Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- Hindi
- Nepali
- English
Gender
MaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Abbal Koirala
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Dr. Abbal Koirala is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Nephrology at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and serves as the Associate Director of the Johns Hopkins Glomerular Clinic. Since joining the faculty in August 2024, he has specialized in the management of complex glomerular diseases and providing expert second opinions.
His professional career in the United States began at Weill Cornell Medical College, where he served as a Research Assistant in Multiple Myeloma (2010–2011). He then completed his Internal Medicine residency at Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, Illinois (2011–2014). Prior to his sub-specialty training, Dr. Koirala served as a Hospitalist and Clinical Instructor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) from 2014 to 2016, where he focused on clinical care and quality improvement.
Dr. Koirala subsequently completed a nephrology and glomerulonephritis fellowship at the University of Washington, Seattle, remaining there as a Clinical Assistant Professor from 2020 to 2024. His clinical and research interests center on glomerular diseases and onco-nephrology, drawing on his extensive background in internal medicine and plasma cell research to treat complex renal conditions.
Research Interests
Glomerular Diseases, Onconephrology
Google Scholar - Publications
PubMed - Publications
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- 301 Mason Lord Drive, Suite 3400, Baltimore, MD 21224
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-550-1800
- fax: 410-550-0979
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Washington Medical Center, NIH Glomerular Fellowship, 2019
- Fellowship: University of Washington Medical Center, Nephrology, 2018
- Residency: Ascension Health Illinois, Internal Medicine, 2014
- Medical Education: King Edward Medical University, MBBS, 2008
Board Certifications
- Nephrology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2018
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2014
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
53 ratings, 21 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2026
Dr Koirala was exceptionally well-informed about my medical history. He was also very knowledgeable and articulate re:my condition and the approach to diagnose and treat it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2026
Of all the physicians that I say none are more competent, important and responsive than Dr K
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2026
He is very professional and so easy to u set stand and talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2026
Considers me as a person. Professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
Very knowledgeable, caring and willing to take the time needed to answer all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
He is my FAVORITE doctor. He really makes me feel like he really cares about my health I would rate him 15!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Dr. Koirala is well versed about my ongoing kidney disease and gave me helpful information about the long-term prospects for managing my disease. I think he is optimistic but realistic about expectations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
He is Extremely knowledgeable, and when the situation gets overwhelming for me with a lot of unknown, complicated decisions and outcomes, he takes control and gives me clear, Precise direction that is very comforting to me. He shows confidence for the course of action, which is exactly what I need with this uncertain, rare aggressive disease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Professional knowledable concerned caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Dr. Koirala was very detailed in his explanation as well as helpful dietary information for health reducing Potassium and Sodium
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Very thorough....personable....communicates promptly when I message.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr. Koirala is always very responsive when I have a question or need help. He explains things so I can understand and I think he genuinely cares about me. He will explain my lab results when I get them
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Hands on, knowledgeable, professional, passionate about what he does.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Much love, with your patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
He is my favorite doctor! He is so knowledgeable and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Professional intelligent caring and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
DR. Koirala is an outstanding medical professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Very please with this provider. Dr. Abbal Koirala was very thorough in explaining things to me. He was very professional and showed empathy. Very nice and hospitable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Very friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
He really cares and is prompt getting back to me with test results.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
One of the best, if not the best doctor I've seen. From his bedside manner, expertise in my disease, care and attention. I could not praise Dr. Koirala more. I'm very appreciative and thankful I'm under his care.