Find the education, tools, and resources you need to improve your practice, and keep updated on the latest in clinical research.
Kidney Professionals
Continuing Education
Journals
Spring Clinical Meetings
Save the Date for SCM26!
The NKF 2026 Spring Clinical Meetings will take place at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA with pre-conference courses on May 6, 2026 and the main conference running from May 7 - May 10, 2026.
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- Equip patients and families with knowledge, resources, and access to high-quality care.
- Advocate for policies that address disparities and prioritize kidney health for all.
- Fund research and technology to advance early detection, improve treatment, and expand transplant access.
Executive Councils
The Executive Councils are representative bodies of NKF's professional membership. Learn about the initiatives of each council:
- Council of Advanced Practice Providers (CAPP)
- Council on Renal Nutrition (CRN)
- Council of Nephrology Social Workers (CNSW)
- Council of Nephrology Nurses and Technicians (CNNT)
NKF Local Chapter Program
Find information and resources for affiliated local chapters of CNSW and CRN.
Physician Resources
Find information and resources for physicians.
Committees
This group provides overall direction and ongoing guidance to the KDOQI initiative.
Scientific Advisory Board
This board is responsible for directing and advocating for the organization’s major medical programs.
This board is responsible for directing and advocating for the organization’s major medical programs.
KDOQI clinical practice guidelines
Recognized throughout the world for improving the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease. The KDOQI guidelines have changed practice through its 18 evidence-based guidelines, as well as collaboration through wider policy and education programs to support implementation of guideline recommendations.
NKF Career Center
Connecting talent with opportunity, the NKF Career Center allows you to explore jobs by industry, location, job function, and via a company directory. Utilize the career planning portal as your one-stop career resource center to prepare you for your next opportunity.
Tools & Resources
Tools & Resources
Download tools to help you in your clinical practice.
Check out NKF's apps to keep up on the latest published research or support your patients.
Use our calculators to estimate GFR for adults or children.
NKF encourages primary care clinicians to screen their patients for kidney disease. Check out our tools to assist you in your practice.
Listen to podcasts on nephrology, kidney research, and the patient perspective.
Locate a CKD dietitian in your area.
A suite of patient education and peer support programs designed to supplement the clinical care your practice or organization already provides.
This toolkit is designed to assist transplant program administrators and leadership in building a business case for increasing living donation.