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BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Sharad Sheth is a distinguished Nephrologist and Consultant & Head of Nephrology at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai, with an exceptional 44 years of clinical experience in nephrology - including 8 years in academic teaching. He completed his MBBS from Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai, his MD in General Medicine from Bombay University securing 3rd rank, and his MNAMS in Nephrology from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi (1981). He additionally holds MCPS, reflecting his comprehensive postgraduate medical training. Prior to joining Kokilaben Hospital, his last major assignment was as Consultant and Head of the Department of Nephrology at Nanavati Hospital, Mumbai. Over his illustrious four-decade career, Dr. Sheth has performed more than 500 live kidney transplants, 25+ cadaver kidney transplants, and 5 ABO-incompatible transplants - a surgical volume that places him among the most experienced kidney transplant specialists in India. His clinical work further encompasses over 350 haemodialysis sessions per month, 1,000+ renal biopsies, peritoneal dialysis, and subclavian and femoral catheterisations. He has pioneered and contributed to several advanced nephrology techniques, including Sequential Ultrafiltration, Continuous Arteriovenous Haemofiltration (CAVH), Continuous Arteriovenous Haemodialysis (CAVHD), and Continuous Venovenous Haemodialysis (CVVHD) with CRRT machines - particularly in cardiac patients who developed acute renal failure following angiography and CABG. He has also contributed to the treatment of resistant schizophrenia through sequential ultrafiltration and peritoneal dialysis, reflecting his innovative approach to complex multi-system conditions.

Summary

Education & Qualifications

  • 1981 – MNAMS (Nephrology), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
  • MD (General Medicine) – Bombay University (3rd Rank)
  • MCPS

Medical Registration

  • NMC Registration No.: 35270
  • State Medical Council: Maharashtra Medical Council (1976)

Clinical Experience

  • PresentConsultant & Head – Nephrology, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai
  • Consultant & HOD – Nephrology, Nanavati Hospital, Mumbai

How Dr. Sharad Sheth Reviews Content on OnlyMyHealth

Dr. Sheth reviews all assigned nephrology, kidney transplant, and renal disease articles for clinical accuracy and alignment with current evidence-based guidelines from the Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT), drawing on his MNAMS-level training from AIIMS New Delhi, his 44 years of clinical and academic expertise, and his extensive publication record across renal transplantation, dialysis, and glomerular diseases before approving content for publication.

  • Alumni OfMBBS – Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai
  • Area Of Expertise
    • Kidney Transplant (Live, Cadaver & ABO-Incompatible)
    • Haemodialysis & Peritoneal Dialysis
    • Renal Biopsy
    • Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
    • Continuous Arteriovenous Haemofiltration (CAVH & CAVHD)
    • Continuous Venovenous Haemodialysis (CVVHD)
    • Sequential Ultrafiltration
    • Acute & Chronic Renal Failure Management
    • Glomerulonephritis
    • Renal & Renovascular Hypertension
    • Renal Tubular Acidosis
    • Urinary Tract Infections
    • Subclavian & Femoral Catheterisation
  • Certification:
    • Mumbai Nephrology Group (MNG) – Member
    • Indian Society of Nephrology (ISN) – Member
    • Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT) – Member
    • Indian Medical Association (IMA) – Speaker & Panelist
    • Association of Physicians of India (API) – Speaker & Panelist
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Medically reviewed content
200+ medical reviewers in network
17 Years of Trusted Health Content
Medically reviewed content
200+ medical reviewers in network
17 Years of Trusted Health Content