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The best nephrologists for Secunderabad, Hyderabad include Dr. Ashwini Kumar Aiyangar, Dr. S Krishnan, Dr. Vamsee Priya Marina, Dr. Bhanu Prasad K and Dr. Sanjay Maitra. Two practise at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, two at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, and one at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills. Last updated: October 2026.
Secunderabad is the twin city’s historic commercial and residential core, with large neighbourhoods such as Paradise, Bowenpally, Trimulgherry and Marredpally around it. Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad is the main Apollo facility here, with the Hyderguda branch and the Jubilee Hills hospital reachable across the city.
This guide lists five nephrologists for patients in and around Secunderabad, with qualifications and experience taken from the Apollo doctor directory. Doctors based outside Secunderabad 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 Secunderabad at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Ashwini Kumar Aiyangar | Nephrology | 16 years |
| 2 | Dr. S Krishnan | Nephrology | 22 years |
| 3 | Dr. Vamsee Priya Marina | Nephrology | 13 years |
| 4 | Dr. Bhanu Prasad K | Nephrology | 8 years |
| 5 | Dr. Sanjay Maitra | Nephrology | 24 years |
1. Dr. Ashwini Kumar Aiyangar — Nephrologist, Apollo Hospitals Secunderabad
| Qualifications | MBBS, DNB (Internal Medicine), DNB (Nephrology) |
| Experience | 16 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad |
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: A nephrologist at the Secunderabad hospital itself.
2. Dr. S Krishnan — Nephrologist, Apollo Hospitals Secunderabad
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DNB (Nephrology) |
| Experience | 22 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad |
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 experience at the Secunderabad hospital.
3. 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) |
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, with an MD in nephrology.
Why choose Dr. Vamsee Priya: American Board of Internal Medicine certification.
4. Dr. Bhanu Prasad K — Nephrologist, Apollo Hospitals Hyderguda
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DM (Nephrology) |
| Experience | 8 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Hyderguda, Hyderabad (nearby) |
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 Hyderguda branch.
5. Dr. Sanjay Maitra — Nephrologist, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Nephrology) |
| Experience | 24 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (nearby) |
Dr. Sanjay Maitra is a nephrologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 24 years of experience.
He holds an MD in internal medicine and a DM in nephrology.
Why choose Dr. Sanjay Maitra: Twenty-four years of experience at the main Apollo hospital.
How to Choose the Right Nephrologist in Secunderabad
- 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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