Delegates at the first edition of the Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases in Tokyo The Japanese Society of Nephrology (JSN) participated in the ISN Affiliated Societies Meeting at the recent WCN'24 in Buenos Aires, providing a detailed overview of Japan's current kidney care landscape, including region-specific challenges and successes. Key Points from the JSN Presentation: Strong membership...
Dr. Doreen Nanyunja (Uganda) was awarded 2nd place in the ISN Mentorship Abstract Award for her submission "Infectious Complications of Chronic Haemodialysis via Central Venous Catheters at a Tertiary Hospital in East Africa." Read the full paper in the supplement to KI Reports on WCN'24 abstracts here This award recognizes the top three WCN'24 abstracts submitted...
Read all global trial selections from the ISN-ACT initiative here. The “trial of the month” is available in several languages. In addition, selected clinical trials are demystified for the layperson. ISN-ACT Global Trials Focus Subgroup member Nikolay Bulanov summarizes the design and outcomes of one of the ISN-ACT Global Trials Focus’s latest trial selections. Efficacy and safety of...
Kidney International® Time for Action: Recognizing Chronic Kidney Disease as a Major Noncommunicable Disease Driver of Premature Mortality This editorial outlines the significant global burden of chronic kidney disease and highlights the timeliness of a global consensus statement from the ISN, the European Renal Association, the American Society of Nephrology, regional societies, and experts, recently published...
The paper "Organization and Structures for Detection and Monitoring of CKD Across World Countries and Regions: Observational Data From a Global Survey" has been published in the American Journal of Kidney Diseases. Read the paper by Tungsanga et al. here The ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas (ISN-GKHA) is a worldwide survey assessing current kidney care capacity. Early detection...
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...
Since 2021, 106 ISN Mentees have benefitted from the expertise of an ISN Mentor, primarily in assisting with research projects but also in areas as varied as clinical nephrology, glomerular disease, career development, and interpersonal skills. Find out more about the ISN Mentorship Program and apply as a mentee here by July 1. Candidates are invited...
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,...
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...
Dr. Jaime Restrepo Emerging Institution: Fundacion Valle del Lili (FVL), Colombia Supporting Institution: Boston Children's Hospital (BCH), USA The kidney care team at Boston Children's Hospital (BCH), USA, supported nephrology staff at the Fundacion Valle del Lili (FVL) in Colombia for seven years through the ISN-TTS Sister Transplant Center (STC) partnership. Challenges in kidney care in southwestern Colombia According...
In April 2024, ISN Educational Ambassador (EA) Professor Saeed Ahmed, consultant nephrologist at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust in the UK, visited the Bahria Town International Hospital (BTIH) in Lahore, Pakistan, to deliver Pakistan's first hands-on four-day workshop in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) basics; a joint ISN - Pakistan Society of Nephrology initiative. The...
The Rare Kidney Diseases Toolkit* curates resources to raise the profile and understanding of rare kidney diseases. It offers disease-specific tools and highlights the burden, gaps, and unmet needs that need to be addressed. Access the toolkit here Tools include infographics, webinars, and the EACCME-accredited ISN Complement Pathway Disease Curriculum, which reviews the pathophysiology, diagnosis and...
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...
Read all global trial selections from the ISN-ACT initiative here. The “trial of the month” is available in several languages. In addition, selected clinical trials are demystified for the layperson. ISN-ACT Global Trials Focus editorial team member Megan Borkum summarizes the design and outcomes of one of the ISN-ACT Global Trials Focus’s latest trial selections. Effectiveness...
Kidney International® Home Dialysis: Conclusions From a Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) Controversies Conference In May 2021, KDIGO held a conference on expanding home dialysis emphasizing the need for policy alignment, resources, and shared decision-making between patients, care partners, and healthcare teams to improve access and use. The conference stressed the need to advocate for...
Delegates enjoy the program In April, the ISN supported the "7th Congress of the Macedonian Society of Nephrology, Dialysis and Artificial Organs (MSNDTAO) With International Participation" in Skopje, Macedonia, through its Continuing Medical Education Program (CME). The scientific program included an ISN CME course, "From Prevention to Best Treatment Options in CKD." Dr. Goce Spasovski presents on...
At the recent WCN’24 in Buenos Aires, leaders from 28* of the ISN's 116 Affiliated Societies convened for the ISN Affiliated Societies Meeting. Society representatives shared inspiring advancements and success stories, from improvements in home dialysis treatments to developing robust kidney transplant programs, spotlighting the collaborative spirit and innovation within the international nephrology community. In recognition...
The Transplantation Society (TTS) and the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) referral for kidney transplantation working group is conducting a survey to examine global patterns in referral of advanced chronic kidney disease patients (pre-dialysis or on-dialysis) for kidney transplantation. Take the survey now The survey aims to compare referral practices across countries and identify barriers to...
The ISN-ACT Clinical Trials Toolkit is designed to guide anyone starting a clinical trial or participating as a trial site. It is aimed at nephrologists and researchers in kidney care worldwide, regardless of their level of clinical trial experience or local resources. The toolkit includes contributions from over 25 ISN-ACT Toolkit subgroup members – –...
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...
