Overview
Dr. Abbal Koirala hails from Kathmandu, Nepal. He completed a nephrology and glomerulonephritis fellowship at the University of Washington, Seattle, and held the position of Clinical Assistant Professor there from 2020 to 2024. In August 2024, he joined the faculty of the Division of Nephrology at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine as the Assistant Professor of Medicine and Associate Director at the Johns Hopkins Glomerular Clinic. Dr. Koirala sees patients with glomerular diseases and provides second opinions upon request. His clinical and research interests revolve around glomerular diseases and onco-nephrology.
Dr. Koirala is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lupus Nephritis, Goodpasture Syndrome, Glomerulonephritis, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
Dr. Koirala is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles.
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301 Mason Lord Drive, Suite 3400, Suite 3400, Baltimore, MD 21224
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Abbal Koirala
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Abbal Koirala?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Abbal Koirala by calling their office at 410-550-1800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Abbal Koirala a top-rated expert for Lupus Nephritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Abbal Koirala is classified as an Advanced expert for Lupus Nephritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Abbal Koirala specialize in?
While Dr. Abbal Koirala is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Lupus Nephritis, Goodpasture Syndrome, and Glomerulonephritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.
Does Dr. Abbal Koirala participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Abbal Koirala has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lupus Nephritis. You can view a list of Dr. Abbal Koirala's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Abbal Koirala accept my insurance?
Dr. Abbal Koirala accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 410-550-1800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Koirala isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Focal Segmental GlomerulosclerosisDr. Koirala isAdvanced. Learn about Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis.
- GlomerulonephritisDr. Koirala isAdvanced. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.
- Goodpasture SyndromeDr. Koirala isAdvanced. Learn about Goodpasture Syndrome.
- Lupus NephritisDr. Koirala isAdvanced. Learn about Lupus Nephritis.
- Experienced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Koirala isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Congenital Nephrotic SyndromeDr. Koirala isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Koirala isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
- Feingold SyndromeDr. Koirala isExperienced. Learn about Feingold Syndrome.
- Granulomatosis with PolyangiitisDr. Koirala isExperienced. Learn about Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.

