Lavjay Butani MD

Lavjay Butani, M.D., is a pediatric nephrologist and Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at UC Davis School of Medicine. He serves as Vice Chair for Academic Affairs in the Department of Pediatrics and as Chief of the Division of Pediatric Nephrology and Kidney Transplantation at UC Davis Health. Board certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology, Dr. Butani provides comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents with the full spectrum of kidney and urinary tract conditions, including hypertension, kidney stones, congenital and prenatal renal anomalies, kidney infections, and acute and chronic kidney disease. He has a special clinical interest in pediatric kidney transplantation, with a focus on helping patients and families navigate complex decisions before and after transplant. Dr. Butani earned his medical degree from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi and completed pediatric residency training at the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, followed by fellowship training in pediatric nephrology at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children. He also holds a Masters in Academic Medicine from the University of Southern California. His scholarly work includes research aimed at improving outcomes after pediatric renal transplantation and contributions to medical education focused on reflective practice, humanism, and professional values. Dr. Butani is a member of national professional societies and speaks Hindi. He emphasizes shared decision-making and family empowerment within a collaborative care model.