Dr. Prakash Darji MBBS , MD (Internal Medicine), DM-Nephrology, Gold medal in DNB-Nephrology

Zydus Hospital

27 Years Experience

Dr. Prakash Darji – Consultant Nephrologist

MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), DM-Nephrology, Gold Medal in DNB-Nephrology

Professional Summary

Dr. Prakash Darji is an Ahmedabad-based nephrologist and is among the best the city has. He has more than three decades of experience. Dr. Prakash Darji is widely known for introducing CRRT, or Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy, in this part of the world.

While Dr. Prakash Darji’s extensive qualifications and experience are the primary reasons behind his immense popularity, patients also trust him due to his ability to offer patient care of the highest quality in the form of ethical nephrology treatment.

Dr. Prakash Darji– Qualifications and Experience and Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Prakash Darji obtained his MBBS degree from Ahmedabad’s BJ Medical College and Civil Hospital, in 1991. He joined the same college to complete his MD in Internal Medicine in the following year and completed the degree in 1995. His next alma mater was the IKDRC, or the Institute of Kidney Diseases and Research Centre; there, he studied DM in Nephrology between 1996 and 1998.

One of the biggest turning points of his career was his decision to undergo specialised training in Australia to learn CRRT and its implementation.

During the initial years, he worked as an Assistant Professor and Junior Lecturer at IKDRC’s Nephrology and Renal Transplantation Department. He also held prestigious academic posts at Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College and VS General Hospital.

Currently, he is associated with Zydus Hospital, Ahmedabad and Gujarat Kidney Foundation, of which he is the founder director and serves as an honorary consultant.

Kidney Conditions Treated by Dr. Prakash Darji

You can book an appointment with Dr. Prakash Darji for treatment and management of all kinds of serious kidney diseases.

AKI: Dr. Prakash Darji treats AKI, or acute kidney injury, using advanced procedures such as SELD and/or CRRT. He is also an expert in multiorgan support coordination.

CKD: Dr. Prakash Darji will help you with early detection of chronic kidney disease or CKD and accurate staging of the condition. He manages the condition through careful hypertension management and comprehensive renal protection. Mineral deficiencies and associated bone disorders are common in CKD patients. Dr. Prakash Darji s treatment procedures take care of these areas too. You can also contact him for dialysis management and pre- and post-renal transplant care.

Autoimmune Conditions and Glomerular Disorders: You can visit him for treatment of kidney issues such as lupus nephritis, glomerulonephritis, vasculitis, etc.

Advanced Nephrology Care

Dr. Prakash Darji is an expert in each of the following:

Kidney Transplant Care: Before the transplant, the nephrologist will screen the donors and perform necessary tests to confirm that both you and the donor are fit for the surgery. He will constantly coordinate with your transplant surgeon and his/her team. Once the transplant is done, renal transplant management is primarily about picking suitable immunosuppressants for the patients and managing their use.

CRRT: The process involves slow and continuous dialysis treatment for 24 hours. CRRT is primarily used to treat patients in the ICU and those who are not fit for rapid dialysis.

Online Hemodiafiltration and Haemodialysis: These are procedures adopted for removing toxins from patients with end-stage renal disease.

Renal Biopsy: Dr. Prakash Darji is one of the most trusted names in India when it comes to conducting image-guided biopsy of the renal system.

Peritoneal Dialysis: This home-based treatment is meant for people in the final stage of kidney disease.

When Should You Consult a Nephrologist?

We would advise you to consult a nephrologist if one or more of the following are true:

● You have high blood urea and/or creatinine levels
● Your urine tests show that you have blood or protein in your urine
● Medications fail to control your blood pressure
● You have swelling in your hands, feet, ankles, or legs
● Your urine has become foamy
● The frequency of your urination has increased or decreased significantly
● You have a family history of genetic conditions such as polycystic kidney disease
● You are a diabetic
● You have experienced recurrent episodes of urinary tract infections, kidney infections, or kidney stones

Online Nephrology Consultation with Dr. Prakash Darji

You can meet Dr. Prakash Darji for an online nephrology consultation through the platform Reopine. He will give you the best possible advice irrespective of whether it’s your first or second opinion consultation. You can also schedule an appointment for an online consultation on transplant, dialysis management, modification of existing treatment plans, etc.

Languages Spoken:

English (Fluent)
Hindi (Fluent)
Gujarati (Native)

Why Consult Dr. Prakash Darji?

● Three decades of experience in nephrology

● Completed specialised international training in CRRT

● Matchless legacy created by establishing the Gujarat Kidney Foundation

● Amazing track record of tailoring renal care models and treatment protocols for each patient

Book an Online Consultation with Dr. Prakash Darji on Reopine

Fill out and submit the online form on our website or app to book your appointment. You will get to meet the doctor online within 3 to 7 days. If it’s an emergency, you can get an express appointment within 48 hours by paying an extra amount.

Last Updated: September 2025

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