English

    Overview

  • Dr. Abhishek Kumar, is a Senior Consultant in Nephrology at Manipal Hospitals, E.M. Bypass, Kolkata. After more than a decade working in the medical industry, he has solidified his reputation as a top authority in his area of expertise. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from CALCUTTA NATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA. Subsequently, he completed his Doctor of Medicine (MD) in INTERNAL MEDICINE from R.G.KAR MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA.

  • He obtained a DM (Doctor of Medicine) degree in Nephrology from the Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education & Research (IPGMER, SSKM Hospital). 

  • Dr. Kumar has been awarded Fellowship in the American Society of Nephrology (FASN) in recognition of his proven professional contributions and diverse set of skills and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of nephrology. The FASN designation lets colleagues and patients know that he is a part of an outstanding group of nephrology professionals who are interested in conducting research in areas relevant to nephrology and meet the rigorous standards set by the AMERCIAN SOCIETY OF NEPHROLOGY(ASN).

  • His expertise covers comprehensive renal care, including advanced dialysis procedures, kidney failure management, and preventive nephrology. 

  • Recently, Dr. Kumar has initiated a strong, effective, and efficient cadaveric transplantation program at MANIPAL HOSPITAL EM BYPASS, KOLKATA. There is a need to sensitise and augment the rate of Cadaveric transplantation to increase the donor pool. A deeply committed cadaveric transplant program is needed to improve the cadaveric donation rate. Cadaveric organs are nation's invaluable resources, and an organ wasted is a life wasted.

  • His commitment to medical research has led him to co-author numerous research papers published in leading nephrology journals, further advancing global kidney disease management standards. Patients trust Dr. Kumar for his exceptional expertise in managing end-stage renal disease (ESRD), diabetic nephropathy, hypertensive kidney disease, and genetic kidney disorders and renal transplant patients.

  • Field of Expertise

  • Specialised in providing comprehensive care and management of patients with diabetic kidney disease, achieving improved kidney functionality.
  • Proficient in Renal Transplantations, Haemodialysis, and addressing glomerular diseases, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Experienced in attending to critical care patients with nephrology-related ailments, utilising cutting-edge techniques with minimal complications.
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Member of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN).
  • Member of the Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT).
  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Bengali
  • Hindi
  • Awards & Achievements

  • 2023--Awarded Fellowship by the American Society of Nephrology.
  • Participated as a Faculty Member at the HOPECON for the last 2 years.
  • Presented a paper on--PREDICTORS OF ADEQUACY OF HEMODIALYSIS AT A SINGLE CENTRE IN EASTERN INDIA” at the World Congress of Nephrology 2023, organised by the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and hosted by the Nephrology Society of Thailand (NST) and the Asian Pacific Society of Nephrology (APSN).
  • Presented a paper on-- A STUDY COMPARING RITUXIMAB AND MODIFIED PONTICELLI REGIMEN IN PMN” at the KIDNEY WEEK 2021, organised by the American Society of Nephrology (ISN) at San Diego, California, USA.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Kumar A, Pahari D - A Retrospective Analysis of Factors Influencing Maintenance Haemodialysis Adequacy: A Single-centre Study in Eastern India. J Assoc Physicians India 2025;73(1):15–17. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Gupta SD, Kumar A, Pulai S, et al. Clinical and urine scoring in assessing the long‑term outcome of acute kidney injury/acute kidney disease with risk of progression to chronic kidney disease. Indian J Kidney Dis 2023; 2:5-12. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A Mukherjee S, Sengupta M, Basu K, Ray Chaudhury A, et al. Utility of serum anti-phospholipase A2receptor antibody as a biomarker in membranous nephropathy: An experience from a tertiary care centre of Eastern India. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:269-77. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Roychowdhury A, Sengupta M, Basu K, Abraham A, Chatterjee U, et al. Heavy chain deposition disease in a case of clear cell renal cell carcinoma- A jack in the box. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:587-90.
  • Kumar A, Gupta SD, Chaudhury AR, and Kataruka R (2025). Peritoneal Dialysis Program in Government Institute under PMNDP: Initial Experience of Different Catheter Insertion Methods of Two Centres. Int J Nephrol Ren Diosrd 4(1): 109(ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Chaudhury AR, Pulai S, Gupta SD, Nanda A, Anwer J, et al. COVID-19 in haemodialysis: A prospective, observational, single-centre data from Eastern India. Indian J Nephrol 2022; 32:90-1(LETTER TO EDITOR).

    Fellowship & Membership

  • Member of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN).
  • Member of the Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT).
  • Overview

  • Dr. Abhishek Kumar, is a Senior Consultant in Nephrology at Manipal Hospitals, E.M. Bypass, Kolkata. After more than a decade working in the medical industry, he has solidified his reputation as a top authority in his area of expertise. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from CALCUTTA NATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA. Subsequently, he completed his Doctor of Medicine (MD) in INTERNAL MEDICINE from R.G.KAR MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA.

  • He obtained a DM (Doctor of Medicine) degree in Nephrology from the Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education & Research (IPGMER, SSKM Hospital). 

  • Dr. Kumar has been awarded Fellowship in the American Society of Nephrology (FASN) in recognition of his proven professional contributions and diverse set of skills and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of nephrology. The FASN designation lets colleagues and patients know that he is a part of an outstanding group of nephrology professionals who are interested in conducting research in areas relevant to nephrology and meet the rigorous standards set by the AMERCIAN SOCIETY OF NEPHROLOGY(ASN).

  • His expertise covers comprehensive renal care, including advanced dialysis procedures, kidney failure management, and preventive nephrology. 

  • Recently, Dr. Kumar has initiated a strong, effective, and efficient cadaveric transplantation program at MANIPAL HOSPITAL EM BYPASS, KOLKATA. There is a need to sensitise and augment the rate of Cadaveric transplantation to increase the donor pool. A deeply committed cadaveric transplant program is needed to improve the cadaveric donation rate. Cadaveric organs are nation's invaluable resources, and an organ wasted is a life wasted.

  • His commitment to medical research has led him to co-author numerous research papers published in leading nephrology journals, further advancing global kidney disease management standards. Patients trust Dr. Kumar for his exceptional expertise in managing end-stage renal disease (ESRD), diabetic nephropathy, hypertensive kidney disease, and genetic kidney disorders and renal transplant patients.

  • Field of Expertise

  • Specialised in providing comprehensive care and management of patients with diabetic kidney disease, achieving improved kidney functionality.
  • Proficient in Renal Transplantations, Haemodialysis, and addressing glomerular diseases, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Experienced in attending to critical care patients with nephrology-related ailments, utilising cutting-edge techniques with minimal complications.
  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Bengali
  • Hindi
  • Awards & Achievements

  • 2023--Awarded Fellowship by the American Society of Nephrology.
  • Participated as a Faculty Member at the HOPECON for the last 2 years.
  • Presented a paper on--PREDICTORS OF ADEQUACY OF HEMODIALYSIS AT A SINGLE CENTRE IN EASTERN INDIA” at the World Congress of Nephrology 2023, organised by the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and hosted by the Nephrology Society of Thailand (NST) and the Asian Pacific Society of Nephrology (APSN).
  • Presented a paper on-- A STUDY COMPARING RITUXIMAB AND MODIFIED PONTICELLI REGIMEN IN PMN” at the KIDNEY WEEK 2021, organised by the American Society of Nephrology (ISN) at San Diego, California, USA.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Kumar A, Pahari D - A Retrospective Analysis of Factors Influencing Maintenance Haemodialysis Adequacy: A Single-centre Study in Eastern India. J Assoc Physicians India 2025;73(1):15–17. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Gupta SD, Kumar A, Pulai S, et al. Clinical and urine scoring in assessing the long‑term outcome of acute kidney injury/acute kidney disease with risk of progression to chronic kidney disease. Indian J Kidney Dis 2023; 2:5-12. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A Mukherjee S, Sengupta M, Basu K, Ray Chaudhury A, et al. Utility of serum anti-phospholipase A2receptor antibody as a biomarker in membranous nephropathy: An experience from a tertiary care centre of Eastern India. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:269-77. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Roychowdhury A, Sengupta M, Basu K, Abraham A, Chatterjee U, et al. Heavy chain deposition disease in a case of clear cell renal cell carcinoma- A jack in the box. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:587-90.
  • Kumar A, Gupta SD, Chaudhury AR, and Kataruka R (2025). Peritoneal Dialysis Program in Government Institute under PMNDP: Initial Experience of Different Catheter Insertion Methods of Two Centres. Int J Nephrol Ren Diosrd 4(1): 109(ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Chaudhury AR, Pulai S, Gupta SD, Nanda A, Anwer J, et al. COVID-19 in haemodialysis: A prospective, observational, single-centre data from Eastern India. Indian J Nephrol 2022; 32:90-1(LETTER TO EDITOR).

    Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Bengali
  • Hindi
  • Overview

  • Dr. Abhishek Kumar, is a Senior Consultant in Nephrology at Manipal Hospitals, E.M. Bypass, Kolkata. After more than a decade working in the medical industry, he has solidified his reputation as a top authority in his area of expertise. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from CALCUTTA NATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA. Subsequently, he completed his Doctor of Medicine (MD) in INTERNAL MEDICINE from R.G.KAR MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA.

  • He obtained a DM (Doctor of Medicine) degree in Nephrology from the Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education & Research (IPGMER, SSKM Hospital). 

  • Dr. Kumar has been awarded Fellowship in the American Society of Nephrology (FASN) in recognition of his proven professional contributions and diverse set of skills and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of nephrology. The FASN designation lets colleagues and patients know that he is a part of an outstanding group of nephrology professionals who are interested in conducting research in areas relevant to nephrology and meet the rigorous standards set by the AMERCIAN SOCIETY OF NEPHROLOGY(ASN).

  • His expertise covers comprehensive renal care, including advanced dialysis procedures, kidney failure management, and preventive nephrology. 

  • Recently, Dr. Kumar has initiated a strong, effective, and efficient cadaveric transplantation program at MANIPAL HOSPITAL EM BYPASS, KOLKATA. There is a need to sensitise and augment the rate of Cadaveric transplantation to increase the donor pool. A deeply committed cadaveric transplant program is needed to improve the cadaveric donation rate. Cadaveric organs are nation's invaluable resources, and an organ wasted is a life wasted.

  • His commitment to medical research has led him to co-author numerous research papers published in leading nephrology journals, further advancing global kidney disease management standards. Patients trust Dr. Kumar for his exceptional expertise in managing end-stage renal disease (ESRD), diabetic nephropathy, hypertensive kidney disease, and genetic kidney disorders and renal transplant patients.

  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Member of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN).
  • Member of the Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT).
  • Field of Expertise

  • Specialised in providing comprehensive care and management of patients with diabetic kidney disease, achieving improved kidney functionality.
  • Proficient in Renal Transplantations, Haemodialysis, and addressing glomerular diseases, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Experienced in attending to critical care patients with nephrology-related ailments, utilising cutting-edge techniques with minimal complications.
  • Awards & Achievements

  • 2023--Awarded Fellowship by the American Society of Nephrology.
  • Participated as a Faculty Member at the HOPECON for the last 2 years.
  • Presented a paper on--PREDICTORS OF ADEQUACY OF HEMODIALYSIS AT A SINGLE CENTRE IN EASTERN INDIA” at the World Congress of Nephrology 2023, organised by the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and hosted by the Nephrology Society of Thailand (NST) and the Asian Pacific Society of Nephrology (APSN).
  • Presented a paper on-- A STUDY COMPARING RITUXIMAB AND MODIFIED PONTICELLI REGIMEN IN PMN” at the KIDNEY WEEK 2021, organised by the American Society of Nephrology (ISN) at San Diego, California, USA.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Kumar A, Pahari D - A Retrospective Analysis of Factors Influencing Maintenance Haemodialysis Adequacy: A Single-centre Study in Eastern India. J Assoc Physicians India 2025;73(1):15–17. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Gupta SD, Kumar A, Pulai S, et al. Clinical and urine scoring in assessing the long‑term outcome of acute kidney injury/acute kidney disease with risk of progression to chronic kidney disease. Indian J Kidney Dis 2023; 2:5-12. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A Mukherjee S, Sengupta M, Basu K, Ray Chaudhury A, et al. Utility of serum anti-phospholipase A2receptor antibody as a biomarker in membranous nephropathy: An experience from a tertiary care centre of Eastern India. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:269-77. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Roychowdhury A, Sengupta M, Basu K, Abraham A, Chatterjee U, et al. Heavy chain deposition disease in a case of clear cell renal cell carcinoma- A jack in the box. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:587-90.
  • Kumar A, Gupta SD, Chaudhury AR, and Kataruka R (2025). Peritoneal Dialysis Program in Government Institute under PMNDP: Initial Experience of Different Catheter Insertion Methods of Two Centres. Int J Nephrol Ren Diosrd 4(1): 109(ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Chaudhury AR, Pulai S, Gupta SD, Nanda A, Anwer J, et al. COVID-19 in haemodialysis: A prospective, observational, single-centre data from Eastern India. Indian J Nephrol 2022; 32:90-1(LETTER TO EDITOR).

    Field of Expertise

  • Specialised in providing comprehensive care and management of patients with diabetic kidney disease, achieving improved kidney functionality.
  • Proficient in Renal Transplantations, Haemodialysis, and addressing glomerular diseases, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Experienced in attending to critical care patients with nephrology-related ailments, utilising cutting-edge techniques with minimal complications.
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Member of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN).
  • Member of the Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT).
  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Bengali
  • Hindi
  • Awards & Achievements

  • 2023--Awarded Fellowship by the American Society of Nephrology.
  • Participated as a Faculty Member at the HOPECON for the last 2 years.
  • Presented a paper on--PREDICTORS OF ADEQUACY OF HEMODIALYSIS AT A SINGLE CENTRE IN EASTERN INDIA” at the World Congress of Nephrology 2023, organised by the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and hosted by the Nephrology Society of Thailand (NST) and the Asian Pacific Society of Nephrology (APSN).
  • Presented a paper on-- A STUDY COMPARING RITUXIMAB AND MODIFIED PONTICELLI REGIMEN IN PMN” at the KIDNEY WEEK 2021, organised by the American Society of Nephrology (ISN) at San Diego, California, USA.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Kumar A, Pahari D - A Retrospective Analysis of Factors Influencing Maintenance Haemodialysis Adequacy: A Single-centre Study in Eastern India. J Assoc Physicians India 2025;73(1):15–17. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Gupta SD, Kumar A, Pulai S, et al. Clinical and urine scoring in assessing the long‑term outcome of acute kidney injury/acute kidney disease with risk of progression to chronic kidney disease. Indian J Kidney Dis 2023; 2:5-12. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A Mukherjee S, Sengupta M, Basu K, Ray Chaudhury A, et al. Utility of serum anti-phospholipase A2receptor antibody as a biomarker in membranous nephropathy: An experience from a tertiary care centre of Eastern India. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:269-77. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Roychowdhury A, Sengupta M, Basu K, Abraham A, Chatterjee U, et al. Heavy chain deposition disease in a case of clear cell renal cell carcinoma- A jack in the box. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:587-90.
  • Kumar A, Gupta SD, Chaudhury AR, and Kataruka R (2025). Peritoneal Dialysis Program in Government Institute under PMNDP: Initial Experience of Different Catheter Insertion Methods of Two Centres. Int J Nephrol Ren Diosrd 4(1): 109(ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Chaudhury AR, Pulai S, Gupta SD, Nanda A, Anwer J, et al. COVID-19 in haemodialysis: A prospective, observational, single-centre data from Eastern India. Indian J Nephrol 2022; 32:90-1(LETTER TO EDITOR).
  • Overview

  • Dr. Abhishek Kumar, is a Senior Consultant in Nephrology at Manipal Hospitals, E.M. Bypass, Kolkata. After more than a decade working in the medical industry, he has solidified his reputation as a top authority in his area of expertise. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from CALCUTTA NATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA. Subsequently, he completed his Doctor of Medicine (MD) in INTERNAL MEDICINE from R.G.KAR MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA.

  • He obtained a DM (Doctor of Medicine) degree in Nephrology from the Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education & Research (IPGMER, SSKM Hospital). 

  • Dr. Kumar has been awarded Fellowship in the American Society of Nephrology (FASN) in recognition of his proven professional contributions and diverse set of skills and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of nephrology. The FASN designation lets colleagues and patients know that he is a part of an outstanding group of nephrology professionals who are interested in conducting research in areas relevant to nephrology and meet the rigorous standards set by the AMERCIAN SOCIETY OF NEPHROLOGY(ASN).

  • His expertise covers comprehensive renal care, including advanced dialysis procedures, kidney failure management, and preventive nephrology. 

  • Recently, Dr. Kumar has initiated a strong, effective, and efficient cadaveric transplantation program at MANIPAL HOSPITAL EM BYPASS, KOLKATA. There is a need to sensitise and augment the rate of Cadaveric transplantation to increase the donor pool. A deeply committed cadaveric transplant program is needed to improve the cadaveric donation rate. Cadaveric organs are nation's invaluable resources, and an organ wasted is a life wasted.

  • His commitment to medical research has led him to co-author numerous research papers published in leading nephrology journals, further advancing global kidney disease management standards. Patients trust Dr. Kumar for his exceptional expertise in managing end-stage renal disease (ESRD), diabetic nephropathy, hypertensive kidney disease, and genetic kidney disorders and renal transplant patients.

    Awards & Achievements

  • 2023--Awarded Fellowship by the American Society of Nephrology.
  • Participated as a Faculty Member at the HOPECON for the last 2 years.
  • Presented a paper on--PREDICTORS OF ADEQUACY OF HEMODIALYSIS AT A SINGLE CENTRE IN EASTERN INDIA” at the World Congress of Nephrology 2023, organised by the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and hosted by the Nephrology Society of Thailand (NST) and the Asian Pacific Society of Nephrology (APSN).
  • Presented a paper on-- A STUDY COMPARING RITUXIMAB AND MODIFIED PONTICELLI REGIMEN IN PMN” at the KIDNEY WEEK 2021, organised by the American Society of Nephrology (ISN) at San Diego, California, USA.
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Member of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN).
  • Member of the Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT).
  • Field of Expertise

  • Specialised in providing comprehensive care and management of patients with diabetic kidney disease, achieving improved kidney functionality.
  • Proficient in Renal Transplantations, Haemodialysis, and addressing glomerular diseases, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Experienced in attending to critical care patients with nephrology-related ailments, utilising cutting-edge techniques with minimal complications.
  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Bengali
  • Hindi
  • Talks & Publications

  • Kumar A, Pahari D - A Retrospective Analysis of Factors Influencing Maintenance Haemodialysis Adequacy: A Single-centre Study in Eastern India. J Assoc Physicians India 2025;73(1):15–17. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Gupta SD, Kumar A, Pulai S, et al. Clinical and urine scoring in assessing the long‑term outcome of acute kidney injury/acute kidney disease with risk of progression to chronic kidney disease. Indian J Kidney Dis 2023; 2:5-12. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A Mukherjee S, Sengupta M, Basu K, Ray Chaudhury A, et al. Utility of serum anti-phospholipase A2receptor antibody as a biomarker in membranous nephropathy: An experience from a tertiary care centre of Eastern India. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:269-77. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Roychowdhury A, Sengupta M, Basu K, Abraham A, Chatterjee U, et al. Heavy chain deposition disease in a case of clear cell renal cell carcinoma- A jack in the box. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:587-90.
  • Kumar A, Gupta SD, Chaudhury AR, and Kataruka R (2025). Peritoneal Dialysis Program in Government Institute under PMNDP: Initial Experience of Different Catheter Insertion Methods of Two Centres. Int J Nephrol Ren Diosrd 4(1): 109(ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Chaudhury AR, Pulai S, Gupta SD, Nanda A, Anwer J, et al. COVID-19 in haemodialysis: A prospective, observational, single-centre data from Eastern India. Indian J Nephrol 2022; 32:90-1(LETTER TO EDITOR).
  • Overview

  • Dr. Abhishek Kumar, is a Senior Consultant in Nephrology at Manipal Hospitals, E.M. Bypass, Kolkata. After more than a decade working in the medical industry, he has solidified his reputation as a top authority in his area of expertise. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from CALCUTTA NATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA. Subsequently, he completed his Doctor of Medicine (MD) in INTERNAL MEDICINE from R.G.KAR MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA.

  • He obtained a DM (Doctor of Medicine) degree in Nephrology from the Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education & Research (IPGMER, SSKM Hospital). 

  • Dr. Kumar has been awarded Fellowship in the American Society of Nephrology (FASN) in recognition of his proven professional contributions and diverse set of skills and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of nephrology. The FASN designation lets colleagues and patients know that he is a part of an outstanding group of nephrology professionals who are interested in conducting research in areas relevant to nephrology and meet the rigorous standards set by the AMERCIAN SOCIETY OF NEPHROLOGY(ASN).

  • His expertise covers comprehensive renal care, including advanced dialysis procedures, kidney failure management, and preventive nephrology. 

  • Recently, Dr. Kumar has initiated a strong, effective, and efficient cadaveric transplantation program at MANIPAL HOSPITAL EM BYPASS, KOLKATA. There is a need to sensitise and augment the rate of Cadaveric transplantation to increase the donor pool. A deeply committed cadaveric transplant program is needed to improve the cadaveric donation rate. Cadaveric organs are nation's invaluable resources, and an organ wasted is a life wasted.

  • His commitment to medical research has led him to co-author numerous research papers published in leading nephrology journals, further advancing global kidney disease management standards. Patients trust Dr. Kumar for his exceptional expertise in managing end-stage renal disease (ESRD), diabetic nephropathy, hypertensive kidney disease, and genetic kidney disorders and renal transplant patients.

    Talks & Publications

  • Kumar A, Pahari D - A Retrospective Analysis of Factors Influencing Maintenance Haemodialysis Adequacy: A Single-centre Study in Eastern India. J Assoc Physicians India 2025;73(1):15–17. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Gupta SD, Kumar A, Pulai S, et al. Clinical and urine scoring in assessing the long‑term outcome of acute kidney injury/acute kidney disease with risk of progression to chronic kidney disease. Indian J Kidney Dis 2023; 2:5-12. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A Mukherjee S, Sengupta M, Basu K, Ray Chaudhury A, et al. Utility of serum anti-phospholipase A2receptor antibody as a biomarker in membranous nephropathy: An experience from a tertiary care centre of Eastern India. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:269-77. (ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Roychowdhury A, Sengupta M, Basu K, Abraham A, Chatterjee U, et al. Heavy chain deposition disease in a case of clear cell renal cell carcinoma- A jack in the box. Indian J Pathol Microbiol 2023; 66:587-90.
  • Kumar A, Gupta SD, Chaudhury AR, and Kataruka R (2025). Peritoneal Dialysis Program in Government Institute under PMNDP: Initial Experience of Different Catheter Insertion Methods of Two Centres. Int J Nephrol Ren Diosrd 4(1): 109(ORIGINAL ARTICLE).
  • Kumar A, Chaudhury AR, Pulai S, Gupta SD, Nanda A, Anwer J, et al. COVID-19 in haemodialysis: A prospective, observational, single-centre data from Eastern India. Indian J Nephrol 2022; 32:90-1(LETTER TO EDITOR).
  • Overview

  • Dr. Abhishek Kumar, is a Senior Consultant in Nephrology at Manipal Hospitals, E.M. Bypass, Kolkata. After more than a decade working in the medical industry, he has solidified his reputation as a top authority in his area of expertise. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from CALCUTTA NATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA. Subsequently, he completed his Doctor of Medicine (MD) in INTERNAL MEDICINE from R.G.KAR MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLKATA.

  • He obtained a DM (Doctor of Medicine) degree in Nephrology from the Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education & Research (IPGMER, SSKM Hospital). 

  • Dr. Kumar has been awarded Fellowship in the American Society of Nephrology (FASN) in recognition of his proven professional contributions and diverse set of skills and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of nephrology. The FASN designation lets colleagues and patients know that he is a part of an outstanding group of nephrology professionals who are interested in conducting research in areas relevant to nephrology and meet the rigorous standards set by the AMERCIAN SOCIETY OF NEPHROLOGY(ASN).

  • His expertise covers comprehensive renal care, including advanced dialysis procedures, kidney failure management, and preventive nephrology. 

  • Recently, Dr. Kumar has initiated a strong, effective, and efficient cadaveric transplantation program at MANIPAL HOSPITAL EM BYPASS, KOLKATA. There is a need to sensitise and augment the rate of Cadaveric transplantation to increase the donor pool. A deeply committed cadaveric transplant program is needed to improve the cadaveric donation rate. Cadaveric organs are nation's invaluable resources, and an organ wasted is a life wasted.

  • His commitment to medical research has led him to co-author numerous research papers published in leading nephrology journals, further advancing global kidney disease management standards. Patients trust Dr. Kumar for his exceptional expertise in managing end-stage renal disease (ESRD), diabetic nephropathy, hypertensive kidney disease, and genetic kidney disorders and renal transplant patients.

  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Member of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN).
  • Member of the Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT).
  • Field of Expertise

  • Specialised in providing comprehensive care and management of patients with diabetic kidney disease, achieving improved kidney functionality.
  • Proficient in Renal Transplantations, Haemodialysis, and addressing glomerular diseases, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Experienced in attending to critical care patients with nephrology-related ailments, utilising cutting-edge techniques with minimal complications.
  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Bengali
  • Hindi
  • Awards & Achievements

  • 2023--Awarded Fellowship by the American Society of Nephrology.
  • Participated as a Faculty Member at the HOPECON for the last 2 years.
  • Presented a paper on--PREDICTORS OF ADEQUACY OF HEMODIALYSIS AT A SINGLE CENTRE IN EASTERN INDIA” at the World Congress of Nephrology 2023, organised by the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and hosted by the Nephrology Society of Thailand (NST) and the Asian Pacific Society of Nephrology (APSN).
  • Presented a paper on-- A STUDY COMPARING RITUXIMAB AND MODIFIED PONTICELLI REGIMEN IN PMN” at the KIDNEY WEEK 2021, organised by the American Society of Nephrology (ISN) at San Diego, California, USA.

FAQ's

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