Author - Reema Parmar

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...

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...

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...

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...

ISN Advocacy Newsletter – Bridging the Gaps – April 2025

Shaping the future of global kidney health at WHA78 & beyond   As an exciting year for global kidney health advocacy continues to unfold, I’d like to highlight several tremendous opportunities to make a lasting impact on kidney care. First, there is considerable momentum surrounding the vote on Guatemala’s kidney health resolution during the World Health...

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...

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,...

ISN Advocacy Newsletter – Bridging the Gaps – February 2025

2024 Advocacy Milestones & What’s Ahead in 2025 Welcome to Bridging the Gaps, the quarterly update on ISN advocacy efforts to prioritize kidney health worldwide.  As we step into 2025, I look forward to building on the ISN's significant contributions to raising awareness of kidney disease in 2024.   In May, the ISN organized a side event during...

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...

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...

ISN Advocacy Newsletter – Bridging the Gaps – October 2024

ISN Advocacy: Leading Kidney Health Globally  Dear members and allies,  Welcome to the latest 2024 edition of Bridging the Gaps, the ISN's quarterly update on our global kidney health advocacy initiatives.   It was exciting to kick off the fall season with the launch of the year-long World Kidney Day campaign focused on "Are Your Kidneys OK? Detect...

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...

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...

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...

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...

CSH and ISN Forge Partnership to Promote Environmentally Sustainable Kidney Care

The Centre for Sustainable Healthcare (CSH) and the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) are pleased to announce a groundbreaking partnership aimed at promoting environmentally sustainable practices in kidney care through the Global Environmental Evolution in Nephrology and Kidney Care (GREEN-K) Initiative. Learn more about the ISN GREEN-K Initiative This partnership signifies a vital step towards incorporating...

ISN Advocacy Newsletter – Bridging the Gaps – July 2024

Bridging the Gaps: Update on the ISN's Global Impact and Leadership in Kidney Health Advocacy  Dear members and allies,  Welcome to the latest edition of Bridging the Gaps, your go-to source for updates on ISN global kidney health advocacy initiatives. This quarterly newsletter brings you the most significant developments and successes in our collective efforts to...

The ISN Supports Groundbreaking Advances in Addressing Transplantation Issues at the 77th World Health Assembly

The @ISBT128 presented at #WHA77 a constituency statement on the Transplantation of Human Cells, Tissues, and Organs, signed by the ISN and key stakeholders. Holistic kidney transplantation care is crucial for saving lives and improving outcomes.Download the statement here:… pic.twitter.com/W6vqtr57It— Int Society of Nephrology (@ISNkidneycare) May 29, 2024 The ISN attended the 77th...

Submit Nominees for 2025-2027 ISN President-Elect & 10 Regional Board Deputy Chairs (Who Also Serve on the ISN Council) by July 12 at 5 p.m. CEST

Do you have, or do you know someone with the right qualities to be an ISN leader? If eligible, ISN members can nominate or be nominated as potential candidates for 2025-2027 ISN roles:    1. President-elect    2. Regional board deputy chairs - who also serve as council members - for all ten ISN regions How to proceed?...

Invitation to Complete Survey to Contribute to Referral for Kidney Transplantation Study

The Transplantation Society (TTS) and the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) referral for kidney transplantation working group is conducting a survey to examine global patterns in referral of advanced chronic kidney disease patients (pre-dialysis or on-dialysis) for kidney transplantation. Take the survey now The survey aims to compare referral practices across countries and identify barriers to...