Rima Kang, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Nephrology
Make an appointment
614-293-4837
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Polycystic Kidney Diseases
- Kidney Diseases
Locations
- Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
Academic information
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Female
- Additional languages
- Punjabi
Biography
I am a board-certified?nephrologist?at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in diagnosing and treating patients with complex kidney conditions, including?polycystic kidney disease (PKD), chronic kidney disease, and other nephrological disorders. I lead the development of the first specialized clinic at Ohio State dedicated to treating patients with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD).
My patients can rely on me for high quality, compassionate care and honest communication in every encounter. I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of skilled experts to ensure each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs and values.
In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I am passionate about advancing kidney care through innovation and education. I serve as an?associate clinical professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Nephrology?at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Highlights
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Conditions and expertise
- Kidney Diseases
- Polycystic Kidney Diseases
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Nephrology
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2014 - 6/30/2016 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, United States
7/1/2012 - 6/30/2014 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, United States
7/1/2011 - 6/30/2012 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, OH, United States
8/1/2007 - 5/21/2011
Certifications
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American Board of Internal Medicine/Nephrology
11/9/2016 -
American Board of Internal Medicine
8/20/2014
Ratings and reviews
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70 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Dr. Kang has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
We have a wonderful experience
Profesional, empathetic
Dr. Kang is an awesome provider! I definitely recommend her to anyone.
My provider is awesome and are sure I understand what's going on with my health
Always good
Dr. Kang is very concerned about my health and well being
Dr Kang is a wonderful provider. She takes the time to time explain things and listens carefully to concerns.
Good
Assisted me with plan to gather info from another Dr, needed about my overall health care
She is also delightful
Very good
Dr. Was very professional and has good people skills. I felt heard and comfortable talking with her. I was referred to her by OSU but when I talked to her she was not a specialist for my problem so she referred me to another doctor.
Great
Everything was very good.