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 a highly experienced Nephrologist based in Ahmedabad, with over 27 years of specialized expertise in kidney disease management, dialysis therapies, and renal transplantation. Currently serving as Senior Nephrologist at Zydus Hospital, Ahmedabad, he is also a founding member and Director of the Gujarat Kidney Foundation, recognized for pioneering continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) in the region.
Hospital Affiliations
- Zydus Hospital, Ahmedabad
- Gujarat Kidney Foundation – Founder Director & Honorary Consultant
Specialization Areas
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Early detection and staging
- Hypertension management and renal protection
- Mineral and bone disorder management
Dialysis Therapies
- Hemodialysis: high-flux, online HDF, CRRT in ICU
- Peritoneal dialysis: CAPD/APD initiation and support
- Vascular access creation and surveillance
Renal Transplantation
- Pre-transplant evaluation and workup
- Living donor transplant coordination
- Immunosuppression management and rejection therapy
- Post-transplant follow-up and complication care
Glomerular & Autoimmune Disorders
- Lupus nephritis management
- Vasculitis and glomerulonephritis treatment
- Tailored immunosuppressive regimens
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
- ICU-based CRRT and SLED protocols
- Fluid and electrolyte management
- Multiorgan support coordination
Treatment Philosophy
Dr. Darji practices a patient-focused, evidence-based approach:
- Comprehensive assessment combining clinical, laboratory, and imaging data
- Individualized care plans to slow CKD progression
- Minimally invasive vascular access techniques to improve quality of life
- Multidisciplinary collaboration with urology, cardiology, and transplant teams
- Emphasis on patient education and long-term self-management
Advanced Procedures
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Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
Critical care support in AKI and multiorgan failure -
Hemodialysis & Online Hemodiafiltration (HDF)
High-efficiency solute clearance with biocompatible membranes -
Peritoneal Dialysis
CAPD/APD patient training and monitoring -
Renal Transplant Evaluation & Management
Donor screening, surgical coordination, and immunosuppressive protocols -
Renal Biopsy & Glomerular Disease Workup
Image-guided biopsy and histopathology collaboration
Support Services
- CKD education and support groups
- Nutritional counseling for renal diets
- Home dialysis training and tele-nephrology follow-up
- Psychological support for chronic disease adjustment
- Family counseling for hereditary kidney disorders
Reopine Consultation Details
Available Services:
- First Opinion Consultations – CKD evaluation and staging
- Second Opinion Reviews – Dialysis and transplant plan assessment
- Dialysis Management Consultations – Modality selection and optimization
- Transplant Consultations – Pre- and post-transplant guidance
- Glomerular Disease Consultations – Immunotherapy planning
- AKI & ICU Nephrology Consultations – Critical care dialysis strategies
Languages Spoken:
- English (Fluent)
- Hindi (Fluent)
- Gujarati (Native)
Why Choose Dr. Prakash Darji?
- 27+ years of nephrology and transplant experience
- Pioneered CRRT protocols in Gujarat with Australian fellowship training
- Founding Director of Gujarat Kidney Foundation
- Comprehensive care model from prevention through transplant
Book Your Consultation
Dr. Prakash Darji offers expert nephrology consultations through Reopine’s secure virtual platform, providing tailored management plans for all stages of kidney disease and transplantation.
Last Updated: September 2025
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Date: 15 Feb 2026
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