Dr. Sushma Rani Raju

Dr. Sushma Rani Raju is widely regarded as one of the leading kidney specialists in Bangalore, known for her clinical expertise and patient-focused approach. She currently serves as the Director and Head of the Division of Nephrology at the Sakra Institute of Renal Sciences, Sakra World Hospital, where she plays a key role in delivering advanced kidney care, including the management of complex renal conditions and kidney transplantation.

With over a decade of experience in nephrology, she has built a strong reputation in renal medicine and transplant care. She has trained and worked at some of India’s most reputed institutions, including Medanta - The Medicity, SGPGIMS Lucknow, St. John’s Medical College Hospital, Mysore Medical College, and Manipal Hospital, Bangalore. This diverse experience enables her to manage a wide range of kidney disorders, from early-stage disease to advanced renal failure requiring dialysis or transplantation.

She completed her MBBS, MD in Internal Medicine, and DM in Nephrology from the prestigious Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), Lucknow. She is known for her strong clinical judgment and compassionate approach to patient care, with key areas of focus including renal transplantation, dialysis care, acute kidney injury, and preventive nephrology.

Dr. Sushma has also contributed to the development of nephrology services, including establishing one of the early nephrology units of Davita Nephrolife in Bangalore. Her dedication and consistent patient outcomes make her a trusted choice for advanced kidney care.