Rima Patel

Rima Patel, DO is an Assistant Professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin, affiliated with Froedtert Hospital. She specializes in Nephrology with a focus on kidney and pancreas transplantation. Dr. Patel holds board certifications in Internal Medicine and Nephrology, and her clinical roles include managing transplant recipients and treating conditions like chronic kidney disease and hypertension.

Education:

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (2014), Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Residency in Internal Medicine (2014–2017), Medical College of Wisconsin
• Fellowship in General Nephrology (2017–2019), Washington University
• Fellowship in Transplant Nephrology (2019–2020), Washington University

Research Interests: Her work focuses on optimizing post-transplant care, particularly hyperparathyroidism management, and improving outcomes in kidney/pancreas transplantation. She explores surgical and pharmacological interventions for nephrological challenges.

Publications: Noted for a 2020 article comparing parathyroidectomy and cinacalcet in post-transplant hyperparathyroidism.

Clinical Affiliations:

• Transplant Center - Center for Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital
• Kidney Transplant Outreach Clinic (Pleasant Prairie)