
Welcome To
Department of Nephrolgy HFH
The Department of Nephrology at Holy Family Hospital, Rawalpindi, is dedicated to delivering exceptional care for patients with kidney disorders. Our highly skilled team, led by expert nephrologists, provides comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and management for conditions such as Acute and Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypertension, Electrolyte imbalances, and renal replacement therapies, i.e., dialysis.
Under the expertise of Dr. Asmara Asrar, Assistant Professor of Nephrology, and a dedicated team of professionals, we strive to provide patient-centered, compassionate care while integrating the latest innovations in kidney health

Dr Asmara Asrar
Head of DepartmentVision
A highly recognized and accredited center of excellence in medical education, we use evidence-based training techniques for the development of highly competent health professionals who are lifelong experiential learners and are socially accountable
Vision
A highly recognized and accredited center of excellence in medical education, we use evidence-based training techniques for the development of highly competent health professionals who are lifelong experiential learners and are socially accountable
Mission
To impart evidence-based, research-oriented health professional education in order to provide the best possible patient care and inculcate the values of mutual respect, ethical practice of healthcare, and social accountability.
Mission
To impart evidence-based, research-oriented health professional education in order to provide the best possible patient care and inculcate the values of mutual respect, ethical practice of healthcare, and social accountability.
Our Team

Sr. No | Name | Designation | Qualification |
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1 | Dr. Asmara Asrar | H.O.D Nephrology, Assistant Professor , Nephrology | M.B.B.S , F.C.P.S Nephrology, CHPE |
List of Researchers
FCPS
- Dr. Nabila Javed
- Dr. Waseem Riaz
- Dr. Qadeer Shabir
- Dr. Chaudhry Shahzad Aslam
- Dr. Salman Zafar
- Dr. Ayeeza Kanwal
- Dr. Sana Siddique
- Dr. Iqra
Our Publications
Sr No. | Title | Researcher Name | Link of Project / Activity | Year |
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1 | Comparison of calcium carbonate and calcium acetate for phosphate reduction in ESRD patients undergoing Hemodialysis | Dr. Salman Zafar | RMU Research Unit | 5th Year |
2 | Comparison of Sevelamer HCl with calcium acetate in treatment of hyperphosphatemia in ESRD patients | Dr. Nabila Javed | RMU Research Unit | 5th Year |
3 | Hypochloremia and Acute Kidney Injury in Sepsis | Dr. Chaudhry Shahzad Aslam | RMU Research Unit | 5th Year |
4 | The impact of SGLT-2 inhibitors as add on therapy compared to mono-therapy with ACEI/ARB | Dr. Waseem Riaz | RMU Research Unit | 4th Year |
5 | Risk Factors and outcomes in pregnancy related acute kidney injury in hospital settings | Dr. Qadeer Shabir | RMU Research Unit | 4th Year |
6 | Comparison of Roxudostat with Erythropoiten Stimulating Agents in treating anemia in CKD patients. | Dr. Ayeeza Kanwal | RMU Research Unit | 4th Year |
7 | Cultural and Behavioral determinants influencing the delayed presentation of patients with chronic kidney disease in a tertiary care setting | Dr. Sana Siddique | RMU Research Unit | 3rd Year |
List of Events
- World Kidney Day Free Medical Camp
- POCUS Workshop
- Renal Biopsy Workshop
- Perma-Cath insertion workshop