Prof.Sanjay Kumar Agarwal is one of India’s most distinguished nephrologists and transplant physicians, with more than four decades of dedicated service in nephrology, renal transplantation, chronic kidney disease (CKD) prevention, dialysis programs, and medical education. He had served as Chairman, Department of Nephrology & Kidney Transplant Medicine at Marengo Asia Hospital Gurugram, India. Currently he is in-charge of Save The Kidney Clinic, Gurugram.

Prior to joining Marengo Asia Hospital, he served at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi in several prestigious academic positions, including Professor & Head, Department of Nephrology. His long academic tenure at AIIMS significantly contributed to the advancement of nephrology education, dialysis and renal transplantation services, and nephrology research in India.

He has also served as Assistant Professor at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI), Lucknow. Throughout his academic career, he has trained more than 150 postgraduate and super-specialty residents, shaping future generations of nephrologists and transplant specialists.

Contributions to Nephrology & Transplant Medicine

Prof. Agarwal has played a pioneering role in strengthening nephrology care and organ transplantation programs in India. His major contributions include:

• Establishment and strengthening of renal transplant registries and biobanks for kidney diseases.
• Significant contribution to the development of the National Organ Transplant Program and the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO).
• Leadership in framing national guidelines for chronic kidney disease management, dialysis care, and transplantation policies.
• Contribution as subject expert to multiple Government of India committees related to CKD, dialysis, infection control, and organ transplantation.
• Promotion of preventive nephrology and community screening programs for hypertension and CKD.
• Establishment of multidisciplinary and holistic nephrology care systems integrating surgery, pathology, radiology, transplant immunology, and dialysis services.

His expertise has been recognized globally through collaborations with international organizations including the International Society of Nephrology (ISN), WHO, KDIGO, and transplantation societies worldwide.

Research & Scientific Achievements

Prof. Agarwal has made exceptional contributions to nephrology research with:

• 292 scientific publications
• 79 abstract publications
• More than 30 funded extramural research projects
• Extensive research in CKD, renal transplantation, dialysis, diabetic nephropathy, lupus nephritis, transplant infections, and glomerular diseases
• Numerous multicentric national and international clinical trials

His research has significantly influenced nephrology practice, transplant medicine, and CKD policy development in India and internationally.

Awards, Fellowships & Recognitions

Prof. Agarwal has received numerous national and international honors for his academic, clinical, and research excellence, including:

• Dronacharya Award for National Contribution in Nephrology (2025)
• Pride of Indian Healthcare (Nephrology) Award (2025)
• Fellowship of International Society of Nephrology (2023)
• Outstanding Healthcare Professional of the Year – Nephrology (2023 & 2024)
• Fellowship of Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (2017)
• AIIMS Excellence Research Award (2017)
• Swastha Bharat Samman by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
• Multiple prestigious orations delivered nationally and internationally

He was also listed among the top 2% nephrologists/scientists in the Stanford global scientist ranking in 2024 and 2025.

Leadership & Academic Service

Prof. Agarwal has held several influential leadership positions, including:

• Chair of CKD Global Burden of Disease in India
• Fellow and Council member of National Academy of Medical Sciences, India
• Vice President, Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (2026–2027)
• Council Member, International Society of Nephrology
• Chairman and member of multiple Government of India expert committees
• Advisor for national dialysis and CKD programs
• Contributor to nephrology curriculum reforms in India

His leadership has greatly strengthened nephrology education, public health policy, dialysis infrastructure, and organ transplantation systems across India.

Eligibility for Outstanding Academician Award 

Prof. Sanjay Kumar Agarwal is highly eligible for the Outstanding Academician Award – Scientific Laurels due to his extraordinary and sustained contributions to medical science, nephrology education, clinical excellence, public health policy, and translational research.

His eligibility is strongly supported by:

• More than 40 years of academic and clinical excellence
• Leadership at premier institutions including AIIMS
• Outstanding research record with nearly 300 publications
• National and international recognition in nephrology and transplantation
• Significant contributions to CKD prevention and dialysis programs in India
• Mentorship of large numbers of nephrology specialists and researchers
• Participation in WHO, ISN, KDIGO, and Government of India expert panels
• Major role in establishing national transplant and dialysis frameworks
• Multiple prestigious awards, fellowships, and academic honors

His career reflects exceptional dedication to scientific advancement, healthcare leadership, medical education, and community-oriented nephrology care, making him a highly deserving candidate for the Outstanding Academician Award – Scientific Laurels.