About
Nazanine Khairkhah, MD is a board-certified internist and nephrologist practicing in Greenwich, Connecticut. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Ross University School of Medicine in 2000. She completed her internship, internal medicine residency, and nephrology fellowship at New York Medical College in the Bronx. Castle Connolly has named her a Top Doctor every year since 2020, and she received the Women of Distinction in Medicine honor in 2024.
Dr. Khairkhah brings more than 20 years of active clinical experience to her patients. She holds a deep clinical interest in kidney disease, hypertension, women's health, and preventive medicine. She speaks English, French, and Persian. Over her career, she served in teaching roles at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, and Yale New Haven Hospital. She holds affiliations with Greenwich Hospital, Stamford Hospital, and Davita Dialysis Unit. Outside medicine, she plays piano, writes poetry, skis, and bakes.
Education & Training
Medical School
Ross University School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine (2000)
Residency
Internal Medicine Residency, New York Medical College, Bronx, NY (2001-2003)
Fellowship
Nephrology Fellowship, New York Medical College, Bronx, NY (2003-2005)
Additional Training
Internship, New York Medical College, Bronx, NY (2000-2001)
Certifications
Languages
English, French, Persian
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Khairkhah right for?
Dr. Khairkhah is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with deep specialty expertise. Patients managing kidney disease, hypertension, or complex chronic conditions benefit from her nephrology background. Women looking for a physician attentive to their specific health concerns will find her focus on women's health valuable. Her concierge model gives members same- or next-day access and after-hours phone availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Khairkhah specializes in kidney disease, hypertension, women's health, and preventive medicine. She holds dual board certifications in internal medicine and nephrology. This combination allows her to manage both primary care needs and complex kidney-related conditions for her patients.
Yes, Dr. Khairkhah holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine in both internal medicine and nephrology. She earned these certifications after completing her fellowship training at New York Medical College in the Bronx.
Dr. Khairkhah earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Ross University School of Medicine in 2000. She completed her internship, internal medicine residency, and nephrology fellowship at New York Medical College in the Bronx between 2000 and 2005.
Yes, Castle Connolly has named Dr. Khairkhah a Top Doctor every year since 2020. She also received the Women of Distinction in Medicine honor in 2024. These recognitions reflect her sustained clinical excellence and contributions to medicine.
Dr. Khairkhah has held teaching roles at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, and Yale New Haven Hospital. That academic background informs her rigorous, evidence-based approach to patient care.
Dr. Khairkhah speaks English, French, and Persian. Her multilingual ability helps her communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Khairkhah maintains affiliations with Greenwich Hospital, Stamford Hospital, and Davita Dialysis Unit. These affiliations allow her to coordinate care across inpatient and outpatient settings when her patients need it.
Dr. Khairkhah sees adults seeking comprehensive primary care, preventive medicine, and management of chronic conditions. She has particular expertise with patients managing hypertension, kidney disease, and women's health concerns. Her concierge panel allows her to give each patient the time and attention their care requires.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026