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Dr. P. Pragna

Best Nephrologist in Kondapur

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Qualification

MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Nephrology)

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Speciality

Nephrology

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Experience

3+ Years

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Location

Kondapur

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    Areas Of Expertise

  • Tunneled and non-tunneled catheter placement – IJV and Femoral
  • Percutaneous CAPD catheter placement
  • Renal biopsy – Guided and blind techniques
  • Pediatric procedures: IJV, Femoral access, Renal biopsy
  • Emergency interventions: Pleural/ascitic tap, ICTD, Central lines
  • Certified in BLS and ACLS
  • Achievements & Seminars

    Acheivemnets & Seminars

  • Co-Investigator, ACHIEVE Trial under Dr. Sree Bhushan Raju at NIMS
  • Poster: 'Comparison of Ovarian Failure in SLE Patients who have Received IV CYC vs MMF' – LUPUS Conference, Melbourne
  • Published MD Thesis in Arthritis Research & Therapy (PMID: 32799907, DOI: 10.1186/s13075-020-02292-y)
  • Poster (2nd Prize): Triple Immunosuppression in Lupus Nephritis – TSNCON Jan 2020
  • Oral Presentation: Renal biopsy vs DSA in transplant rejection diagnosis – TSNCON Jan 2021
  • Case Report in Indian Journal of Nephrology: 'Acute Kidney Injury with CNS Manifestations' (PMID: 36704602, DOI: 10.4103/ijn.IJN_22_21)
  • Know Your Doctor

    Dr. Pragna is a highly trained Consultant Nephrologist with expertise in adult nephrology, nephropathology, and interventional nephrology. An alumnus of NIMS Hyderabad and PGIMER Chandigarh, she has worked across leading institutions, including Olive Hospitals and NIMS, where she also served as Assistant Professor. Skilled in a range of advanced procedures, from renal biopsies to dialysis access, she combines strong clinical acumen with a passion for teaching and research. 

    Her work has been published in peer-reviewed journals, and she has presented at several national and international nephrology conferences. A member of ISN, PDSI, and ISOT, she is known for her academic rigour, patient-first approach, and hands-on expertise.

    Qualification

    DM Nephrology – Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad
    MD Internal Medicine – PGIMER, Chandigarh
    MBBS – Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad

    Experience

    • Consultant Nephrologist – Olive Hospitals, Mehdipatnam (Aug 2023 – Apr 2024)
    • Assistant Professor – NIMS, Hyderabad – Department of Nephrology (Aug 2022 – July 2023)
    • Consultant Nephrologist – Prathima Hospitals, Kukatpally (Feb 2022 – Jul 2022); performed live renal transplant (Kachiguda Unit)
    • Assistant Professor – NIMS, Hyderabad – Department of Nephrology (Aug 2021 – Jan 2022)
    • Curriculum Coordinator – B.Sc. Dialysis Technician Program
    • Conference Organiser – WIN CON, August 2022

    Specialty

    • Adult Nephrology
    • Nephropathology
    • Interventional Nephrology

    Research, Publications & Seminars

    • Co-Investigator, ACHIEVE Trial under Dr. Sree Bhushan Raju at NIMS
    • Poster: ‘Comparison of Ovarian Failure in SLE Patients who have Received IV CYC vs MMF’ – LUPUS Conference, Melbourne
    • Published MD Thesis in Arthritis Research & Therapy (PMID: 32799907, DOI: 10.1186/s13075-020-02292-y)
    • Poster (2nd Prize): Triple Immunosuppression in Lupus Nephritis – TSNCON Jan 2020
    • Oral Presentation: Renal biopsy vs DSA in transplant rejection diagnosis – TSNCON Jan 2021
    • Case Report in Indian Journal of Nephrology: ‘Acute Kidney Injury with CNS Manifestations’ (PMID: 36704602, DOI: 10.4103/ijn.IJN_22_21)
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    Areas of Interest

    Professional Memberships

    • Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN)
    • Peritoneal Dialysis Society of India (PDSI)
    • Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT)

    Licensures & Board Certifications

    • Registered with Telangana Medical Council since 2013 (Reg. No: 82595)
    • DM Nephrology – NIMS, Hyderabad
    • MD Internal Medicine – PGIMER, Chandigarh
    • MBBS – Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad