Gleneagles Hospitals, Lakdi-ka-pul Marks World Kidney Day 2026; Highlights Sustainable Kidney Care and Early Detection
On the occasion of World Kidney Day 2026, Gleneagles Hospitals, Lakdi-ka-pul (A Fortis Network Hospital), reaffirmed its commitment to advancing renal health through early detection, patient education, and integrating sustainable healthcare practices. This year’s global theme — “Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet” – underscores the vital link between environmental well-being and kidney health.
The hospital’s Department of Nephrology, led by esteemed nephrologists Dr. K.S. Nayak, Dr. Chaitanya Varma, and Dr. Ravi Kumar N continues to set benchmarks in advanced kidney care, transplantation and dialysis services.
“World Kidney Day has evolved from an awareness day into a global movement that demands earlier detection, equitable access to care, and more sustainable ways of treating kidney disease,” said Dr. K.S. Nayak, Director – Nephrology and Renal Transplant Services, Gleneagles Hospitals, Lakdi-ka-pul. “At our centre, we are not only focused on complex transplants and advanced dialysis, but also on prevention, patient education, and reducing the environmental footprint of therapies such as dialysis, in line with this year’s theme of caring for people while protecting the planet.
Focus Areas for World Kidney Day 2026
- Environmental Impact: Raising awareness on how climate change, heat stress, and environmental toxins contribute to kidney disease.
- Sustainable Healthcare: Promoting eco-friendly practices in resource-intensive therapies such as dialysis.
- Early Detection & Prevention: Encouraging regular kidney screening for high-risk groups to detect disease early.
- 8 Golden Rules for Kidney Health: Spreading awareness on healthy habits — hydration, physical activity, and blood pressure control.
- Global Milestone: Celebrating 20 years of the World Kidney Day campaign’s impact worldwide.
Clinical and Surgical Excellence
Gleneagles Hospitals, Lakdi-ka-pul, stands as a centre of excellence for kidney care, having successfully managed a vast number of acute and chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients through evidence-based protocols.
