Bengaluru, 14th November 2025: Manipal Hospital Millers Road has announced the appointment of two distinguished nephrologists — Dr. Naveen M Nayak, Consultant – Nephrologist, and Dr. Rajiv E N, Consultant – Nephrologist and Transplant Physician, reinforcing its commitment to advancing excellence in renal sciences and comprehensive kidney transplant care.
Together, they bring a wealth of experience in nephrology and kidney transplantation, strengthening the hospital’s focus on delivering exceptional care for patients with complex kidney conditions. Their arrival is set to further enhance Manipal Hospital Millers Road’s multidisciplinary approach to renal replacement therapy, dialysis, and transplant medicine, ensuring patients benefit from the latest medical advancements backed by seasoned clinical expertise.
Dr. Naveen M Nayak is an accomplished nephrologist with over 15 years of experience in managing acute and chronic kidney diseases, dialysis, and renal transplantation. His areas of expertise include glomerular diseases, renal replacement therapies, peritoneal dialysis, and the management of post-transplant patients. A DNB in Nephrology, Dr. Nayak is known for his clinical precision, research contributions, and a patient-centered approach that emphasizes long-term kidney health and quality of life.
Dr. Rajiv E N brings over a decade of experience in nephrology and multiorgan transplantation. Having been part of over 700 complex renal transplants, including ABO-incompatible, combined liver–kidney, and simultaneous kidney-pancreas transplants, he is recognized for his precision and expertise in managing challenging transplant cases. A DM (Nephrology) graduate from the Institute of Nephro-Urology, Victoria Hospital, Bengaluru, Dr. Rajiv has extensive experience in intensive care nephrology, CRRT, and glomerular disease management. He has several award-winning papers and publications to his credit in reputed journals and conferences.
Speaking on the appointments Dr. Niranjan Rai, Hospital Director, Manipal Hospital Millers Road, said, “Welcoming Dr. Nayak and Dr. Rajiv to our team is a big step forward for our nephrology program. Their depth of experience in kidney care and transplants will help us offer patients more advanced treatment options and better outcomes, all with the compassion and precision Manipal Hospitals stands for.”
With this development, Manipal Hospital Millers Road reaffirms its position as a leading destination for advanced nephrology and renal transplantation, combining medical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care under one roof.