Renal Roundtable Series
A Program for Physicians and Advanced Practitioners
Dates to be announced soon!
This unique dinner series provides a networking opportunity among colleagues in the field of nephrology, compelling presentations by thought leaders in chronic kidney disease, and an opportunity for group discussion following the presentation. This program is open to physicians (all specialties and primary care) and nurse practitioners.
Kidney Social Summit – Patient & Caregiver Conference
Join your kidney community for an educational and empowering day! Learn more from professionals and other patients impacted by kidney disease. The Kansas City Kidney Social Summit takes place on March 24th, 2019. The event is FREE and open to the public. However, registration is required as space is limited.
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2019 Kidney Walks
The Kidney Walk is the nation's largest walk to fight kidney disease. Held in nearly 100 communities, the event raises awareness and funds lifesaving programs that educate and support patients, their families and those at risk. Take a lifesaving step today and sign up for a walk below.
Oklahoma City Kidney Walk – March 30, 2019
Magic of Giving Gala
Welcome to the 50’s! Martinis and pearls await you as we step back in time to the age of crooners, great fashion and diners.
The Magic of Giving Gala takes place on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 6:00pm at the Abbott, KC Crossroads. Guests will enjoy cocktails by J. Rieger & Co., designed by mixologist extraordinaire, Ryan Mabee, as well as a jewelry pull by Kendra Scott, balloon pop and exciting live and silent auctions. The Magic of Giving Gala is a celebration of good food, great drinks and inspiring stories! For more information please contact Tori Snowden at 913-262-1551 ext. 476 or tori.snowden@kidney.org
2019 Scholarship Announcement
Culpepper Exum Scholarship for Kidney Patients
Beth Witten, nephrology social worker, established the Culpepper Exum Scholarship as a memorial to her brother who had diabetes and was on dialysis prior to his death from heart disease in 2002.
This scholarship is intended to help two deserving dialysis or transplant patients to attend any accredited educational program. The award is for $1,000 per scholarship for one school year paid directly to the institution. Two scholarships will be awarded this school year—one to a Kansas resident and one to a Missouri resident.
$1,000 Scholarship per state (Kansas & Missouri) per year for…
- Any kidney patient – those on dialysis, kidney transplant recipients or any other kidney patients are welcome to apply
- Available for use at any trade school, continuing education program, college/university or career advancement program
For more details and to download the application, CLICK HERE. Please send complete applications to: Attn: Culpepper Exum Scholarship, c/o National Kidney Foundation – 6405 Metcalf Ave, Suite 204, Overland Park, KS 66202. If you need a paper application mailed to you, contact the National Kidney Foundation at (913) 262-1551, Ext. 473 to make a request.
Applications must be postmarked or faxed by May 15, 2019.
Scholarship recipients will be notified by June 8, 2019.
KEEP Healthy
Are you the 1 in 3 at risk for kidney disease? Find out at a FREE kidney health check!
KEEP Healthy – Friday, June 7, 2019
11:00 am – 2:00 pm (last screening at 1:30 pm)
Riverfest Health Fair in the Century II Exhibit Hall
225 W Douglas Ave
Wichita, Kansas 67202
Medical Professional and Bilingual volunteers Needed - Click Here for more information on Volunteering at this event.
Click Here for more information and to Pre-register as a participant for the event.
Kidney Health Ambassador Program
Are you passionate about spreading awareness about chronic kidney disease? Do you want to get more involved? Do you enjoy sharing your story or making a difference in your community? If you answered "YES" to any of these questions, WE NEED YOU! The National Kidney Foundation has many opportunities to serve in the Western Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma areas. Become a Kidney Health Ambassador today!!!
Kidney Health Ambassadors are the front line in our community providing much needed kidney health information to support our mission of awareness, prevention and treatment of this deadly disease that affects over 37 million Americans each year. Your time commitment is completely up to you. You can volunteer once a week, once a month, or even just twice a year.
Learn more about this important program by submitting an interest form here!