Initiatives

Share practical kidney care tools with primary care colleagues, now available in additional languages 

The ISN’s practical kidney care “cheat sheets” for primary care are now available in French and Spanish, alongside the original English version, making it easier to share clear, concise kidney care guidance with primary care colleagues in different geographies. Japanese, German, and Chinese translations will follow soon.  Explore the “cheat sheets” and share them with your primary care colleagues  Designed as quick-reference resources for primary...

September 14, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Turn environmentally sustainable goals into action with the new ISN Green Nephrology Toolkit 

Concerned about the environmental impact of kidney care but unsure where to start? The ISN Green Nephrology Toolkit offers practical guidance to help healthcare professionals introduce simple, sustainable changes within their kidney care units.   Explore the toolkit   Developed in collaboration with the ISN Emerging Leaders Program cohort 2 with support from the GREEN-K* steering committee, the toolkit is designed for teams at any stage of their sustainability...

May 26, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Take part in the ISN – Global PrAKI Consortium Global Snapshot of pregnancy-associated AKI  

Pregnancy-associated acute kidney injury (PrAKI) remains a major contributor to maternal and perinatal morbidity worldwide, yet its true global burden has never been captured in a single, coordinated dataset. Developed with ISN support, the first PrAKI Global Snapshot will help address this gap through an international, non-interventional service evaluation using anonymized, routinely collected clinical data.  Building on the existing partnership between...

May 12, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Practical tools for primary care: Share the ISN’s kidney care cheat sheets 

Primary care is often the first point of contact for people with emerging health concerns, making primary care physicians central to the early detection and long-term management of kidney disease.  Early identification in these settings is critical, as many kidney diseases are diagnosed at later stages, while timely intervention can slow progression and improve outcomes.  The ISN has...

April 27, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Keeping CKD on the internal medicine agenda: the ISN at ECIM 2026 

ISN member Kristin Veighey presents at the ISN-EFIM joint session at ECIM 2026  At the European Congress of Internal Medicine (ECIM) 2026, the ISN and the European Federation of Internal Medicine (EFIM) held a joint session highlighting the importance of kidney health in internal medicine.   ​ Janaka Karalliedde  speaks at the ISN-EFIM joint session at ECIM...

April 27, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Plan stronger CKDu research with the new ISN i3C Toolkit 

What if better research approaches could help take the “unknown” out of chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology (CKDu)?  Launched at WCN’26, the new ISN i3C CKDu Toolkit* is designed to help build research capacity in CKDu-endemic regions by strengthening study design and implementation through consistent approaches to case definitions, exposure assessment, and outcome measurement.  Explore the ISN i3C Toolkit  It offers practical guidance to strengthen the rigor,...

April 13, 2026ISN Toolkits, News, ResearchRead more...

What do kidneys actually do? Make sure your patients know! 

The ISN “Are your kidneys healthy?” quiz webpage has been refreshed with a new design that makes key kidney health information easier to explore.  Access the “Are your kidneys healthy?” quiz  Available in 35 languages, the quiz helps better understand kidney function, risk factors, and steps they can take to protect their kidney health.   Share the quiz with your patients to open a dialogue about...

March 23, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Help shape sustainable kidney care: Contribute to the GREEN-K procurement strategy 

                      The ISN-led GREEN-K* (Global Environmental Evolution in Nephrology and Kidney Care) initiative invites the global kidney community to review and comment on a joint draft statement, “Procurement for Environmentally and Ethically Sound Kidney Care Products and Services.”  Read the draft statement and share your feedback by...

March 17, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Apply by March 23 to attend the ISN Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases in Uruguay 

Looking to strengthen your confidence in diagnosing and managing glomerular diseases? The ISN Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases offers an intensive, case-based learning experience designed to sharpen clinical decision-making and connect you with international faculty and peers.  Applications are now open for the next edition of the course in Montevideo, Uruguay, from August 8–9, 2026.  Find...

March 9, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Latest ISN International Expert Forum: Advancing B cell science to inform care in glomerular disease 

Speakers and moderators at the ISN Expert Forum on B cell targeting in glomerular disease  What do clinicians and researchers need to know about B cell biology and targeting as options for glomerular disease continue to evolve? From January 29-31, 111 experts from 27 countries gathered in Seville, Spain, for the ISN Expert Forum on B Cell Targeting in Glomerular Disease: A New...

February 9, 2026Education, Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Learning from global experts to elevate clinical practice: ISN Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases held in Taiwan 

  Delegates and faculty at the ISN Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases in Taipei, Taiwan   The latest edition of the ISN Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases took place in Taipei, Taiwan, as a pre-congress course at the 23rd Asian Pacific Congress of Nephrology in conjunction with the Annual Meeting of Taiwan Society of Nephrology, bringing together 99 delegates from 15 countries, along with faculty and representatives from supporting partners.  The course provided clinicians with up-to-date guidance on diagnosing, interpreting, and managing the...

January 12, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

“Are your kidneys healthy?” quiz reaches 32 languages with new Swahili version 

The ISN “Are Your Kidneys Healthy?” quiz is now available in Swahili!  These quick and informative questions, offered in 32 languages, help individuals assess their risk of kidney disease and take proactive steps for kidney health.  If you would like to contribute by translating the quiz into another language, please contact Romane at rblondel@theisn.org.  

November 24, 2025Initiatives, NewsRead more...

ISN SGLT2i Toolkit now available in German and Spanish – French coming soon! 

Want quick, reliable references to guide multidisciplinary treatment decisions? The ISN Optimization of SGLT2i Therapy Toolkit provides handy infographics designed to help nephrologists, cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals optimize patient care across kidney, heart, and metabolic conditions.  Access the tools in English, German, and Spanish   Key topics covered include:  Nuts and bolts of SGLT2i therapy at the...

November 24, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Encouraging government action in Tajikistan: Implementing the ISN Dialysis Framework 

    The deputy minister of health and staff from the Health Department, Tajikistan, visit a new hemodialysis center opened with support from the ISN SRC Program   Irma Tchokhonelidze observed significant gaps in dialysis provision during her 2021 visits to kidney centers in Dushanbe, including limited diagnostic capacity, the absence of patient registries, and inconsistent follow-up...

October 27, 2025Initiatives, News, Sister Renal CentersRead more...

ISN Train-the-Trainer Program for pregnancy and kidney disease comes full circle as former trainees join the faculty 

A new cohort of trainees has been accepted into the program and will receive guidance from members of the inaugural cohort, now serving as faculty alongside senior mentors.   The ISN Train-the-Trainer program in pregnancy and kidney diseases, led by Shilpa Jesudason (Australia) and Michelle Hladunewich (Canada), aims to build a robust network of professionals...

October 27, 2025Education, Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Build an early CKD detection program, one building block at a time 

Early detection of CKD can save lives and reduce healthcare costs by slowing progression, preventing complications, and avoiding costly dialysis or transplantation. Utilize the Starting and Sustaining Early CKD Detection and Intervention Programs Toolbox to address CKD detection gaps rand help improve care for those at risk.  Designed as a set of building blocks, the...

October 13, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Better outcomes for interconnected conditions: The ISN’s CKM Initiative on World Heart Day 

As we observe World Heart Day, today, September 29, the ISN underscores the critical intersection of cardiovascular and kidney health through its Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Initiative.   The ISN encourages healthcare professionals worldwide to integrate the CKM tools into their practice. By doing so, clinicians can refine their approach to treating patients with overlapping cardiovascular, kidney, and...

September 29, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Supporting patients with rare kidney diseases: ISN fact sheet now in multiple languages 

Designed as an advocacy resource, the ISN fact sheet on rare kidney diseases (RKDs) was first launched in English at the 78th World Health Assembly. Now available in several languages, the ISN encourages all members and partners to leverage this tool in their advocacy, policymaking, and clinical engagement efforts.  Arabic  Chinese   French  Japanese  Spanish  Access the translated fact sheets*  The fact...

September 29, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

ISN Kidney Care Network study published in PLOS ONE sets out a standard for AKD care in LLMICs 

A study led by ISN members under the ISN Kidney Care Network proves that a simple, low-cost approach to acute kidney disease (AKD) detection and management is both feasible and effective in LLMICs. With further stakeholder engagement, this model could become the standard of care for AKD in similar settings, ultimately reducing avoidable deaths...

July 14, 2025Initiatives, NewsRead more...

At-a-glance guidance on ADPKD: New toolkit resource 

A clear and concise reference on managing autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) has been added to the ISN Rare Kidney Diseases Toolkit, offering quick access to essential clinical information for healthcare professionals navigating this complex condition.  Explore the infographic  Drawing on the latest KDIGO 2025 guidelines, the infographic summarizes diagnostic criteria, prognostic tools, treatment strategies,...

July 14, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...