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Dr Waqar Ayub Renal/nephrology physician

Consultant Nephrologist

Dr Waqar Ayub Renal/nephrology physician

Consultant Nephrologist

About Dr Waqar Ayub Renal/nephrology physician

Personal Profile

Personal Profile
Dr Waqar Ayub is a highly experienced Consultant Nephrologist with over 35 years of experience in renal medicine. He provides private care at The Meriden Hospital in Coventry and holds an NHS consultant role at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.
He graduated from Dow Medical University, Karachi, before completing postgraduate training in General Medicine and Renal Medicine across both Scotland and England. Alongside his clinical work, he has held academic roles as a Clinical Lecturer and Honorary Associate Professor at Warwick University, highlighting his strong contribution to education and research.
Dr Ayub is widely recognised for his expertise in managing complex kidney conditions, combining clinical excellence with a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to patient care.

Clinical Expertise

Dr Ayub specialises in the diagnosis and management of kidney (renal) disease, with particular expertise in:

Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Cardiorenal syndrome
Diabetic kidney disease (diabetic nephropathy)
Resistant hypertension
Genetic kidney disorders
Complex glomerular diseases

He delivers evidence-based, personalised care, using the latest treatments and clinical approaches.

Conditions Treated

Dr Ayub treats a wide range of renal and related conditions, including:

Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Resistant or difficult-to-control hypertension
Diabetic nephropathy
Cardiorenal syndrome
Polycystic kidney disease
Haematuria (blood in urine)
Proteinuria (protein in urine)
Glomerulonephritis and nephrotic syndrome


Treatments & Services
Dr Ayub offers a comprehensive renal service, including:

Specialist kidney assessment and diagnosis
Long-term management of kidney disease
Blood pressure optimisation
Management of complex renal conditions
Multidisciplinary care planning

He adopts a goal-directed, evidence-based approach, including the use of modern therapies such as:

SGLT2 inhibitors
Non-steroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (e.g. finerenone)


Specialist Areas of Interest
Cardiorenal & Diabetic Kidney Disease
Dr Ayub co-leads specialist clinics focusing on heart failure and diabetic nephropathy, working closely with cardiology and diabetes teams to deliver integrated care.
Proteinuria & Glomerular Diseases
He has expertise in managing complex glomerular conditions, including nephrotic syndrome, ensuring patients have access to the latest treatment options.
Genetic Kidney Disorders
He leads a specialist service for genetic renal conditions, with a particular interest in polycystic kidney disease.
Dialysis & Transplantation
Dr Ayub has extensive experience in:

Dialysis services (including satellite units)
Renal transplantation (inpatient and outpatient care)


Research & Innovation
Dr Ayub is a leading contributor to renal research, acting as a principal investigator in multiple clinical studies at UHCW.
His work includes:

Publications in high-impact journals, including the New England Journal of Medicine (2023)
Ongoing contributions to advancing treatments for kidney disease
Development of innovative care pathways


Leadership, Teaching & Community Work
Dr Ayub is actively involved in:

Teaching medical students and trainees
Mentorship and professional development
Primary care collaboration through a dedicated community renal clinic

His commitment to education was recognised through a nomination for the Best Teacher Award at Warwick University (2022).

Patient‑Centred Approach
Dr Ayub is known for his calm, comprehensive and patient-focused approach, ensuring patients:

Receive clear explanations of their condition
Understand treatment pathways and long-term care
Benefit from personalised management plans

His goal is to slow disease progression, improve outcomes and enhance quality of life.

Professional Memberships

General Medical Council (GMC)

Clinical Interests

  • Resistant hypertension
  • Management of chronic kidney disease.
  • Diabetic nephropathy
  • Cardiorenal syndrome
  • Adult dominant polycystic kidney disease
  • Haematuria investigations and management
  • Clinical management of chronic glomerular diseases
  • Diabetic Nephropathy
  • Treatment of polycystic kidney disease
  • Treatment of complex glomerular disease
  • Renal Proteinuria diseases.

Professional Memberships

  • General Medical Council

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More useful information

Languages spoken

English

GMC number

3648203
A General Medical Council (GMC) number is a unique ID that shows a specialist is officially registered and approved to practice medicine in the UK.

Qualifications

MBBS, MRCP

Professional memberships

  • General Medical Council

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