Physician, Pharmacist and Scientist Membership in
the National Kidney Foundation
- Why Become A Member of The NKF?
- What Does My Membership Include?
- When Will My Membership Begin
- What are the membership dues?
- How Do I Join?
Why Become A Member Of The NKF?
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) supports physicians, pharmacists and scientists involved in the field of nephrology by providing continuing education, developing practice guidelines, fostering research, and shaping health policy affecting renal health professionals and patients. Our physician, pharmacist, and scientist members number nearly 4,000, and are a driving force behind the scientific-medical function of the organization. As a member:
- You will keep abreast of important news and developments in renal care through professional education opportunities. You will have access to NKF journals, newsletters, and educational materials, as well as symposia and conferences, providing the latest information on diagnostic techniques and treatment modalities.
- You will advance your special professional interests. Whether you are a nephrologist, urologist, pediatrician, internist, family practitioner, pharmacist or scientist, you will find activities that deal with your particular concerns.
- You can make a measurable contribution to the mission of the NKF by participating in scientific sessions, serving on committees, and undertaking assignments that can be mutually beneficial. U.S. members can work with area NKF affiliates to promote better understanding of kidney and urologic diseases.
- Through the NKF, you will enhance your voice in legislative and public policy issues that affect renal care.
- You will have the opportunity to interact and collaborate with other renal health professionals prominent in their fields.
- Finally, your membership is important to maintain continued leadership and to advance research in the field of kidney and urologic diseases. The stronger our membership, the greater the success in achieving our mission of "making lives better."
What Does My Membership Include?
As a physician, pharmacist or scientist member of the NKF, you will receive the following benefits:
- A Subscription to the American Journal of Kidney Diseases.
- Online access to the full text of AJKD, with a complete and searchable archive
- A reduced subscription rate to Advances in Chronic Kidney Disease (ACKD), a quarterly, multidisciplinary NKF journal
- A reduced subscription rate to the Journal of Renal Nutrition, a quarterly publication of the NKF's Council on Renal Nutrition
- Advance notice of meetings and NKF programs
- A reduced registration fee for the NKF's Clinical Meetings
- Special mailings from the NKF on subjects such as KDOQI clinical practice guidelines and research
- Access to the many patient, professional and public education materials developed by the NKF and its constituents - including free patient education brochures and fact sheets by request
All of these benefits are available to NKF members at a cost less than that of subscribing to the American Journal of Kidney Diseases alone!
When Will My Membership Begin?
Your membership will begin in the month that this application is received and processed at the National Kidney Foundation, at which point you will begin receiving your benefits
What are the membership dues?
For current membership dues please click here
To become a member, simply fill out the on-line application or mail the printable application* to:
National Kidney Foundation
Membership Department
30 E. 33rd Street
New York, New York 10016
If you have any questions regarding membership, please contact the NKF at (800) 622-9010 or (212) 889-2210.
