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Dr. Sarah Elfering, MD

Nephrology* Age 48
Dr. Sarah Elfering, MD
3.7 (3 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Sarah Elfering, MD is a Nephrologist in Minneapolis, MN.
Dr. Sarah Elfering, MD
3.7 (3 Ratings)
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Dr. Sarah Elfering, MD

Nephrology* Age 48
Minneapolis, MN
Accepting new patients
14 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Sarah Elfering, MD is a Nephrologist in Minneapolis, MN.

About

Dr. Elfering graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS. Dr. Sarah Elfering, MD is a Nephrologist in Minneapolis, MN and has 14 years experience. Dr. Elfering currently practices at Umn Health Clinics and Surgery Center and are affiliated with Altru Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital and M Health Fairview University of MN. At present, Dr. Elfering received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Elfering's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Elfering is board certified in Nephrology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hyperparathyroidism
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Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
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Hyperparathyroidism
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Acidosis
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Acute Kidney Failure
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Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
End-Stage Renal Disease
Hyperkalemia
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Kidney Stones
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Proteinuria
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Renal Osteodystrophy
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Vitamin D Deficiency
Alkalosis
Amyloidosis
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Medullary Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Fabry's Disease
Goodpasture's Disease
Gout
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Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hydronephrosis
Hypercalcemia
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Nephrotic Syndrome
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Small Kidney
Systemic Vasculitis
Traumatic Acute Kidney Injury
Ureteral Stones
Vasculitis
Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound, Kidney

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Card PPO
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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Umn Health Clinics and Surgery Center
    717 Delaware St SE Ste 353353, Minneapolis, MN 55414
  2. 2 U of M Health Clinics and Surgery Center Inc.
    909 Fulton St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455
  3. 3 Gastroenterology Clinic
    909 Fulton St SE Fl 4, Minneapolis, MN 55455
  4. 4 Office
    717 Delaware St SE Ste 353, Minneapolis, MN 55414

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3.7
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Jul 21, 2019
Dr. Elfering was clear with my diagnosis, and patiently explained things until I understood. She was understanding and compassionate with a gentle sense of humor. It may take quite a while to get an appointment, but it is well worth the wait.
— Jul 21, 2019
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Specialties*
Nephrology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS
    2010
Medical Education

Board Certifications

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  • Nephrology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sarah Elfering, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Elfering's profile.

Dr. Sarah Elfering, MD is affiliated with Altru Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital and M Health Fairview University of MN.

Yes, Dr. Sarah Elfering, MD holds board certification in Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Altru Hospital

    1200 S Columbia Rd, Grand Forks, ND

  • M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital

    6401 France Ave S, Edina, MN

  • M Health Fairview University of MN

    2450 Riverside Ave, Minneapolis, MN