Nephrology

Syed Shah, M.D.

Transplant Nephrologist

Dr. Syed Iftikhar Shah, M.D., is a transplant nephrologist specializing in kidney transplantation and related complications at Kidney Specialists of Southern Nevada (KSOSN) in Las Vegas, NV. He primarily treats patients requiring kidney transplants, focusing on pre- and post-transplant care, including preparation for surgery, recovery management, and addressing rejection causes. His expertise encompasses chronic kidney disease, transplant medicine-kidney, and general nephrology conditions such a

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Nephrology (ABPN)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Peshawar (MD, 1991)
Residency: SUNY Downstate Medical Center (Internal Medicine, 2005)
Fellowship: SUNY Downstate Medical Center (Nephrology, 2009)
Fellowship: SUNY Downstate Medical Center (Transplant Medicine, 2010)

Years in Practice

35+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2024
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Chronic Kidney Disease

Conditions & Treatments

Chronic Kidney Disease

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center
Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada
MountainView Hospital
Spring Valley Hospital

Languages

English, Pashto, Urdu

Conditions Dr. Shah treats

Chronic Kidney Disease

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Shah accept Aetna insurance?

Syed Shah's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 10 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Shah practice?

Syed Shah practices in Las Vegas, NV with hospital affiliations including Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center, Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, and University Medical Center of Southern Nevada.

What does Dr. Shah specialize in?

Syed Shah is a board-certified nephrology specialist with focus areas in Chronic Kidney Disease.

How long has Dr. Shah been practicing?

Syed Shah has 35+ years of clinical experience in nephrology.

What is Dr. Shah's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Peshawar (MD, 1991); Residency: SUNY Downstate Medical Center (Internal Medicine, 2005); Fellowship: SUNY Downstate Medical Center (Nephrology, 2009).