Dr. Dinesh Khullar

Overview

Dr. Dinesh Khullar is one of India’s most renowned specialists in Nephrology and Renal Transplant Medicine, with over 33 years of clinical experience. He is widely respected for his leadership in kidney care and his remarkable contribution to renal transplantation. Currently, he serves as Group Chairman – Nephrology & Renal Transplant Medicine at Max Healthcare, where he leads advanced kidney treatment and transplant programs. With more than 5000+ successful kidney transplants, Dr. Khullar is considered a trusted authority in managing complex renal disorders and end-stage kidney disease.

• ✔33+ years of experience in Nephrology and Renal Transplant Medicine
• ✔Group Chairman – Nephrology & Renal Transplant Medicine at Max Healthcare
• ✔Performed 5000+ kidney transplants
• ✔Expertise in high-risk and ABO-incompatible transplants
• ✔Recognized leader in advanced kidney care and transplantation

Detailed Experience

Dr. Dinesh Khullar has extensive experience in nephrology and renal transplantation with a distinguished career spanning more than three decades. He has played a significant role in advancing kidney transplant programs and renal care services. His expertise includes management of complex transplant recipients, dialysis therapies, chronic kidney disease, and systemic renal disorders. He has also contributed extensively to academic teaching, research, and clinical governance.

• ✔Current: Group Chairman – Nephrology & Renal Transplant Medicine, Max Healthcare
• ✔Professor of Nephrology – GRIPMER, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi (1997–2013)
• ✔Lecturer – Nephrology, Dayanand Medical College & Hospital, Ludhiana (1994–1996)
• ✔Over 25 years of experience in renal transplantation and nephrology practice

Qualifications

• ✔MBBS – DMC & Hospital, Ludhiana (Punjab University)
• ✔MD (Medicine) – DMC & Hospital, Ludhiana (Punjab University)
• ✔DM (Nephrology) – PGIMER, Chandigarh

Clinical Focus

• ✔Kidney Transplantation
• ✔ABO-Incompatible & High-Risk Transplants
• ✔Management of Highly Sensitized Recipients
• ✔Advanced Dialysis & Hemodiafiltration
• ✔Peritoneal Dialysis
• ✔Chronic Kidney Disease Management
• ✔Diabetic Nephropathy & Hypertension
• ✔Renal Care in Systemic Disorders

Research & Publications

• ✔National lead investigator in major clinical trials including DAPA-CKD and TRANSFORM
• ✔Published extensively in national and international nephrology journals
• ✔Editor of the book: "Lupus Nephritis – Pathogenesis & Current Management"