Dr. Ritu VyasMD

Dr. Vyas specializes in chronic kidney disease, hypertension, diabetic kidney disease, obesity, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, acute kidney injury, APOL1-associated kidney disease, and post-kidney transplant care. She also manages proteinuria, electrolyte disorders, anemia of CKD, and pre-dialysis counseling. Her dual training in nephrology and obesity medicine allows her to treat the metabolic and kidney-related aspects of a patient's health together.

Yes. Dr. Vyas holds triple board certification in Nephrology, Internal Medicine, and Obesity Medicine. She is an ABOM Diplomate in Obesity Medicine and completed her nephrology fellowship at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore.

Dr. Vyas is the only physician in the Baltimore region who integrates nephrology and obesity medicine in a single practice. That combination lets her address the full relationship between kidney disease, weight, and metabolic health without requiring patients to see multiple specialists.

Yes. Dr. Vyas brings over 10 years of experience in dialysis care. She is well-versed in both in-center dialysis and home options, including peritoneal dialysis and home hemodialysis. She provides dialysis education and support to help patients understand their options before they reach that stage.

Yes. Dr. Vyas is board certified in Obesity Medicine and runs the WIN Plan, a structured medical weight loss program at Kidney MD. The program combines body composition analysis using the SECA mBCA Ultra, medical oversight, and lifestyle guidance. She also supports patients on GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide.

Dr. Vyas focuses on prevention and early intervention. She takes a whole-person approach that weaves together nephrology, nutrition, lifestyle counseling, and metabolic health. She prioritizes patient education and unhurried visits so patients understand their condition and the steps they can take to protect their kidney function.

Yes. Dr. Vyas provides post-kidney transplant care, including lab monitoring and long-term kidney health support. She helps transplant recipients manage their care and protect their transplanted kidney over time.

Dr. Vyas diagnoses and treats a range of glomerular conditions, including IgA nephropathy, FSGS, lupus nephritis, ANCA-associated glomerulonephritis, and other forms of glomerulonephritis. She has a particular clinical interest in APOL1-associated kidney disease.

Yes. Dr. Vyas offers secure telehealth nephrology visits for patients throughout Maryland. Telehealth is available for patients who prefer virtual care or live outside the Catonsville area.