- Speciality: Nephrology & Kidney Transplant
- Designation: Principal Director – Nephrology & Kidney Transplant, Aakash Healthcare, Dwarka, New Delhi
- Education: MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Nephrology)
- Experience: 30+ years
- Hospital: Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
About Dr. Vikram Kalra
Dr. Vikram Kalra is the Principal Director of Nephrology and Kidney Transplant at Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi. Furthermore, he brings over 30 years of rich clinical experience to his practice. He completed his MBBS and MD from Mumbai. In addition, he earned a DM in Nephrology from AIIMS, New Delhi, in 2003. Besides, he researched as a Senior Research Associate in the Department of Nephrology at AIIMS for 1.5 years. Therefore, his academic credentials are truly impressive. Overall, his expertise reflects a deep commitment to kidney care.
His clinical expertise covers a wide range of nephrological conditions. Consequently, he offers treatment for kidney diseases related to diabetes, hypertension, and autoimmune diseases like SLE. Moreover, he provides acute and chronic kidney disease care. In addition, he offers hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis (CAPD/APD). Besides, he performs kidney biopsies for undiagnosed kidney diseases. Furthermore, he treats nephrotic syndrome and glomerulonephritis. Similarly, he provides vascular access and temporary and permanent catheter placements. Additionally, he performs kidney transplantation, including high-risk, ABO-incompatible, and sensitised patient transplants. Moreover, he has experience of more than 800 kidney transplants. He has also received the Best Nephrologist (North India) award by Economic Times in 2022. Thus, his professional network is strong and well-recognized. Finally, his dedication makes him a trusted name in nephrology. Overall, Dr. Kalra is a respected expert in his field.
Work Experience
● Principal Director – Nephrology & Kidney Transplant, Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi (Present)
● Senior Consultant – Rockland Hospital (2005–2009)
● Senior Consultant – Fortis Group of Hospitals, Vasant Kunj, and Escort Heart Institute (2009–2014)
● Senior Research Associate – Department of Nephrology, AIIMS, New Delhi (1.5 Years)
● Advisor and Consultant – DCDC Kidney Care (Since 2009)
● Over 30 years of comprehensive experience in Nephrology
Specialty & Interests
● All Kidney Diseases Related to Diabetes, Hypertension & Autoimmune Diseases
● Dialysis: Hemodialysis / Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD/APD)
● Critical Care Nephrology / SLED / CRRT / Immunoadsorption Therapy / Plasma Exchange
● Kidney Transplantation: High-Risk Kidney Transplant (Sensitised, Second or Third Transplant)
● ABO-Incompatible Kidney Transplants
● Vascular Access: Temporary and Permanent Catheters
● Kidney Biopsies for Undiagnosed Kidney Diseases
● Nephrotic Syndrome and Glomerulonephritis
Memberships
● Delhi Nephrology Society – Past Vice President (2022–23)
● Founder Fellow – Innovative Physician Forum
Education & Training
● MBBS – Lokmanya Tilak Medical College and General Hospital, Mumbai
● MD (General Medicine) – Grant Medical College & JJ Hospital, Mumbai
● DM (Nephrology) – All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi (2003)
