ISN Toolkits

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...

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...

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...

Build better kidney health data – one step at a time with SharE‑RR Toolkit 

Reliable kidney health data is critical to improving care, but where do you begin?  The ISN SharE-RR Toolkit is your free step-by-step guide to building or strengthening a kidney health registry. Whether your focus is on chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, dialysis, or transplantation, this practical resource walks you through everything from feasibility to...

June 30, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

RAASi therapy made practical: A unified call to action and a ready-to-use clinical toolkit 

“Optimization of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone inhibitor therapies for evidence-based indications: A call to action from the cardio-kidney community,” a new joint commentary led by the ISN and partnering organizations, has been published in Kidney International Reports®, the American Journal of Preventive Cardiology, and ESC Heart Failure.  Read the full commentary  Although essential for managing chronic kidney disease, heart...

June 16, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Detect CKD before it’s too late — use new toolbox to launch an early detection program

A new addition to the ISN-KDIGO CKD Early Identification & Intervention Toolkit offers step-by-step guidance for setting up and maintaining chronic kidney disease (CKD) early detection and intervention initiatives. Discover the new toolbox The “Starting and Sustaining Early CKD Detection and Intervention Programs Toolbox” outlines essential components for program design, from identifying at-risk populations and selecting...

May 26, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Navigate complexity with confidence: Use the ISN Rare Kidney Diseases Toolkit 

Understanding and managing rare kidney diseases can be challenging, even for experienced nephrologists. The ISN Rare Kidney Diseases Toolkit offers concise, expert-led guidance to support timely recognition and informed decision-making in complex cases.  Explore the ISN Rare Kidney Diseases Toolkit  Focused, accessible, and clinically relevant  The toolkit features practical resources on a range of rare conditions, with...

April 28, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Enhance patient care with cardio-kidney-metabolic resources 

Are you making the most of the latest clinical tools from the multi-society Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Initiative led by the ISN?  The CKM Initiative addresses gaps in therapy, management, and implementation — supporting clinicians and advancing care for patients with CKM conditions. It includes an interactive CKM roadmap to guide the management of patients with cardio-kidney-metabolic...

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

New ISN Academy course: “Rare Kidney Diseases – MGRS and Amyloidosis”

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,...

March 10, 2025Education, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Access the New ISN Toolkit on Optimizing SGLT2i Therapy and a Brand New Tool on MRAs 

The Optimization of SGLT2i Therapy Toolkit* is the latest educational offering from a multi-society cardio-kidney-metabolic initiative led by the ISN. This initiative offers resources for advancing the prevention and management of cardio-kidney-metabolic complications. The toolkit highlights the crucial role of SGLT2 inhibitors in improving outcomes for patients with both kidney and cardiovascular diseases.  The SGLT2i...

February 3, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Explore the ISN’s New Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic Interactive Roadmap! 

The ISN has expanded its “Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Initiative” with the launch of a new interactive CKM roadmap designed to help clinicians manage patients with cardio-kidney-metabolic conditions and complications. Access the roadmap here Kidney, cardiovascular, and metabolic diseases are closely linked, contributing significantly to morbidity and mortality worldwide. Launched in 2022, the CKM initiative brings nephrologists and...

November 26, 2024Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

New in the ISN Rare Kidney Disease Toolkit: Webinars on IgAN and C3G

The ISN has added two new webinars to its Rare Kidney Disease Toolkit, focusing on immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) and C3 glomerulopathy (C3G). These expert-led sessions offer valuable insights into diagnosing, managing, and treating these rare but challenging kidney diseases. Watch "Advancements in C3 Glomerulopathy (C3G)," featuring David Kavanagh (UK), Alison Ma (Hong Kong), and...

October 28, 2024ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Explore and Use the ISN Rare Kidney Diseases Toolkit – New Tools Available

The Rare Kidney Diseases Toolkit* curates resources to raise the profile and understanding of rare kidney diseases. It offers disease-specific tools and highlights the burden, gaps, and unmet needs that need to be addressed. Access the toolkit here Tools include infographics, webinars, and the EACCME-accredited ISN Complement Pathway Disease Curriculum, which reviews the pathophysiology, diagnosis and...

May 21, 2024ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Supporting Physicians, Improving Outcomes: Accessible Resources for RAASi Therapy Optimization and Complication Management – Now Available in More Languages

The toolkit on optimizing RAASi therapy and managing associated complications offers user-friendly infographics in Chinese, English, Spanish and Japanese.   Access the Optimization of RAASi Therapy Toolkit here These visual aids serve as practical references for nephrologists, cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals caring for patients with heart and kidney conditions. The toolkit comprises five practical infographics, including...

May 21, 2024Education, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

New! Narrated Animation on Complement System Dysregulation and Its Impact on the Kidney–Watch it Now!

The kidney is particularly susceptible to damage by complement. Activation of the complement system is tightly regulated by a series of soluble and membrane-bound proteins. Failure of these checking mechanisms is one of the major causes of complement-mediated kidney diseases. Evidence of specific complement activity has been identified in several kidney diseases, including IgA nephropathy,...

February 19, 2024Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...