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Kidney care focuses on the treatment, management and prevention of kidney diseases.

ISN Continuing Medical Education Program Supports Nurses in Revitalizing Dialysis Care in Samoa

In July 2024, the ISN and the Australian and New Zealand Society of Nephrology supported two nurses from New Zealand to present at the 2nd Biennial Samoa Kidney Conference in July 2024. ISN OSEA Regional Board member and Core Programs Committee Deputy Chair Robert Walker also shared his expertise at the event. Learn more about...

September 16, 2024CME, Grants, NewsRead more...

The Countdown to World Kidney Day 2025 Has Begun – Discover the Year-long Campaign Theme!

The annual World Kidney Day (WKD) campaign for 2025 officially launched on September 9. This year-long campaign features a day of global activities on March 13, 2025. The 2025 campaign, “Are Your Kidneys OK? Detect Early, Protect Kidney Health,” highlights the importance of recognizing kidney disease risk factors and accessing timely testing to improve early...

September 16, 2024Advocacy, News, World Kidney DayRead more...

Investigating the Economic Burden and Cost-effectiveness Evidence Base for Rare Kidney Diseases

Rare kidney diseases (RKD) place a substantial economic burden on patients and health systems, the extent of which is unknown and may be systematically underestimated by health economic techniques. The “Scoping Review of Economic Analyses of Rare Kidney Diseases,” written in collaboration with The George Institute for Global Health, examines the existing evidence base toward...

September 16, 2024Initiatives, News, ResearchRead more...

ISN-Endorsed Events Worldwide: Join Us in Mexico, Turkey, Brazil, and Dubai This September – Apply for ISN Endorsement for Your Event!

The ISN endorses high-quality events within the kidney care community. Whether your event is big or small, if it addresses region-relevant topics, it could qualify for our endorsement. Apply for ISN endorsement for enhanced visibility, scientific merit, and educational impact. Discover all the benefits of ISN-endorsed meetings and how to apply here. 57th National Congress of...

September 2, 2024ISN Participates, News, Regional ActivitiesRead more...

Jonathan Barratt and Richard Lafayette on Evolving Treatments in IgAN: Listen to the Podcast!

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...

September 2, 2024Education, NewsRead more...

Explore a New Resource on Kidney Health Inequalities to Help Advocate for Prioritizing Kidney Care Globally

A new resource by Kidney Research UK has been added to the ISN's repository, "Kidney Disease and the Global Health Agenda." The report "Time to Act: A New Review of Kidney Health Inequalities" provides a narrative overview of progress made in kidney health inequalities in the UK and provides revised recommendations to address ongoing challenges....

July 29, 2024Advocacy, Advocacy ToolsRead more...

Inspiring Change: The ISN Endorses WIN ICON 2024

Women in Nephrology, India (WIN-India) is hosting its third annual conference, “WIN ICON 2024,” from August 3-4, 2024, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. This two-day event presents a scientific program of diverse topics by national and international faculty. The conference promotes vital education, research, collaboration, and professional development in kidney care to advance kidney disease prevention,...

July 29, 2024ISN Participates, NewsRead more...

Sharing a Valuable Tool to Assess Kidney Disease Risks: Meet the ISN Healthy Kidneys Champions and Join Their Efforts!

ISN Healthy Kidneys Champions - members of ISN’s regional boards- are leading the dissemination of the "Are Your Kidneys Healthy?" one-minute online quiz. This quiz, available in 26 languages, helps people understand their risk for kidney disease and know when to talk to their healthcare professional. Find out more about how ISN Healthy Kidneys Champions are promoting...

July 1, 2024Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Positioning Kidney Disease at the Forefront of the Global Health Agenda: Use and Share Free ISN Resources

The ISN is committed to highlighting kidney health in the global health agenda and actively advocates with the World Health Organization to prioritize kidney health as a critical noncommunicable disease (NCD). Earlier this year, Nature Reviews Nephrology published “Chronic Kidney Disease and the Global Public Health Agenda: An International Consensus,” highlighting kidney disease as a...

July 1, 2024Advocacy, News, WHORead more...

Latest ISN Journal Editorial Selections

Kidney International® Developing a Genetic Testing Panel for Evaluation of Morbidities In Kidney Transplant Recipients The authors developed a comprehensive gene panel to identify monogenic conditions associated with major post-transplant complications in kidney transplant recipients (KTR). They analyzed exome sequencing data from 1590 KTR and found diagnostic variants in genes linked to Mendelian kidney disorders and transplant-related...

July 1, 2024Journals, NewsRead more...

New Section on Risk Matrix Available Now in the ISN-ACT Toolkit

The ISN-ACT Toolkit has been extended to include a chapter on risk management – a fundamental pillar in the planning and executing of clinical trials that helps categorize risks based on their likelihood of occurrence and potential impact on the study. This new section was contributed by ISN-Advancing Clinical Trials Committee member Dr. Paula Andrea...

June 18, 2024News, ResearchRead more...

Showcase Achievements in Kidney Care: Nominate a Candidate for the ISN 2025 Awards!

Join the ISN in recognizing trailblazers in kidney care by nominating outstanding individuals for the ISN 2025 Awards. Why nominate? Your nomination can highlight groundbreaking contributions and inspire future generations of nephrologists by: Increasing global impact: Recognize pioneers in kidney care and ensure their work gains international recognition. Honoring dedication: Acknowledge the commitment and achievements of your peers...

June 18, 2024Awards, NewsRead more...

Avacopan and Rituximab – A Promising Combination for Patients With ANCA-Associated Vasculitis

Read all global trial selections from the ISN-ACT initiative here. The “trial of the month” is available in several languages. In addition, selected clinical trials are demystified for the layperson. ISN-ACT Global Trials Focus Subgroup member Nikolay Bulanov summarizes the design and outcomes of one of the ISN-ACT Global Trials Focus’s latest trial selections. Efficacy and safety of...

June 3, 2024News, ResearchRead more...

Top 5 Reasons Why Nephrologists Should Embrace Social Media in Their Practice

Social media has become more than just a platform for socializing; it's a powerful tool that can transform how nephrologists engage with patients, colleagues, and the wider healthcare community. Are you looking to enhance your nephrology practice? Harness the power of social media with the ISN Academy! The ISN Social Media Curriculum guides you on...

May 21, 2024Education, NewsRead more...

“Patient Care Improved With Immediate Effect”: The ISN Educational Ambassadors Program Boosts POCUS Training in Pakistan

In April 2024, ISN Educational Ambassador (EA) Professor Saeed Ahmed, consultant nephrologist at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust in the UK, visited the Bahria Town International Hospital (BTIH) in Lahore, Pakistan, to deliver Pakistan's first hands-on four-day workshop in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) basics; a joint ISN - Pakistan Society of Nephrology initiative. The...

May 21, 2024Educational Ambassador, Grants, News, Young nephrologistsRead more...

Support Excellence in Kidney Care: Nominate for the ISN 2025 Awards!

Agnes Fogo presenting Charles Alpers with the 2023 Roscoe R. Robinson Award at WCN’23 It’s time to nominate friends and colleagues whose work deserves international recognition. If you are an ISN member, you can support global excellence in kidney care by submitting a nomination for an ISN Award! Please send all nominations, supporting materials, questions, or...

May 6, 2024Awards, NewsRead more...

Setting the Stage to Propel Global Nephrology to New Heights: Thank You to All Delegates for a Phenomenal Congress! Browse Memorable Moments in Pictures and Discover Statistics for 2024

Thank you to the 4,500 delegates from more than 121 countries whose energy and contributions drove WCN'24's phenomenal success! Browse the WCN photo gallery here! Here's a snapshot of what we experienced together over four extraordinary days of learning, networking, and innovation: 1576 groundbreaking abstracts were accepted, with 867 posters on display 252 top-tier speakers from around the globe presented a diverse...

April 23, 2024News, WCNRead more...

Explore Global Variance in Kidney Care Capacity: Papers Summarizing ISN-GKHA Regional Data Published in Kidney International® Supplements

The 2023 ISN Global Kidney Health Atlas (GKHA) sheds light on the current global capacity to deliver kidney care. Read the Kidney International® Supplements papers here A collection of papers published in Kidney International® Supplements focuses on each of the ten ISN regions, presenting a comprehensive overview of kidney care services by world region. They highlight...

April 8, 2024News, ResearchRead more...

Get Ready for WCN’24: Engage With the Global Kidney Care Community!

Excitement is building as the World Congress of Nephrology 2024 approaches—are you prepared for this unforgettable experience? Here's how you can maximize your participation: Stay connected on social media and share your attendance -Keep up with the feedback and updates by following ISN channels on social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. -Share your experiences using...

April 2, 2024News, WCNRead more...

Latest ISN Journal Editorial Selections

Kidney International® Executive Summary of the KDIGO 2024 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease: Known Knowns and Known Unknowns This executive summary of the Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease outlines the bases for updated therapies and strategies...

April 2, 2024Journals, NewsRead more...