Kidney Wise

Newsletter for Physicians

Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are represented in every primary care practice. The CKD population is growing as the causes of kidney disease continue to escalate, primarily diabetes and hyperten- sion. These diseases are very prevalent in the state of Kentucky and CKD has become a serious public health problem. One in nine Ken- tuckians has CKD. It is imperative that CKD is diagnosed early as it is treatable and progression to Stage 5 may be delayed or avoided com- pletely. There are many benefits to patients when nephrologists and primary care physicians work as a team to treat CKD and the associ- ated co-morbidities. Download

Professionals

National Kidney Foundation Spring Clinical Meetings

The Spring Clinical Meetings (www.nkfclinicalmeetings.org) are designed to bring you fresh approaches to dealing with difficult clinical issues. The program includes interactive sessions for Nephrologists, Fellows and Residents, Nephrology Nurses and Technicians, Renal and Clinical Dietitians, Nephrology Social Workers, Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. All programs are accredited for CME and/or CE credit hours. more information