The 20 Best Phenylketonuria (PKU) Doctors Near Me in Minneapolis, MN

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 9 doctor with experience in Phenylketonuria (PKU) near Minneapolis, MN. Of these, 5 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Elite in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    M Health Fairview Explorer Pediatric Specialty Clinic

    12th Flr, East Bld 2450 Riverside Ave, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chester Whitley is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Whitley is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A), and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3 (MPS III, Sanfilippo Syndrome). Dr. Whitley is board certified in Clinical Genetics And Genomics: American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, 1984 and Clinical Biochemical Genetics: American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, 1984. Dr. Whitley is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Advanced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    M Health Fairview Explorer Pediatric Specialty Clinic

    12th Flr, East Bld 2450 Riverside Ave, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Susan Berry is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Berry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Propionic Acidemia, Argininosuccinic Aciduria, 3-Hydroxy-3-Methylglutaryl-CoA Lyase Deficiency, and Alkaptonuria. Dr. Berry is board certified in Clinical Genetics And Genomics: American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, 1984 and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 1983. Dr. Berry is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Advanced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    M Health Fairview Explorer Pediatric Specialty Clinic

    2450 Riverside Avenue, Floor 12, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sara Elsbecker is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Elsbecker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dihydropteridine Reductase Deficiency, Maternal Hyperphenylalaninemia, Phenylketonuria (PKU), and Classic Galactosemia. Dr. Elsbecker is board certified in Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner: Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, 2009. Dr. Elsbecker is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    Children's Specialty Clinic - Genetics

    2525 Chicago Avenue, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients

    Noelle Fabie is a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Fabie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Micrognathia, Culler Jones Syndrome, Oculodentodigital Dysplasia Dominant, and Townes-Brocks Syndrome. Dr. Fabie is board certified in Pediatrics, Clinical Genetics (MD), American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Fabie is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    Children's Specialty Clinic - Genetics

    2525 Chicago Avenue, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Marcelo Vargas is a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Vargas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chromosome 13q Deletion, Cat Eye Syndrome, Branchio-Oculo-Facial Syndrome (BOFS), and Chromosome 2 Uniparental Disomy. Dr. Vargas is board certified in Pediatrics, 2011, Clinical Biochemical Genetics, American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics,2024, Clinical Genetics (MD), American Board Of Pediatrics, and 2015. Dr. Vargas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    M Health Fairview Explorer Pediatric Specialty Clinic

    2450 Riverside Avenue, Floor 12, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Malay, Malayalam, Malayan, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nishitha Pillai is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Pillai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hartnup Disease, Pompe Disease, Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency, and Hardikar Syndrome. Dr. Pillai is board certified in Medical Biochemical Genetics: American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, 2019, Clinical Genetics And Genomics: American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, 2019, and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2014. Dr. Pillai is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required
    2525 Chicago Ave, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Vikas Bhambhani is a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Bhambhani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chediak-Higashi Syndrome, Micrognathia, Split Hand Foot Malformation, and Tyrosinemia Type 2. Dr. Bhambhani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    Family Medicine

    University Of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital

    420 Delaware St SE, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anthony Killian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Killian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID), Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Cystic Fibrosis, and Multiple Myeloma. Dr. Killian is currently accepting new patients.

    Pain Medicine | Nurse Practitioner
    Pain Medicine | Nurse Practitioner
    Referral may be required

    Twin Cities Pain Clinic

    7235 Ohms Ln, 
    Edina, MN 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cara Herrmann is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Edina, Minnesota. Herrmann, NP is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Invertebral Disc Disease, Opioid Induced Constipation, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Herrmann, NP is board certified in American Association Of Nurse Practitioners, American Society For Pain Management Nursing, Associate Certification In Controlled Substance Management, and Credentialed Fellow Of The American Academy Of Pain Management. Herrmann, NP is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Phenylketonuria (PKU)?

    Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare condition in which a baby is born without the ability to properly break down an amino acid called phenylalanine.

    When should I see a Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor near Minneapolis, MN?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor near Minneapolis, MN?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctors near Minneapolis, MN?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctors near Minneapolis, MN?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor near Minneapolis, MN?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor near Minneapolis, MN?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctors near Minneapolis, MN?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Phenylketonuria (PKU) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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