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The best diabetologists for Kokapet, Hyderabad include Dr. Ram Kumar, Dr. Ashish Chauhan, Dr. Divya Varikallu, Dr. Y Haarika and Dr. L Sanjay. One practises at Suguna Clinic, Bandlaguda Jagir, about 8 km away, three at Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, about 7 km away and one at Apollo Clinic, Manikonda, about 6 km away. Last updated: November 2026.
Key Takeaways
- Five diabetologists for Kokapet residents: Dr. Ram Kumar (Suguna Clinic, Bandlaguda Jagir, about 8 km), Dr. Ashish Chauhan, Dr. Divya Varikallu and Dr. Y Haarika (Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, about 7 km) and Dr. L Sanjay (Apollo Clinic, Manikonda, about 6 km).
- About 11.4% of Indian adults have diabetes and another 15.3% have prediabetes, according to the ICMR-INDIAB study (2023).
- Nearly half of adults with diabetes in India (43%) do not know they have it, according to the IDF Diabetes Atlas (2025).
- For most adults with diabetes, a common target is an HbA1c below 7%, checked every three months, with yearly eye, kidney and foot checks.
- Choose a hospital diabetologist or endocrinologist for complications, pregnancy or type 1 diabetes, and a nearby clinic for regular follow-up.
Kokapet is one of Hyderabad’s fastest-growing neighbourhoods, with high-rise homes and offices between Narsingi, Gandipet and the Financial District along the Outer Ring Road, including the Neopolis layout. It has no large multi-speciality hospital of its own yet, so for specialist care large hospitals in Nanakramguda, the Financial District and Gachibowli are about 5 to 7 km away.
This guide lists five diabetologists for patients in and around Kokapet. Qualifications and experience come from the hospitals’ own doctor profiles and the Apollo 24|7 directory, with patient recommendation figures from Apollo 24|7, HexaHealth and Practo where available. Doctors based outside Kokapet are marked as nearby with an approximate road distance. Please confirm current availability, timings and fees before you visit.
Top 5 Diabetologists in Kokapet at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Ram Kumar | Fever, diabetes, BP, thyroid | 15+ years |
| 2 | Dr. Ashish Chauhan | Diabetes, internal medicine | 27 years |
| 3 | Dr. Divya Varikallu | Diabetes, lifestyle medicine | 11 years |
| 4 | Dr. Y Haarika | Diabetes, gestational diabetes | 5 years |
| 5 | Dr. L Sanjay | Diabetes, internal medicine | 15 years |
1. Dr. Ram Kumar — General Physician and Diabetologist, Suguna Clinic
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), MPH (USA) |
| Experience | 15+ years |
| Hospital | Suguna Clinic, Bandlaguda Jagir, Hyderabad (nearby, about 8 km) |
Dr. Ram Kumar is a general physician and diabetologist at Suguna Clinic, Bandlaguda Jagir, about 8 km from Kokapet, with 15+ years of experience.
He has worked as a critical care consultant at Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital, as medical director of a neuro transitional care centre and as a telemedicine consultant with Apollo, and now treats fevers, diabetes, thyroid problems, blood pressure, infections and breathing problems. Suguna Clinic publishes this guide, so please weigh this listing with that in mind.
Why choose Dr. Ram Kumar: A neighbourhood clinic close to Kokapet for everyday illness and follow-up.
2. Dr. Ashish Chauhan — Senior Consultant Physician, Diabetologist and Adult Immunisation Specialist, Continental Hospitals
| Qualifications | MBBS (CMC Vellore), MD Internal Medicine (CMC Ludhiana), Fellowship in Diabetes (CMC Vellore) |
| Experience | 27 years |
| Hospital | Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad (nearby, about 7 km) |
Dr. Ashish Chauhan is a senior consultant physician, diabetologist and adult immunisation specialist at Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, about 7 km from Kokapet, with 27 years of experience.
He trained at Christian Medical College, Vellore, including a fellowship in diabetes, and also runs adult vaccination and geriatric care.
Why choose Dr. Chauhan: Nearly three decades of diabetes and medical care.
3. Dr. Divya Varikallu — Consultant Physician and Diabetologist, Continental Hospitals
| Qualifications | MBBS (Katuri Medical College), Diploma in Diabetology, Advanced Certificate in Family Medicine, Fellowship in Intensive Care Medicine (Apollo), Fellowship in Nutrition and Functional Medicine |
| Experience | 11 years |
| Hospital | Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad (nearby, about 7 km) |
Dr. Divya Varikallu is a consultant physician and diabetologist at Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, about 7 km from Kokapet, with 11 years of experience.
She focuses on diabetes and long-term disease care, with extra training in clinical nutrition and lifestyle medicine.
Why choose Dr. Varikallu: Strong focus on diet and lifestyle for diabetes.
4. Dr. Y Haarika — Consultant Diabetologist, Continental Hospitals
| Qualifications | MBBS (NTRUHS), Certificate in Gestational Diabetes (PHFI), Fellowship in Diabetology, PG Diploma in Advanced Diabetes Care and Clinical Endocrinology (UK) |
| Experience | 5 years |
| Hospital | Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad (nearby, about 7 km) |
Dr. Y Haarika is a consultant diabetologist at Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, about 7 km from Kokapet, with 5 years of experience.
She treats type 1 and type 2 diabetes and has specific training in diabetes during pregnancy.
Why choose Dr. Haarika: Useful for women with diabetes in pregnancy.
5. Dr. L Sanjay — Internal Medicine Specialist and Diabetologist, Apollo Clinic Manikonda
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD (General Medicine) |
| Experience | 15 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Clinic, Manikonda, Hyderabad (nearby, about 6 km) |
Dr. L Sanjay is an internal medicine specialist and diabetologist at Apollo Clinic, Manikonda, about 6 km from Kokapet, with 15 years of experience.
He is listed on Apollo 24|7 as an internal medicine specialist and diabetologist at the Apollo Clinic in Manikonda.
Why choose Dr. Sanjay: A nearby clinic for routine diabetes reviews.
Diabetes in Kokapet and Hyderabad: Key Numbers
Diabetes is one of the most common long-term conditions seen in Hyderabad clinics. The ICMR-INDIAB study, the largest national survey of diabetes in India, published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology in 2023, found that 11.4% of Indian adults (about 101 million people) have diabetes and 15.3% (about 136 million) have prediabetes. In Telangana, diabetes prevalence was estimated at between 7.5% and 9.9%, with generalised obesity above 25%.
The International Diabetes Federation’s Diabetes Atlas (11th edition, 2025) estimates that 89.8 million Indian adults aged 20 to 79 were living with diabetes in 2024, a number expected to rise to 156.7 million by 2050. It also estimates that 43% of them, about 38.6 million people, did not know they had diabetes. For residents of Kokapet, Narsingi and the Financial District, where long desk hours, long commutes and restaurant meals are common, regular screening and early treatment matter.
Diabetes Targets Your Diabetologist Will Check
The American Diabetes Association’s Standards of Care in Diabetes sets the targets most diabetologists in India use. Your doctor may set different targets for you, depending on your age, other illnesses and risk of low sugar.
| Measure | Common target for most adults | How often |
|---|---|---|
| HbA1c | Below 7% | Every 3 months until stable, then every 6 months |
| Fasting or before-meal sugar | 80 to 130 mg/dL | As advised; often several times a week at home |
| Sugar 1 to 2 hours after a meal | Below 180 mg/dL | As advised |
| Blood pressure | Below 130/80 mmHg | Every visit |
| LDL cholesterol | Below 100 mg/dL, or lower (70 or 55) if heart risk is high | At diagnosis, then yearly |
| Urine albumin and kidney function (UACR, eGFR) | UACR below 30 mg/g | At least yearly |
| Dilated eye examination | No diabetic retinopathy | Yearly, or as advised by the eye doctor |
| Foot examination | No loss of sensation or ulcers | At least yearly; check your feet daily |
Diagnosis thresholds
Diabetes is diagnosed with a fasting plasma glucose of 126 mg/dL or more, an HbA1c of 6.5% or more, a 2-hour glucose of 200 mg/dL or more on an oral glucose tolerance test, or a random glucose of 200 mg/dL or more with symptoms. Prediabetes is an HbA1c of 5.7% to 6.4% or a fasting glucose of 100 to 125 mg/dL.
What to Expect at Your First Diabetes Visit
- History: the doctor asks about symptoms, family history, diet, activity, sleep, other illnesses and every medicine you take.
- Examination: weight, waist, blood pressure, a foot check and a look for signs of complications.
- Tests: HbA1c, fasting and post-meal sugar, kidney function, urine albumin, lipid profile, thyroid and vitamin B12 if you take metformin.
- Treatment plan: tablets or insulin if needed, personal sugar and weight targets, and a diet and exercise plan you can follow.
- Follow-up: a date for the next review, usually within 1 to 3 months, and referrals for eye checks or a dietitian.
Diabetologist, Endocrinologist or General Physician?
| Doctor | Training | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| General physician | MD or DNB in medicine | New diagnosis, routine type 2 diabetes, blood pressure and cholesterol together |
| Diabetologist | MD in medicine with a diabetes fellowship or diploma | Type 2 diabetes needing insulin or several medicines, regular complication screening |
| Endocrinologist | DM or DNB in endocrinology | Type 1 diabetes, diabetes in pregnancy, hormone causes, sugars that stay high despite treatment |
How to Choose the Right Diabetologist in Kokapet
- Check the qualification: look for an MD in medicine with a diabetes fellowship or diploma, or an endocrinologist for complex cases.
- Match the need: type 2 diabetes, type 1 diabetes, diabetes in pregnancy and diabetes with kidney, eye or foot problems each need a slightly different approach.
- Look at the set-up: on-site HbA1c and kidney tests, eye and foot screening, and a dietitian make a diabetes clinic more useful.
- Bring your records: home sugar readings, HbA1c reports, a list of tablets or insulin doses and any kidney or eye reports help the doctor adjust treatment.
- Ask about lifestyle support: good diabetes care includes practical advice on diet, exercise, weight and sleep, not only medicines.
Symptoms That Should Not Wait
Red-Flag Alert
Go to the emergency department at once for blood sugar above 400 mg/dL with vomiting, drowsiness, deep breathing or a fruity smell on the breath, or for low sugar with confusion, fits or unconsciousness. A foot wound that is black, spreading or smells bad also needs urgent care.
When to See a Doctor in Hyderabad
Dr. Ram Kumar at Suguna Clinic is himself a general physician and diabetologist and is included in this list. See also our guides on a diabetes diet for Hyderabad and HbA1c normal range. For diabetes with complications, a hospital-based diabetologist or endocrinologist can work alongside your regular doctor.
Areas Near Kokapet Served by These Diabetologists
Kokapet is a fast-growing area beside the Financial District and the Outer Ring Road. The diabetologists in this guide are also a practical choice for patients living in nearby localities such as Narsingi, Gandipet, Puppalaguda, Neopolis, Financial District, Nanakramguda, Khanapur, Manikonda, Gopanpally and Tellapur. 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 diabetologists in Narsingi and best diabetologists in Manikonda.
How We Chose These Diabetologists
We looked for doctors near Kokapet who list diabetes care as a main part of their work, with an MD in medicine, a diabetes fellowship or diploma, or equivalent training.
We checked qualifications and experience against each hospital’s own doctor profile or the Apollo 24|7 directory, and preferred doctors close to Kokapet.
We included one clinic, two hospital types and a range of interests, such as gestational diabetes and lifestyle medicine, so readers can choose by need. The list is not a ranking and no doctor or hospital paid to be included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Related Reading
You may also find these guides useful: best doctors in Kokapet, best diabetologists in Narsingi, best endocrinologists in Kokapet, diabetes care, and blood sugar 200 after eating.
Sources
- Anjana RM et al. Metabolic non-communicable disease health report of India: the ICMR-INDIAB national cross-sectional study. The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, 2023.
- International Diabetes Federation. IDF Diabetes Atlas, 11th edition, 2025.
- American Diabetes Association. Standards of Care in Diabetes, 2026.
- Hospital doctor profiles (Continental Hospitals, Apollo Hospitals), the Apollo 24|7 directory and HexaHealth, checked November 2026.
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 diabetologist for diagnosis and treatment.
