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A podcast exploring innovation and research in nephrology by the National Kidney Foundation. New name, same great content: Formerly known as Life as a Nephrologist, we’ve expanded our episode content to include the entire kidney care team.
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Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Kidney Transplantation: An Update for the General Nephrologist
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
In this episode of Life as a Nephrology Professional, we explore key topics from the September issue of Advances in Kidney Disease and Health, titled Kidney Transplantation: An Update for the General Nephrologist. Featuring guest editors Drs. Anju Yadav, Scott Westphal, Bassam Abu Jawdeh, and Editor-in-Chief Dr. Charuhas Thakar, this discussion unpacks practical insights into transplant candidacy, living donor evaluations, immunosuppression, management of acute rejection, the latest in non-invasive biomarkers, and more. Designed to support nephrologists in collaborative transplant care, this episode provides valuable updates and actionable advice for optimizing patient outcomes in both pre- and post-transplant phases. Whether you’re new to transplant care or looking to expand your expertise, tune in for a deep dive into this essential topic.
Read the article here: https://www.akdh.org/current
Host: Osama El Shamy, MD, FNKF
Guests: Scott G. Westphal, MD; Bassam G. Abu Jawdeh, MD; Charuhas V. Thakar, MD; Anju Yadav, MD, FAST