Kidney Specialists of Minnesota (KSM) is one of the nation’s largest independent nephrology practices.
KSM has 23 physicians and 7 advanced practitioners specializing in the care of patients with renal disease, including dialysis and vascular access management, transplantation, and clinical research.
About KSMOur Services
Inpatient Consultation
The KSM physicians provide inpatient consultation services at many of the metropolitan hospitals
Chronic Kidney Disease & Hypertension
Nephrologists are also experts in the management of hypertension
Kidney Transplant Management
Individualized, expert, post-transplant care in Allina’s transplant clinic
Dietitian Consultation
In some cases, kidney conditions require changes to the patient's diet
Kidney Specialists of Minnesota and Evergreen Nephrology are growing!
We are excited to share these new positions! If you are interested in joining our team as a Nurse Care Manager, Advanced Practice Practitioner, or Care Coordinator, please click "Learn More" below.
Learn MorePatient Testimonials
"Everybody was friendly and it was timely. Everyone listened and took time to make sure my needs were met."
"Dr. Onan is a fantastic doctor. Great doctor/patient rapport, excellent communication skills, and very knowledgeable. I'm very lucky to have a doctor of his abilities."
"The discussion with Dr. Gitter was very thorough. I believe I now have someone who is going to pay close attention to my kidney disease."
"Everyone at Kidney Specialists are wonderful. They are kind, compassionate, skilled and definitely make you feel well taken care of. "
"Very thorough. Dr. Keys did a great job explaining things to me in a straightforward way. Received a timely follow up call, as well as printed post visit summary in the mail. New patient, and very very satisfied."
"Dr. Visaya is a great listener. He asks good questions and explains things in detail. I appreciated the depth of his knowledge and his thoroughness."
"Everyone on the team is great. From the phone call to set up the appointment, to the nursing staff. Everyone is always professional with a good attitude."
"Dr. Hall and his team have been great. They have always been welcoming and professional."