Nephrologist, fmr Board Chair NKF KS WMO
Dr. Ahmed Awad has been a dedicated nephrologist, researcher, and advocate for kidney health for three-plus decades. A leader in kidney disease prevention and research, he helped establish Kansas City as a hub for kidney disease trials. As former NKF Board Chair and Early Intervention Program Chair, he played a key role in KDOQI approved early detection guidelines. He contributed to CKDintercept, NKF’s initiative to improve early diagnosis and slow progression. Appointed to Missouri’s CKD Task Force, Dr. Awad’s work shapes kidney care nationwide.
