Dr. Alec David Otteman M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
800 E 28th St Minneapolis MN, 55407About
Dr. Alec Otteman is a nephrologist practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Otteman specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Otteman most typically treats conditions like kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, polycystuc kidney disease, high blood pressure and more. Nephrologists are also experts on kidney transplantation and dialysis. They are usually referred to by primary care physicians for problems related to the kidneys, and while they can perform tests to diagnose kidney disorders, they do not perform surgeries.
Education and Training
University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com 2008
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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