Education

Share your AI expertise in nephrology at the ISN Academy – apply now!  

The ISN Academy is launching a new series featuring artificial intelligence (AI)-driven innovations in nephrology. If you're working on an AI-related project, this is your chance to present your work in a 10–15-minute session followed by a recorded interview. Selected presentations will become part of the ISN Academy’s educational resources.    Topics include AI in kidney...

ISN members: Apply to ISN’s expert-led primer courses in GN in Prague and Taipei – free registration and travel grants available 

Applications are now open for upcoming editions of ISN’s Primer Course in Glomerular Disease, designed for trainees and early-career clinicians. Open exclusively to ISN members, the course offers free registration and a select number of travel grants. Attendance is by application only, with limited spots available. September 2025: Prague, Czech Republic, prior to the International Symposium on...

New ISN Academy course: “Rare Kidney Diseases – MGRS and Amyloidosis”

The ISN Academy presents a comprehensive new course on monoclonal gammopathy of renal significance (MGRS) and amyloidosis, designed to equip healthcare professionals with critical knowledge on these rare but impactful conditions. Access the course here It features case-based, 20-minute recorded talks on key topics, including: The pathogenesis, diagnosis, and classification of MGRS subtypes—such as MIDD, PGNMID, C3G,...

WCN’25 on demand: Top global experts, hot topics, unlimited learning

Explore hundreds of hours of captivating WCN'25 content at the ISN Academy, or relive your in-person experience. Learn from more than 249 global experts and elevate your expertise! WCN'25 content is available for purchase for non-members. ISN members enjoy unlimited access to WCN'25 content on demand: ISN Members — visit the Academy  (Join/renew your ISN...

Discover the ISN Academy’s Top 10 Most Accessed Resources of 2024

Explore the ISN Academy's most popular resources of 2024 — from essential curricula to engaging webinars and case-based sessions. This content is helping to shape global kidney care and advance knowledge across the field. Make the most of these opportunities to enhance your own professional expertise! Kidney Supportive Care and Conservative Kidney Management Curriculum Electrolytes and...

Bridging the Gaps in Obstetric Kidney Care: Listen to the Podcast on the ISN “Train-the-Trainer” Program   

The latest episode of the ISN Global Kidney Care Podcast spotlights the “Train-the-Trainer” program for pregnancy and kidney disease, a pioneering initiative designed to address critical gaps in obstetric kidney care education worldwide.    Listen to the podcast here  Shilpanjali Jesudason (Australia) and Rasha Shemies (Egypt) discuss how the program brought together a diverse group of...

Celebrating Excellence: Meet Eleven New ISN-Named Fellows

The ISN congratulates its newest ISN-Named Fellows: Megan Borkum and Neeru Agarwal for ISN-ACT (clinical trials) Rajitha A. Abeysekera for SharE-RR (registries) Somkanya Tungsanga, Nivedita Kamath, Victoria Nkunu, Caner Alparslan, Viviane Calice-Silva, Abduzhappar Gaipov, Anna Francis and Maria Pippias, for ISN-GKHA (ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas) Learn more about our ISN-Named Fellows here These early-career ISN members were approved as ISN-Named...

ISN Members — Submit Your AI Projects to Be Featured on the ISN Academy! 

Are you exploring the potentially transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in kidney care? The ISN Academy invites ISN members to submit their innovative AI-related projects for an opportunity to be featured in a new educational series. Find out more and submit your proposal here Selected contributors will deliver a 10–15-minute presentation and participate in a...

Catch Up at the ISN Academy and Discover What’s in Store for 2025 

The ISN Academy is committed to delivering high-quality educational resources to kidney health professionals worldwide. This fall, we've hosted a range of impactful webinars featuring simultaneous translation that have resonated with our community, including:  Unlocking the Future: Artificial Intelligence in Dialysis    Natural Disasters and Nephrology: Geographic Impacts, Organizational Responses, and International Insights    Advancements and Innovations in IgA...

“Bringing Cutting-edge Science to All Parts of the World” – Listen to the Podcast on the ISN Continuing Medical Education Program 

In this episode, CME Program committee member Urmila Anandh discusses the value of the ISN Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program with CME committee deputy chair Adrian Liew. ISN Fellowship committee chair Rümeyzameza Kazancioglu, who has spoken at numerous ISN-supported meetings, and Jaime Restrepo, a Latin America Regional Board member and CME Program recipient, also...

Building Skills for Young Researchers One ISN Webinar at a Time – Register for November’s Session!

By Ahad Qayyum (Pakistan) The ISN has long considered capacity-building and education for young nephrologists a key priority. The Young Nephrologists Committee (YNC) has played a significant role in ISN initiatives that help its members improve their scientific writing skills, interpret data, and build a professional network. Recent initiatives include an ongoing webinar series to...

Back to School With the ISN Academy: Elevate Your Knowledge With Our Comprehensive Courses

As the new academic year begins, the ISN Academy is excited to welcome lifelong learners to enhance their expertise and advance their careers in kidney care with the ISN's comprehensive curriculums and courses for all levels. Access all ISN Academy courses and curriculums Here's a glimpse of what's on offer: POCUS Curriculum Course overview: Training program that...

Jonathan Barratt and Richard Lafayette on Evolving Treatments in IgAN: Listen to the Podcast!

Join Jonathan Barratt (UK) and Richard Lafayette (US) as they explore the challenges of treating patients with IgA nephropathy (IgAN), especially younger individuals. Listen here With new medications now available, navigating treatment options has become more complex. Professor Lafayette presents a compelling case study from his practice, highlighting the real-world challenges of managing IgAN. This podcast is...

Two New ISN Global Kidney Care Podcasts on Peritoneal Dialysis Practices and Advancing Expertise Through the Educational Ambassadors Program – Catch Up Now! 

The Peritoneal Dialysis Outcomes and Practice Patterns Study (PDOPPS) is designed to advance the understanding of optimal practices for PD patients worldwide. Hear from DOPPS Program Scientific Director Roberto Pecoits-Filho in conversation with ISPD President Edwina Brown and PDOPPS International Steering Committee members Jeffrey Perl and Jenny Shen. Listen here Recorded live at WCN '24 in...

“No Decision About Me, Without Me!” Discover Valuable Insights Into Shared Decision-making in Dialysis With the ISN Tweetorial

Shared decision-making in dialysis involves patients and healthcare professionals working together to make informed choices about treatment. It ensures patients understand their options and have a say in their healthcare decisions. Access the ISN Tweetorial here From tips on early detection to exciting innovations in treatment, this thread is packed with valuable insights. Explore the potential...

Explore Two New Modules in Conservative Kidney Management: Dialysis Withdrawal and Communication Skills

The ISN developed the CME-accredited "Kidney Supportive Care and Conservative Kidney Management Curriculum" to promote the global implementation of conservative kidney management (CKM) programs and encourage kidney supportive care (KSC) provision for those with advanced kidney diseases. Find out more about the course here Access new modules on: Module 15: Discontinuing Dialysis Dr. Barny Hole, Dr. Kelly Li,...

Top 5 Reasons Why Nephrologists Should Embrace Social Media in Their Practice

Social media has become more than just a platform for socializing; it's a powerful tool that can transform how nephrologists engage with patients, colleagues, and the wider healthcare community. Are you looking to enhance your nephrology practice? Harness the power of social media with the ISN Academy! The ISN Social Media Curriculum guides you on...

Supporting Physicians, Improving Outcomes: Accessible Resources for RAASi Therapy Optimization and Complication Management – Now Available in More Languages

The toolkit on optimizing RAASi therapy and managing associated complications offers user-friendly infographics in Chinese, English, Spanish and Japanese.   Access the Optimization of RAASi Therapy Toolkit here These visual aids serve as practical references for nephrologists, cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals caring for patients with heart and kidney conditions. The toolkit comprises five practical infographics, including...

Announcing Winners of Complimentary Registrations for the Vicenza Course

The ISN is pleased to announce three winners of complimentary registrations for the upcoming 42nd Vicenza Course AKI-CRRT-ECOS and Critical Care Nephrology 2024  Selected by the ISN Young Nephrologists Committee, the ISN congratulates the following winners: Omar Fueyo (Mexico) Shkelqim Muharremi (Macedonia) Swaraj Sathyan (Bahrein) The Vicenza Course will take place from June 11-13, 2024, at the Fiera di Vicenza Convention Center in Vicenza, Italy. The...