Dr. Rajiv Ramanik Shah M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
6363 France Ave S Suite 400 Minneapolis MN, 55435About
Dr. Rajiv Shah is a nephrologist practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Shah specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Shah 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 Minnesota Medical School 2000
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Professional Memberships
- Member Minnesota Medical Association/Twin Cities
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