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The best nephrologists for Ameerpet, Hyderabad include Dr. Praveen Kumar Etta, Dr. Ashwini Kumar Aiyangar, Dr. Aswini Kumar Panigrahi, Dr. Bhanu Prasad K and Dr. Vamsee Priya Marina. One practises at Apollo Spectra in Ameerpet itself, two at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, one at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, and one at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills. Last updated: October 2026.
Ameerpet is one of Hyderabad’s busiest central neighbourhoods, known for its coaching institutes, shopping streets and the Ameerpet metro interchange, with SR Nagar, Begumpet, Punjagutta and Yousufguda all close by. Apollo Spectra, Ameerpet is the Apollo facility inside the area, and the larger Apollo hospitals at Jubilee Hills, Hyderguda and Secunderabad are a short metro or cab ride away.
This guide lists five nephrologists for patients in and around Ameerpet, with qualifications, experience and patient feedback taken from the Apollo 24|7 doctor directory, which lists these doctors from about 1 to 6 km away. Doctors based outside Ameerpet are marked as nearby. Please confirm current availability, timings and fees before you visit, and check which branch your kidney specialist consults at.
Top 5 Nephrologists in Ameerpet at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Praveen Kumar Etta | Nephrology | 10 years |
| 2 | Dr. Ashwini Kumar Aiyangar | Nephrology | 16 years |
| 3 | Dr. Aswini Kumar Panigrahi | Nephrology | 23 years |
| 4 | Dr. Bhanu Prasad K | Nephrology | 8 years |
| 5 | Dr. Vamsee Priya Marina | Nephrology | 13 years |
1. Dr. Praveen Kumar Etta — Nephrologist, Apollo Spectra Ameerpet
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DM (SGPGI), former Assistant Professor (PIMS) |
| Experience | 10 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Spectra, Ameerpet, Hyderabad |
Dr. Praveen Kumar Etta is a nephrologist at Apollo Spectra, Ameerpet, listed about 1 km away, with 10 years of experience.
He completed his DM at SGPGI, Lucknow, and was previously an assistant professor at PIMS.
Why choose Dr. Praveen Kumar Etta: The listed nephrologist inside Ameerpet, with SGPGI training.
2. 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, and 98% of more than 150 patients recommend him.
Why choose Dr. Aiyangar: Excellent patient feedback from more than 150 patients.
3. Dr. Aswini Kumar Panigrahi — Nephrologist, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), DNB (Nephrology) |
| Experience | 23 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (nearby, about 4 km) |
| Patient feedback | 93% recommend (250+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Aswini Kumar Panigrahi is a nephrologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 23 years of experience.
He holds a DNB in nephrology, and 93% of more than 250 patients recommend him.
Why choose Dr. Panigrahi: Twenty-three years of experience with strong patient feedback.
4. Dr. Bhanu Prasad K — Nephrologist, Apollo Hospitals Hyderguda
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DM (Nephrology) |
| Experience | 8 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, Hyderabad (nearby, about 5 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 a DM in nephrology, and 93% of more than 25 patients recommend him.
Why choose Dr. Bhanu Prasad: A DM-qualified nephrologist at the Hyderguda branch.
5. 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 5 km) |
| Patient feedback | 91% recommend (50+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Vamsee Priya Marina is a nephrologist at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, with 13 years of experience.
She is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, and 91% of more than 50 patients recommend her.
Why choose Dr. Vamsee Priya: American Board certification at a nearby branch.
How to Choose the Right Nephrologist in Ameerpet
- 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.
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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.
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