

Nephrology
Ziauddin Ahmed, MD
Professor, Medicine, Drexel University College of Medicine
Dr. Ziauddin Ahmed, MD, FASN, is a nephrologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA, with expertise in general nephrology, dialysis, uncontrolled hypertension, critical care nephrology, and vascular access management. He treats conditions including chronic kidney disease, hypertension, diabetic kidney disease, and disorders requiring hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. As a Certified Hypertension Specialist, he excels in managing clinical hypertension and related disorders. His clinical approach emp
50+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Nephrology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education & Training
- Dacca Medical College, Bangladesh — MD
- Mercy Catholic Medical Center — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1981-1984
- Medical College of Pennsylvania — Fellowship, Nephrology, 1984-1986
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
- Ellis Island Medal of Honor — Ellis Island Medal of Honor
2017
- Philadelphia magazine — Top Doctors, Nephrology
2021-2025 (5 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Temple University Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
50+ years in practice