NKF Serving Northern California

Professional Education

Bay Area Ending Disparities in Chronic Kidney Disease Stakeholder Summit

Over the past few months, healthcare professionals and community members in the Bay Area have convened in four workgroups to discuss barriers, solutions, and equitable implementation strategies to improve early testing and diagnosis of CKD. In collaboration with these thought leaders, the NKF invites you to join us virtually on Wednesday, March 27th from 9:00 to 11:00 am PDT to share the Bay Area CKD strategy.

 

To learn more, contact: Nina Sherpa-Pine, Director of Community Impact and Health Partnerships, nina.sherpapine@kidney.org.

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Navigating Transplant - Financial Considerations: The Process, Barriers, Strategies, and Resources

Join us for Part 3 of the series Navigating Transplant, A Guide to Empowering Your Patients, to equip yourself with essential knowledge to assist patients in understanding the financial landscape surrounding kidney transplant including insurance coverage, financial assistance programs, and strategies for managing the financial aspects of kidney transplantation effectively. As a result of this session, dialysis professionals will be better able to support patients and care partners navigating these financial challenges, improving their chances of having a successful kidney transplant. Session 3 will take place on Wednesday, March 27th at 12 pmNote: This session is not for credit. 

 

Learning Objectives

  • Overview of financial aspects of transplantation

  • Discussion of insurance, financing, and strategic options for kidney transplant patients

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56th Annual Medical Symposium

Save the Date

Mark your calendar! This year's NKF Medical Symposium will be held on Friday, October 18, 2024.  More information to come. 

 

Were you too darn busy to attend the 55th Annual Medical Symposium in-person in 2023? The talks got rave reviews – watch the recordings and earn the credits! REGISTER HERE. This program is available until April 2024.

Need assistance? Email CMEinfo@kidney.org

Kidney Walk

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2024 Northern California Kidney Walk

Registration Open Now

On Sunday, June 23, 2024, the 2024 Northern California Kidney Walk returns to PayPal Park in San Jose!

 

Through this event, we raised awareness about Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) which affects 37 million Americans, and allowed many in Northern California affected with CKD to connect with others in their community.

 

Questions?

To register for the event and find more information about the Kidney Walk, go to 2024 Northern California Kidney Walk.

 

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Please contact Joe Grubbs at 818.783.8153 x542 or joe.grubbs@kidney.org.

 

Kidney Community Education

Navigating Transplant patient webinar series presented by National Kidney Foundation

Navigating Transplant: A Guide for Patients & Care Partners

We are grateful to our featured speakers Prince Tenoso, BSN, RN, CNN and Jackie Ferris, MSD-Ed, RN and to everyone who was able to join us for session 2 of this community series on March 7th!

 

March 7th Webinar Resources

Watch the recorded session, check out the slides, and browse our patient-focused resources. 

The Webinar Recording can be found here
The Webinar Slides can be found here
Resources shared can be found here

 

 Save the save for our next patient-focused virtual session, tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, May 21.

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