Dr. V. S. Reddy
HOD - Nephrology & Transplant Physician
KIMS Institute of Renal Sciences & Advanced Urology, Secunderabad
DM Nephrology (NIMS, Hyderabad) · MD Internal Medicine (NIMS) · MBBS — 20+ years at KIMS, 30+ years overall
Quick facts
| Designation | HOD - Nephrology & Transplant Physician |
| Qualifications | DM (Nephrology) — Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad (2003) · MD (Internal Medicine) — NIMS, Hyderabad (1998) · MBBS — Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam (1993) |
| Experience | 20+ years at KIMS Secunderabad (May 2005 – present) · 30+ years overall |
| Key expertise | CKD management · AKI · Haemodialysis · Peritoneal dialysis · Kidney transplant care · Glomerular diseases (IgA nephropathy, membranous GN, nephrotic syndrome) · Hypertensive nephropathy · Diabetic nephropathy · Critical care nephrology |
| Landmark credential | 20+ consecutive years at KIMS Secunderabad (2005 – present) · Smt Lakshmi Kothandaraman Memorial Gold Medal for Best Research — NIMS 2002 · Best Resident Award — NIMS 2001 |
| Hospital | KIMS Institute of Renal Sciences & Advanced Urology · 1-8-31/1, Minister Road, Secunderabad, Telangana 500003 |
| OP timings | Mon – Fri · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Appointments | 040 - 44885000 |
Book a consultation with Dr. V. S. Reddy — call 040 - 44885000 or book online.
About Dr. V. S. Reddy
Dr. V. S. Reddy is HOD - Nephrology & Transplant Physician at KIMS Institute of Renal Sciences & Advanced Urology, Secunderabad, with over 20 consecutive years at KIMS since May 2005 — making him the most tenured nephrologist in the KIMS Renal Sciences team. With 30+ years of overall medical practice, he brings a depth of clinical experience in nephrology that spans the full range of adult kidney disease — chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, glomerular diseases, transplant nephrology, and critical care nephrology.
Dr. Reddy completed his entire superspecialty training at Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad — both his MD in Internal Medicine (1998) and DM in Nephrology (2003). NIMS is one of India's central government premier medical institutions and the primary nephrology training and referral centre for the Telangana region. Training under a single high-volume nephrology programme from MD through DM provided him with continuous, longitudinal exposure to the full clinical spectrum of kidney disease at one of the region's most complex nephrology services.
His academic distinction during training was marked by two recognition awards: the Smt Lakshmi Kothandaraman Memorial Gold Medal for Best Published Research Work at NIMS in 2002 — recognising scholarly contribution during his DM training — and the Best Resident Award at NIMS in 2001. These reflect engagement with nephrology research and clinical excellence that formed the foundation of his subsequent practice.
After briefly practising at Bolleneni Hospitals, Nellore (May 2003 to April 2005), Dr. Reddy joined KIMS Secunderabad in May 2005 — where he has built a long-standing practice across the full spectrum of nephrology. His 20+ years at KIMS has placed him at the centre of the KIMS Renal Sciences team through multiple generations of clinical and technological development, including the evolution of the centre's dialysis, transplant, and critical care nephrology programmes.
Areas of clinical expertise
CKD Management
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) management across all five stages — from early detection and risk factor modification through pre-dialysis preparation and renal replacement therapy planning. Management of CKD's systemic complications — anaemia of CKD (EPO and iron supplementation), renal bone disease (secondary hyperparathyroidism), cardiovascular risk in CKD, and dietary and fluid management. CKD clinic with structured monitoring and progression risk stratification.
Haemodialysis & Peritoneal Dialysis
Acute and maintenance haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis (CAPD and CCPD), and renal replacement therapy initiation and prescription. Assessment and preparation of patients for long-term dialysis — including AV fistula evaluation, access planning, and patient education for home peritoneal dialysis.
Kidney Transplant Nephrology
Pre-transplant recipient evaluation and clearance for kidney transplant — including ABO-incompatible transplant candidates — post-transplant care and immunosuppression management, surveillance for rejection (clinical and biopsy-based), and management of post-transplant complications — hypertension, CKD in the transplanted kidney, infections, and malignancy. Long-term follow-up of transplant recipients.
Glomerular Diseases
Evaluation and management of glomerulonephritis and the nephrotic and nephritic syndromes — including IgA nephropathy (Berger's disease), membranous nephropathy, minimal change disease, FSGS, lupus nephritis, ANCA-associated vasculitis, and Henoch-Schönlein purpura. Kidney biopsy correlation and immunosuppressive management.
Hypertensive & Diabetic Nephropathy
The two most common causes of end-stage kidney disease in India. Management of hypertensive nephropathy — blood pressure targets specific to kidney disease, renin-angiotensin system (RAS) blockade, and slowing CKD progression. Diabetic nephropathy management — glycaemic optimisation, proteinuria reduction, and coordination with the KIMS endocrinology team.
Critical Care Nephrology
Acute kidney injury (AKI) management in ICU and medical ward settings — identification of AKI aetiology, fluid management, avoidance of nephrotoxic agents, and renal replacement therapy (continuous RRT) for oliguric or anuric AKI in critically ill patients. Coordination with the KIMS critical care team.
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution |
|---|---|
| DM (Nephrology) | Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad (2003) — NIMS is one of India's premier superspecialty institutions, a central government institute and the reference centre for nephrology training in Telangana |
| MD (Internal Medicine) | Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad (1998) — same institution as the DM, providing continuity of training under a single high-volume nephrology programme |
| MBBS | Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam (1993) — one of Andhra Pradesh's oldest and most established medical colleges |
Career history
| Period | Role & Institution |
|---|---|
| May 2005 – present | HOD - Nephrology & Transplant Physician · KIMS Institute of Renal Sciences & Advanced Urology, Secunderabad (20+ years) |
| May 2003 – Apr 2005 | Consultant Nephrologist · Bolleneni Hospitals, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh |
| Feb 2003 – May 2003 | Assistant Professor, Nephrology · Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad |
| Jul 1998 – Sep 1999 | Senior Resident, Internal Medicine · Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad |
Awards & recognition
- Smt Lakshmi Kothandaraman Memorial Gold Medal — Best Published Research Work · Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad (2002)
- Best Resident Award · Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad (2001)
- 20+ consecutive years at KIMS Secunderabad — longest-tenured nephrologist in the KIMS Renal Sciences team
Publications & research
Dr. Reddy received the Smt Lakshmi Kothandaraman Memorial Gold Medal for Best Published Research Work at NIMS in 2002. His 20+ years at KIMS include case presentations, CME participation, and departmental teaching. Full publication list available from the department on request.
Key procedures at KIMS
| Procedure | Clinical details |
|---|---|
| Haemodialysis initiation & prescription | Acute and maintenance HD initiation, adequacy assessment (Kt/V), dialysis prescription modification, high-flux and low-flux HD, extended hours dialysis. |
| Peritoneal dialysis (CAPD / CCPD) | CAPD (continuous ambulatory PD) and CCPD (cycler-assisted PD) — prescription, adequacy monitoring, exit-site care, peritonitis management. |
| Kidney transplant monitoring | Pre-transplant workup, post-transplant immunosuppression management, rejection surveillance, biopsy interpretation, long-term follow-up. |
| Renal biopsy | Native and transplant kidney biopsy — percutaneous ultrasound-guided biopsy for glomerular disease diagnosis. |
| Tunneled dialysis catheter care | Long-term tunneled permacath management for patients without AV fistula access. |
| Plasmapheresis / PLEX | Therapeutic plasma exchange for antibody-mediated conditions — Goodpasture's syndrome, ANCA vasculitis, TTP, antibody-mediated rejection. |
| CKD progression management | RAS blockade protocol, CKD anaemia management (EPO, iron), renal bone disease (phosphate binders, vitamin D, PTH management), pre-dialysis education. |
| Critical care nephrology / CRRT | Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy for AKI in ICU — CVVH, CVVHD, CVVHDF in collaboration with the critical care team. |
Book a consultation with Dr. V. S. Reddy
| Contact | Details |
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| Appointments | 040 - 44885000 |
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| Hospital | KIMS Institute of Renal Sciences & Advanced Urology · 1-8-31/1, Minister Road, Secunderabad, Telangana 500003 |
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Dr. V. S. Reddy is the most senior nephrologist at KIMS Renal Sciences with 20+ years of practice at this centre. For complex CKD, glomerular disease, or transplant follow-up, he is the senior reference nephrologist.