About Dr. Alka Bhasin
Dr. Alka Bhasin is a senior nephrologist and renal transplant medicine specialist in New Delhi. She currently serves as Principal Director of Nephrology and Renal Transplant Medicine at Max Healthcare. Her practice focuses on kidney disease, dialysis, renal replacement therapy, kidney transplantation, hypertension-related kidney problems, and complex renal disorders. Max Healthcare currently lists her with more than 26 years of experience.
Dr. Bhasin completed her medical degree at Trinity College Dublin in Ireland and subsequently undertook internal medicine residency training at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. She completed her nephrology fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. Her professional qualifications also include MRCP from Ireland, FRCP from London, and American Board certifications in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.
She has held senior nephrology positions in Delhi and has been involved in developing dialysis and kidney-care services. Patients looking for related specialists can browse the Doctiplus nephrology directory.
Focus Areas
- Chronic kidney disease
- Acute kidney injury
- Kidney failure
- Renal transplantation
- Dialysis and hemodialysis
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Kidney-related hypertension
- Diabetic kidney disease
- Renal biopsy
- Hematuria
- Electrolyte disorders
- Vascular access
- Renal replacement therapy
Patients can learn more about kidney diseases through the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. MedlinePlus also provides information about kidney diseases.
Specialties And Nephrology Approach
Nephrology focuses on diseases affecting kidney function, fluid balance, electrolytes, blood pressure, and the body’s waste-removal systems. Kidney problems can range from temporary changes in function to progressive chronic disease requiring dialysis or transplantation.
Dr. Bhasin’s clinical practice covers both general nephrology and renal transplant medicine. Her listed areas of care include acute kidney disease, chronic kidney disease, nephrotic syndrome, dialysis, kidney transplantation, renal biopsy, hematuria, and electrolyte disorders.
Assessment generally involves reviewing kidney-function tests, urine findings, blood pressure, medications, medical history, and imaging or biopsy results where appropriate.
Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic kidney disease occurs when kidney function or kidney structure remains abnormal over time. Diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, inherited conditions, autoimmune disorders, and other problems can contribute to kidney damage.
Dr. Bhasin has extensive experience in the management of chronic kidney disease and related complications. Her recent patient education article for Max Healthcare discusses the role of blood creatinine as an indicator used when assessing kidney filtration and emphasizes the importance of monitoring people who have risk factors for kidney disease.
Management depends on the underlying cause and stage of kidney disease. Patients may require medication, blood-pressure management, nutritional guidance, monitoring, treatment of complications, or preparation for renal replacement therapy when kidney function becomes severely impaired.
Dialysis And Renal Replacement Therapy
When the kidneys can no longer adequately perform essential filtering and fluid-regulation functions, renal replacement therapy may be required. The main forms include hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, while transplantation is another option for selected patients.
Dr. Bhasin’s professional background includes extensive experience in dialysis and renal replacement therapy. She has also been involved in nephrology and dialysis service development and has professional memberships in the Indian Society of Peritoneal Dialysis and Indian Society of Hemodialysis.
The choice of treatment depends on kidney function, overall health, medical circumstances, lifestyle considerations, and whether transplantation is clinically appropriate.
Renal Transplant Medicine
Kidney transplantation can provide a long-term treatment option for selected people with advanced kidney failure. Transplant care involves evaluation before transplantation as well as ongoing monitoring afterward.
Dr. Bhasin completed a nephrology fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and has professional experience in nephrology and transplantation. Her current role at Max Healthcare specifically combines nephrology with renal transplant medicine.
Transplant medicine requires continuing assessment of kidney function, medications, blood pressure, infection risk, and other factors that can affect the health of the transplanted kidney.
Nephrotic Syndrome And Renal Disorders
Nephrotic syndrome is a group of findings associated with significant protein loss through the kidneys and can occur because of several different kidney diseases.
Dr. Bhasin’s clinical profile includes nephrotic syndrome among the conditions she treats. Her broader nephrology practice also covers renal biopsy and other investigations used to identify the cause of kidney disease.
A renal biopsy may be considered in selected patients when examining kidney tissue can help clarify the diagnosis or guide treatment. The decision depends on the patient’s symptoms, laboratory findings, kidney function, and suspected underlying disease.
Hypertension And Kidney Health
High blood pressure and kidney disease are closely connected. Long-standing hypertension can damage the kidneys, while kidney disease itself can contribute to difficult-to-control blood pressure.
Dr. Bhasin provides nephrology care for kidney conditions associated with hypertension and other systemic diseases. Her practice includes evaluation of kidney function and management of renal complications associated with chronic medical conditions.
Her recent educational writing also emphasizes the value of kidney-function assessment in people with risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, kidney stones, or a family history of kidney disease.
Acute Kidney Injury
Acute kidney injury involves a sudden reduction in kidney function. It can occur in connection with severe illness, dehydration, infections, certain medications, obstruction, surgery, or other medical problems.
Dr. Bhasin’s listed clinical services include treatment of acute kidney disease and acute renal failure.
Management of acute kidney injury focuses on identifying and treating the underlying cause while monitoring kidney function, fluid balance, electrolytes, and other important measurements. Some patients recover kidney function, while others may require temporary or ongoing renal replacement therapy.
Patient Care And Communication
Kidney disease often requires patients to understand laboratory results, medication changes, blood-pressure targets, dietary considerations, and long-term monitoring. A clear explanation of the condition can help patients understand why repeated testing or follow-up may be necessary.
Dr. Bhasin has also contributed patient-facing educational material through Max Healthcare. Her January 2026 article discusses creatinine testing and explains why people with certain kidney-disease risk factors may benefit from kidney-function assessment.
Patients preparing for a nephrology consultation can bring previous kidney-function tests, urine reports, ultrasound or other imaging, medication lists, blood-pressure records, and information about previous hospitalizations or dialysis.
Professional Experience And Leadership
Dr. Bhasin previously served as Head of Nephrology at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, from 2000 to 2013. She subsequently continued senior nephrology work at Saket City Hospital and is currently listed by Max Healthcare as Principal Director of Nephrology and Renal Transplant Medicine.
She has also contributed to dialysis education. In 2010, she was involved in creating a dialysis technician course syllabus in collaboration with NCERT for CBSE students after Class X. Her professional memberships include the American Society of Nephrology, Indian Society of Nephrology, Indian Society of Organ Transplantation, Indian Society of Peritoneal Dialysis, Indian Society of Hemodialysis, and Delhi Society of Nephrology.
Credentials And Education
Dr. Alka Bhasin completed her MB BCh BAO at Trinity College Dublin Medical School, Ireland, from 1987 to 1993. She completed internal medicine residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, from 1996 to 1998, followed by a fellowship in nephrology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia from 1998 to 2000.
Her additional professional qualifications include MRCP from the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, Diplomate of the American Board of Nephrology, and FRCP from the Royal College of Physicians, London.
Her Delhi Medical Council registration is listed as 65453, registered in 2000.
Awards And Professional Recognition
Dr. Bhasin has received several professional recognitions during her career. These include the Max Healthcare Award for Outstanding Contribution by a Physician in 2010 and the Champions Trophy for Best Quality for the Max Hospital Saket Department of Nephrology and Dialysis in 2013. She was also a Foundation Scholar of Trinity College Dublin during her medical education.
Her work has included clinical service development, dialysis quality improvement, patient education, and professional teaching alongside routine nephrology care.
Clinic And Appointment Information
Dr. Bhasin currently practices at Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, and Max Multi Speciality Centre, Panchsheel Park, in New Delhi. Max Healthcare currently lists her as Principal Director of Nephrology and Renal Transplant Medicine with 26+ years of experience.
Patients should contact the relevant Max Healthcare facility directly to confirm the latest consultation schedule, fees, insurance arrangements, appointment availability, and services before visiting.
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