George E. Schreiner, MD

Renowned Nephrologist, NKF President

An internationally known nephrologist and teacher, George E. Schreiner, MD, is responsible for many advances in kidney disease treatment and for training generations of kidney specialists.

In the 1950s, he was instrumental in developing the protocol for dialyzable drugs and the use of an artificial kidney machine for drug overdose cases at Georgetown University. He went on to direct one of the nation's most important fellowship programs for 30 years at Georgetown University Hospital's Renal Division. He trained more than 100 fellows from around the world in clinical and research nephrology areas, including dialysis and transplantation.

As President of the National Kidney Foundation from 1968 to 1970, Dr. Schreiner was an early, vigorous and effective advocate for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Medicare legislation. The bill was passed in 1972 and continues to benefit thousands of kidney patients and families every day.

Dr. Schreiner has received numerous honors, including NKF's Trustee's Award, the President's Award and the David Hume Award, which is the highest scientific award bestowed by NKF. Dr. Schreiner currently lives in Washington, DC.