DaVita Acquires 9 Dialysis Centers in Portugal and Poland from Fresenius Medical Care

DaVita, the kidney care division of DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc.

and a leading provider of kidney care services, today announced it has acquired nine dialysis centers from Fresenius Medical Care

, a leading provider of dialysis services and manufacturer of dialysis products. Five of the clinics are located in Portugal and four clinics are located in Poland. “After initially investing in Germany in 2011, DaVita is happy to expand its geographical presence in Europe and secure its long-term presence in the region,” said Dennis Kogod, Chief Operating Officer of DaVita Health Care Partners®. As a leading provider of kidney care services in the United States, DaVita has