In this thought-provoking episode of the ISN Global Kidney Care Podcast, Winston Fung, Isabelle Ethier, and Caroline Stigant explore how kidney care contributes to climate change and what can be done to reduce its carbon footprint while maintaining high-quality outcomes. Find out how: Plastic waste adds up: Peritoneal dialysis alone generates over 30,000 tons of PVC...
Did you know the heart and kidneys are so closely connected that dysfunction in one can wreak havoc on the other? Explore this relationship and test your knowledge of cardiorenal syndrome in a new ISN Tweetorial. Access more resources on this topic through the ISN-led Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Initiative. The Tweetorial is supported by Boehringer Ingelheim.
The ISN Pregnancy and Disease Toolkit has been expanded with three new modules to support clinicians managing complex cases in this critical area: Pregnancy-related acute kidney injury Postpartum follow-up and care Management of pregnancy hypertension and preeclampsia These evidence-based resources are ideal for personal learning or teaching others and aim to improve outcomes for mothers and babies worldwide. Access...
Delegates and faculty at the “ISN Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases” in Nairobi, Kenya As part of its commitment to supporting members to strengthen global kidney care, the ISN hosted its latest “Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases” in Nairobi, Kenya, from May 16–17, 2025, in collaboration with the Kenya Renal Association. 🔗 Find out more about...
The ISN, in collaboration with the American Society of Onconephrology (ASON), has launched the new “Onconephrology Case Presentation Series” — now available at the ISN Academy. This case-based video series spotlights challenging real-world scenarios at the intersection of cancer and kidney care, helping clinicians sharpen their diagnostic and management skills in this evolving field. Case 1:...
The ISN Academy is launching a new series featuring artificial intelligence (AI)-driven innovations in nephrology. If you're working on an AI-related project, this is your chance to present your work in a 10–15-minute session followed by a recorded interview. Selected presentations will become part of the ISN Academy’s educational resources. Topics include AI in kidney...
Applications are now open for upcoming editions of ISN’s Primer Course in Glomerular Disease, designed for trainees and early-career clinicians. Open exclusively to ISN members, the course offers free registration and a select number of travel grants. Attendance is by application only, with limited spots available. September 2025: Prague, Czech Republic, prior to the International Symposium on...
The ISN Academy presents a comprehensive new course on monoclonal gammopathy of renal significance (MGRS) and amyloidosis, designed to equip healthcare professionals with critical knowledge on these rare but impactful conditions. Access the course here It features case-based, 20-minute recorded talks on key topics, including: The pathogenesis, diagnosis, and classification of MGRS subtypes—such as MIDD, PGNMID, C3G,...
Explore hundreds of hours of captivating WCN'25 content at the ISN Academy, or relive your in-person experience. Learn from more than 249 global experts and elevate your expertise! WCN'25 content is available for purchase for non-members. ISN members enjoy unlimited access to WCN'25 content on demand: ISN Members — visit the Academy (Join/renew your ISN...
Explore the ISN Academy's most popular resources of 2024 — from essential curricula to engaging webinars and case-based sessions. This content is helping to shape global kidney care and advance knowledge across the field. Make the most of these opportunities to enhance your own professional expertise! Kidney Supportive Care and Conservative Kidney Management Curriculum Electrolytes and...
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The latest episode of the ISN Global Kidney Care Podcast spotlights the “Train-the-Trainer” program for pregnancy and kidney disease, a pioneering initiative designed to address critical gaps in obstetric kidney care education worldwide. Listen to the podcast here Shilpanjali Jesudason (Australia) and Rasha Shemies (Egypt) discuss how the program brought together a diverse group of...
The ISN congratulates its newest ISN-Named Fellows: Megan Borkum and Neeru Agarwal for ISN-ACT (clinical trials) Rajitha A. Abeysekera for SharE-RR (registries) Somkanya Tungsanga, Nivedita Kamath, Victoria Nkunu, Caner Alparslan, Viviane Calice-Silva, Abduzhappar Gaipov, Anna Francis and Maria Pippias, for ISN-GKHA (ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas) Learn more about our ISN-Named Fellows here These early-career ISN members were approved as ISN-Named...
Are you exploring the potentially transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in kidney care? The ISN Academy invites ISN members to submit their innovative AI-related projects for an opportunity to be featured in a new educational series. Find out more and submit your proposal here Selected contributors will deliver a 10–15-minute presentation and participate in a...
The ISN Academy is committed to delivering high-quality educational resources to kidney health professionals worldwide. This fall, we've hosted a range of impactful webinars featuring simultaneous translation that have resonated with our community, including: Unlocking the Future: Artificial Intelligence in Dialysis Natural Disasters and Nephrology: Geographic Impacts, Organizational Responses, and International Insights Advancements and Innovations in IgA...
In this episode, CME Program committee member Urmila Anandh discusses the value of the ISN Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program with CME committee deputy chair Adrian Liew. ISN Fellowship committee chair Rümeyzameza Kazancioglu, who has spoken at numerous ISN-supported meetings, and Jaime Restrepo, a Latin America Regional Board member and CME Program recipient, also...
By Ahad Qayyum (Pakistan) The ISN has long considered capacity-building and education for young nephrologists a key priority. The Young Nephrologists Committee (YNC) has played a significant role in ISN initiatives that help its members improve their scientific writing skills, interpret data, and build a professional network. Recent initiatives include an ongoing webinar series to...
As the new academic year begins, the ISN Academy is excited to welcome lifelong learners to enhance their expertise and advance their careers in kidney care with the ISN's comprehensive curriculums and courses for all levels. Access all ISN Academy courses and curriculums Here's a glimpse of what's on offer: POCUS Curriculum Course overview: Training program that...
Join Jonathan Barratt (UK) and Richard Lafayette (US) as they explore the challenges of treating patients with IgA nephropathy (IgAN), especially younger individuals. Listen here With new medications now available, navigating treatment options has become more complex. Professor Lafayette presents a compelling case study from his practice, highlighting the real-world challenges of managing IgAN. This podcast is...
The Peritoneal Dialysis Outcomes and Practice Patterns Study (PDOPPS) is designed to advance the understanding of optimal practices for PD patients worldwide. Hear from DOPPS Program Scientific Director Roberto Pecoits-Filho in conversation with ISPD President Edwina Brown and PDOPPS International Steering Committee members Jeffrey Perl and Jenny Shen. Listen here Recorded live at WCN '24 in...
