Reema Parmar, Author at International Society of Nephrology

The ISN launches Kidney International Case Reports: Shaping clinical practice in global kidney care through real-world insights

December 1, 2025 The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) is proud to announce the launch of Kidney International Case Reports (KICR), a new peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality case reports, focused reviews, and short clinical communications relevant to kidney care. An official ISN Journal, KICR joins Kidney International®, Kidney International Reports®, and Kidney International...

December 1, 2025Journals, NewsRead more...

ISN launches implementation strategy in response to WHO kidney resolution

October 13, 2025, Building on the momentum of the first-ever WHO kidney health resolution adopted earlier this year, the ISN is launching an implementation strategy that aims toward translating global commitments into practical measures at the national level. ISN President Marcello Tonelli stated, “The ISN will lead dialogue and provide resources and expertise to support countries...

October 13, 2025NewsRead more...

Call for Applications: Kidney International® Editor-in-Chief (Term: January 2027 to December 2031)

The ISN, through its KI Editor-in-Chief Search Committee, invites applications for the next Editor-in-Chief of Kidney International® (KI). The successful candidate will serve a five-year term (January 2, 2027–December 31, 2031) with an overlap period beginning in September 2026 to ensure a smooth transition. Please refer to ISN’s equity, diversity, and inclusion statement. Applications close on...

September 9, 2025UncategorizedRead more...

Discover the winners of the 2026 ISN Awards!

Celebrate outstanding contributions to kidney care! Please join us in congratulating all the winners of the 2026 ISN Awards. Vivekanand Jha – the Jean Hamburger Award John A. Kellum – the Bywaters Award Ron T. Gansevoort – the Lillian Jean Kaplan Prize for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) The winners will receive their awards at the ISN World Congress of...

August 26, 2025UncategorizedRead more...

In memory of Natalia Tomilina

The ISN honors the memory of Natalia Tomilina, who passed away on June 17, 2025. A pioneering nephrologist based in Moscow, Russia, Dr. Tomilina was also a researcher and educator who played a key role in advancing kidney care. She served as an ISN council member, former chair of the Newly Independent States and Russia...

July 1, 2025NewsRead more...

In memory of David Pugsley

Roger Pugsley (left) and David Pugsley (right) Photograph courtesy of Sidcot School The ISN honors the memory of David Pugsley, who passed away in March 2025. Dr. Pugsley was a practicing nephrologist in Adelaide, Australia. As a longstanding ISN member, he founded and chaired the ISN Committee of Renal Disease in Indigenous and Minority Populations in...

June 10, 2025NewsRead more...

ISN champions kidney health at WHA78 through strategic advocacy and global dialogue

Brussels — May 28, 2025 The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) marked a historic week at the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78), signaling growing momentum for global kidney health. At the ISN–Devex event held during WHA78, ISN President Marcello Tonelli (second from right) shares his perspectives Leading a powerful multi-stakeholder constituency statement and a high-level event co-hosted with...

May 28, 2025NewsRead more...

Historic win for kidney health as WHO adopts global resolution

Geneva — May 23, 2025 The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) welcomes the adoption of the World Health Organization (WHO) kidney health resolution at the 78th World Health Assembly, a landmark achievement in the global fight against kidney disease. This historic step marks the first time kidney health has been formally prioritized within the WHO noncommunicable diseases...

May 23, 2025Advocacy, Featured, News, WHORead more...

Obituary: William G. Couser 1939 – 2025

In Memory of William G. Couser 1939 – 2025 The ISN is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of William Couser, who played a key role within ISN for many years. Professor Couser served as the ISN president from 2005 to 2007. He was also a member of the ISN Executive Committee for 12 years, including...

February 27, 2025Featured, NewsRead more...

Joint statement from ASN, ERA, and ISN: Announcing the ASN-ERA-ISN Kidney Support Initiative

(February 18, 2025) — The leadership of the American Society of Nephrology (ASN), the European Renal Association (ERA), and the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) launched the ASN-ERA-ISN Kidney Support Initiative in December 2023. With representatives from all three societies, and coordinated by ERA, the initiative includes: Representatives from ASN Volunteer ASN: Professor Jeffrey I. Silberzweig,...

February 18, 2025NewsRead more...

ISN-Led Global Scoping Review Highlights Socioeconomic Burden of Rare Kidney Diseases

Brussels, December 16, 2024 The International Society of Nephrology (ISN), in collaboration with The George Institute for Global Health-Australia, undertook a systematic scoping review on the socioeconomic and psychosocial impact of rare kidney diseases on patients and their caregivers. The in-press article has been published in Kidney International Reports®. Although rare kidney diseases affect less than...

December 16, 2024UncategorizedRead more...

International Society of Nephrology Welcomes Guatemala’s Submission on Kidney Health Resolution to the World Health Organization

Brussels, November 26, 2024 The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) is pleased to announce a significant milestone in the global fight against kidney disease. On October 28, 2024, the Government of Guatemala formally requested the World Health Organization (WHO) to adopt a kidney health resolution. The WHO Executive Board member countries will further negotiate this...

November 26, 2024NewsRead more...

Kidney Health Matters: The ISN Advocates for Global Action at UNGA 79

New York, September 25, 2024 The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) will lead dedicated activities promoting kidney health as part of side events during the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. Under the theme "Kidney Health Matters: Prioritizing the Silent Epidemic," these activities aim to raise awareness and engage policymakers and the...

September 25, 2024Advocacy, NewsRead more...

La SFNDT et l’ISN renforcent leur partenariat pour faire progresser la prise en charge des maladies rénales dans les pays francophones (in French)

Grâce à ce partenariat stratégique, la SFNDT et l'ISN unissent leurs forces pour améliorer la prise en charge des maladies rénales en développant la formation, la recherche et les efforts de plaidoyer dans les régions francophones. Cet accord s’accompagne de 2 nouveautés pour les adhérents de la SFNDT : Tous les adhérents peuvent profiter d'un accès...

September 6, 2024NewsRead more...

Obituary: Dr. Barry M. Brenner 1937 – 2024

In Memory of Barry M. Brenner, M.D. October 4, 1937 - August 6, 2024 The ISN community mourns the passing of Barry M. Brenner, a towering figure in the field of nephrology whose contributions have had a profound and lasting impact on global kidney health. As a co-chair of the ISN's Commission for the Global Advancement...

August 12, 2024Featured, NewsRead more...

Apply Now to Become an ISN Regional Training Center

Advance Kidney Care in your Region: Apply for Recognition as an ISN Regional Training Center The ISN is proud to recognize as ISN Regional Training Centers (RTCs) a growing network of sites in low and middle-income countries worldwide, which provide high-quality training to advance kidney care in their region. As ambassadors for the ISN mission and...

August 6, 2024ProgramRead more...

Author - Reema Parmar