Dr. Vikram Kalra is a highly regarded nephrologist with over 28 years of experience in the field.
He specializes in managing kidney diseases associated with diabetes, hypertension, and autoimmune disorders, offering various treatment options including dialysis (hemodialysis and peritoneal) and vascular access procedures (temporary and permanent catheters).
He is also experienced in performing kidney transplantation, including ABO-incompatible kidney transplants, ensuring comprehensive care for patients with advanced kidney conditions.
Dr. Kalra completed his MBBS from Lokmanya Tilak Medical College and General Hospital, Mumbai and MD in General Medicine from Grant Medical College & JJ Hospital, Mumbai,
He earned his DM in Nephrology from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi.
With more than 500 successful kidney transplants to his name, Dr. Kalra has made significant contributions to transplant medicine.
He has been actively involved in various research projects focusing on post-renal transplant patients, particularly regarding pulmonary infections.
His areas of special interest include cardiorenal syndrome, preventive nephrology, and dialysis.
Dr. Kalra has authored over 30 publications in both national and international medical journals.
He is also a prominent speaker and chairperson at numerous conferences and continuing medical education (CME) events.
He is an esteemed member of several professional organizations, including the Indian Society of Nephrology, the Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT), and the Indian Society of Hemodialysis, as well as being a member of the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council (API) and the Delhi Medical Council (DMC).
Work Experience
Senior Consultant at Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj, 2010
Senior Consultant & Head at Kalra Hospital, 2009
Consultant & Head at Rockland Hospital, 2009
Senior Consultant at Bhagat Chandra Hospital
Education
MBBS, Lokmanya Tilak Medical College and General Hospital, Mumbai, 1996
MD, General Medicine, Grant Medical College & JJ Hospital, Mumbai, 1999
DM, Nephrology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi, 2003