


Consultant
MBBS, PG Diploma in Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetology (Royal College of Physicians, UK), F.Diab (MDRF), CCEBDM (PHFI)
Dr. K. Rina is a dedicated and highly experienced Consultant Physician and Diabetologist with over 14 years of specialized practice in diabetes management, endocrinology, and metabolic disorders. She completed her Fellowship in Diabetology (F.Diab) from Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Speciality and Research Centre (MDRF), Chennai — one of India's most prestigious diabetes institutions — followed by a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Endocrinology and Diabetology from the Royal College of Physicians, UK, reflecting her commitment to internationally benchmarked diabetes care. Dr. Rina has been a trusted Consultant Diabetologist at SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani since 2014, where she manages a wide spectrum of diabetes cases through a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach. She is also a core committee member of the SHE Clinic at SIMS — a unique women's health programme staffed exclusively by female consultants across specialities.
A passionate advocate for women's health and metabolic care, Dr. Rina has special expertise in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM), Diabetes in Pregnancy, Type 1 Diabetes, PCOS, and IVF-related diabetes management, and currently serves as a Visiting Consultant Diabetologist at GBR Fertility Centre, Mogappair, Chennai. She also extends her services to underprivileged patients at GREMALTES Hospital, Shenoy Nagar — a German-funded skin and leprosy specialty trust hospital — reflecting her deep commitment to equitable and compassionate healthcare. Dr. Rina is a recognized faculty speaker at diabetes-related CME programs and conferences, and has actively participated in national and international clinical research studies in diabetology.
Availability
Days: Monday – Saturday
Timing: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Research & Clinical Studies
Academic & Community Contributions
Fellowship in Diabetology (F.Diab) – Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Speciality and Research Centre (MDRF), Chennai (2009–2011)
Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Endocrinology and Diabetology – Royal College of Physicians, UK
Certificate Course in Evidence-Based Diabetes Management (CCEBDM) – Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI), New Delhi