in someone with kidney disease. These can signal kidney failure or dangerous potassium levels.
When to See a Doctor in Hyderabad
For swelling of the feet, foamy urine or high blood pressure, a first assessment with a general physician is a sensible start. At Suguna Clinic, Dr. Ram Kumar can examine you, check your blood pressure and sugar, arrange kidney function and urine tests, and refer you to a nephrologist if needed. See also our guide on normal blood pressure by age. A referral is not compulsory, and you can see a nephrologist directly if symptoms are significant.
Areas Near Abids Served by These Nephrologists
Abids is a central shopping and business district of old Hyderabad, between Nampally, Koti and Basheerbagh. The nephrologists in this guide are also a practical choice for patients living in nearby localities such as Koti, King Koti, Bogulkunta, Gunfoundry, Chirag Ali Lane, Troop Bazar, Sultan Bazar, Basheerbagh, Nampally, Hyderguda and Narayanguda. If you live in one of these neighbourhoods, the hospitals listed above are usually among the closest options for specialist care. Travel time varies with traffic, so check the route before your appointment.
Looking in a different part of the city? See our guides to the best nephrologists in Nampally, best nephrologists in Himayatnagar and best nephrologists in Somajiguda.
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Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not medical advice or a ranking endorsed by any hospital. Doctor profiles are compiled from publicly available hospital directory listings and may change; confirm details with the hospital. Consult a qualified nephrologist for diagnosis and treatment.
