Dr. Suman Lata Nayak

Professional summary

Dr. Suman Lata Nayak is a distinguished nephrologist and kidney-transplant specialist with considerable experience in transplant nephrology, renal pathology, and CKD/dialysis management. Her leadership roles, strong qualifications (DM Nephrology, ISN fellowship), and contributions to institutional development (e.g., ILBS) make her a valuable inclusion in the TransplantOCare portal under the category “Kidney Transplant & Nephrology Specialists”.

• Dr. Nayak is a seasoned nephrologist and transplant-physician, with expertise in renal transplants, complex renal pathology, and management of kidney disease associated with liver disorders and dialysis. She has held leadership roles in major tertiary hospitals in Delhi NCR and has contributed significantly to clinical research and teaching.

Education and qualifications

MBBS, MD, DM, ISN Scholar

MBBS — Pt. B. D. Sharma PGIMS Rohtak (Haryana) MD (Internal Medicine) — Pt. B. D. Sharma PGIMS Rohtak " DM (Nephrology) — AIIMS, New Delhi ISN Scholar for Renal Transplant — St.George’s Hospital, London, 2013

Clinical expertise

• "Kidney Transplantation: including donor-recipient planning, transplant nephrology,
• and long-term follow-up." "Nephrology in Liver Disease: acute kidney injury in patients with liver disease, bile
• cast nephropathy etc." "Chronic Kidney Disease & Dialysis: CKD from diabetic/hypertensive causes, dialysis
• (hemodialysis/peritoneal), renal replacement therapy." Resistant Hypertension, nephrotic syndrome, vascular access for dialysis.

Career experience

• "Head of Department & Consultant – Nephrology & Kidney Transplant, Manipal
• Hospitals, Dwarka, Delhi." "Previously: Director – Nephrology & Kidney Transplant at Fortis Hospital, Vasant
• Kunj & Fortis Shalimar Bagh (July 2022–March 2024)" "Founder Faculty: Established Department of Nephrology & Transplantation at ILBS,
• New Delhi."

Achievements

"Key Highlight: She played a major role in establishing the Nephrology & Transplant programme at Institute of Liver & Biliary Sciences (ILBS), New Delhi."

• "Recognised as a ‘very reputed’ nephrologist practising for 20+ years, specialising in
• kidney transplantation and renal pathology." Awarded ISN scholarship and distinctions in nephro-pathology courses. "Active in public awareness: Organises free kidney-disease awareness camps (e.g.,
• on World Kidney Day)."

Approach to patients

• "Known for a patient-centric approach, emphasising clear education, counselling and
• donor/recipient informed decision-making." "Highly rated as a nephrologist in Delhi NCR hospitals; example: 98%
• recommendation in one directory listing."