Modules 5 and 6 of the CME-accredited ISN YNC Curriculum: Basics of Statistics for a Successful Start in Clinical Research are now available at the ISN Academy. Access Modules 5 and 6 now! (Join/renew your ISN membership to access this content) Module 5: Learn the applications of big data and machine learning in clinical research through...
Conservative Kidney Management (CKM) is a key component of the ISN's 5–10-year strategy to improve global access to integrated care for safe, sustainable and equitable kidney diseases. To this end, the Conservative Kidney Management Working Group developed a CME-accredited "Kidney Supportive Care and Conservative Kidney Management Curriculum" to help build the capacity to implement sustainable...
In this joint ISN Middle East Regional Board-American Association of Onconephrology (ASON) webinar, "Should We Perform Kidney Transplants in Recipients With a Pretransplant Cancer Diagnosis?" Professor Horacio Adrogue (USA) discussed the escalating demand for kidney transplants, particularly among individuals with prior cancer histories. Watch the webinar here. ISN-ASON partnership to advance onconephrology The webinar was produced...
Imbalances in electrolyte and acid-base can lead to kidney damage and dysfunction and may indicate underlying kidney diseases and other medical conditions. Regularly monitoring electrolyte and acid-base levels, especially in individuals with kidney disease or other health concerns, is essential to preserve kidney health. ISN members: Access the CME-accredited curriculum here This comprehensive seven-part curriculum delivers a...
The ISN is pleased to share news of its official partnership with the Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation, a collaboration to raise awareness about polycystic kidney disease and offer educational resources on this rare condition. Together, the two organizations will produce a webinar and podcast. Join us for the upcoming "Equity in ADPKD: Bridging Gaps for Better...
The ISN teamed up with the American Society of Diagnostics and Interventional Nephrology to develop a webinar on point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS)-based volume assessment. Watch the webinar here. POCUS, particularly IVC ultrasound, is a valuable tool for assessing intravascular volume, predicting volume responsiveness, and managing conditions like hepatorenal syndrome and congestive organ injury. As technology advances and more...
Delegates at the first edition of the Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases in Tokyo The "Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases" covers best practices in glomerulonephritis management for trainees and early career clinicians. The ISN's first edition of the course took place in Tokyo, Japan, from October 1-2, 2023, held in partnership with the Asian Pacific Society of...
In this engaging dialogue, Augusto Cesar Santos Jr. and Peter Kotanko discuss the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine, particularly within kidney care. Listen here They shed light on how AI can serve as a valuable tool for healthcare providers, enabling them to predict patient outcomes, personalize treatment plans and empower patients to take...
Discover the latest addition to the ISN Academy – an exclusive curriculum on rare diseases, with a special focus on complement pathway disorders. This comprehensive course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and advanced management of complement-mediated kidney diseases. Explore the curriculum here What's included? A seven-module course covering: Comprehensive pathophysiology insights Advanced diagnosis techniques Expert-driven...
The complete "Online Kidney Education for Primary Care Physicians" curriculum is now available at the ISN Academy. What is it? Developed collaboratively by the ISN and the Mumbai Kidney Foundation, this curriculum equips primary care physicians with the necessary knowledge and skills to manage and care for patients with kidney-related issues. Explore the complete list of modules...
Stay up to date, grow professionally and connect with peers through CME-accredited content at the ISN Academy. Introduction to Qualitative Health Research Expert Series: Ethical Aspects of Kidney Care for Women CKDu Network i3C - Kidney Biopsy Course Kidney Stone Course Hybrid Fellowship Course: General Nephrology Hybrid Fellowship Course: Dialysis Hybrid Fellowship Course: Transplantation POCUS Curriculum Find out more about...
Whether taking your first steps into clinical research or looking to improve your statistical skills, the ISN Young Nephrologists Committee's six-part video curriculum guides you to use statistics effectively and analyze and interpret data from clinical trials and studies. Access Chapter I, Modules 1 and 2 now! Module 1: Learn study design basics and the...
Watch the webinar “Winning Steps for a Successful WCN’24 Abstract Submission and Beyond.” It’s abstract submission season! How can you write a good abstract that will get accepted to WCN’24? WCN’24 abstract reviewers Sabine Karam, Magdalena Madero, Roberto Pecoits-Filho and Rob Walker have got you covered! Follow their foolproof advice on writing a winning abstract...
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The WCN'23 scientific program featured 230 speakers from 44 countries. This content is now available to watch at your convenience here. The WCN'23's scientific program is FREE for ISN members and WCN'23 attendees and $45 for non-members (join the ISN or renew your membership here - now with 50% off!). To access the content, log in to your ISN...
Led by renowned experts Shilpa Jesudason (Australia) and Michelle Hladunewich (Canada), the "Train the Trainer" program aims to transform approaches to managing kidney disease in pregnancy. The program has three objectives: Build a robust network of professionals well-versed in the intricate relationship between pregnancy and kidney disease The ISN seeks to create a ripple effect by...
Watch the latest ISN video abstracts from the @ISNeducation Social Media Team. Watch the videos here. The videos are based on papers from Kidney International® and Kidney International Reports®: Zinc Finger Protein 24-Dependent Transcription Factor SOX9 Up-regulation Protects Tubular Epithelial Cells During Acute Kidney Injury Randomized Trial on the Effects of Dialysate Potassium Concentration on Intradialytic Hypertension
The ISN and the American Association of Onconephrology (ASON) are collaborating on a series of case presentations to promote research, clinical activities, and education in onconephrology. Watch the first case, “Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor-related Kidney Adverse Events,” here. Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICPI) have transformed the landscape of cancer therapy. They are currently the cornerstone of treatment for...
Teams compete in the quiz-a-thon at WCN’23 Watch the WCN'23 Spotlight Sessions on the ISN Academy here. Success stories from ISN Grant recipients Professor David Harris introduces a session of first-hand experiences, highlighting some of the ISN's granting programs. Hear from: Dr. Ningning Wang (China) on the ISN Clinical Research and Mentorship Programs Professor Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim Akl (Saudia Arabia) on the ISN...
Roberto Pecoits-Filho and Amina Rakisheva discuss the Optimization of RAASi Therapy Toolkit on the Spotlight Stage at WCN'23 Watch the WCN'23 Spotlight Sessions here. A Nephrology-Cardiology Initiative: Optimization of RAASi Therapy Toolkit* Roberto Pecoits-Filho, ISN Research Working Group member, and Amina Rakisheva, representing the Heart Failure Association of the European Society of Cardiology (HFA-ESC), discuss the...
