Nephrology Times

5 Nephrologists, 1 Question: Initiating Dialysis With Borderline Indications | Docwire News In this recurring section, Nephrology Times asked five nephrologists: How do you decide when to initiate dialysis for a patient with borderline indications?

We asked 5 nephrologists how they decide when to initiate dialysis for a patient with borderline indications. #nephrology #nephsky #dialysis #kidneydisease
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In this interview, Dr. Howard Trachtman discusses targeted therapies for FSGS, including BI 764198, a TRPC6 inhibitor that was the subject of a recent study published by The Lancet. #kidneydisease #FSGS #nephrology #nephsky buff.ly/CvQ7u8J

🎺It's here! ➡️ www.docwirenews.com/journal/marc...
Check out our latest issue online, featuring universal CKD screening, patient collection strategies, the role of neph NPs, and much more. #nephrology #nephsky

The Connection Between CKD and Cognitive Decline | Docwire News Sumair Akhtar, MD, MHCDS, of Strive Health discusses the connection between chronic kidney disease (CKD) and cognitive decline.

Dr. Sumair Akhtar offers a clinician’s perspective on why cognitive decline in CKD is multifactorial, difficult to detect, and essential to confront head-on. #kidneydisease #ckd #cognitivedecline #nephrology #nephsky www.docwirenews.com/post/the-con...

5 Nephrologists, 1 Question: Impactful Glomerulonephritis Research | Docwire News In this recurring section, Nephrology Times asked five nephrologists: What recent research has most changed your approach to managing glomerulonephritis?

❓️ ICYMI: We asked 5 nephrologists, "What recent research has most changed your approach to managing glomerulonephritis?" #nephrology #nephsky #glomerulonephritis #kidney @sophia-kidney.bsky.social @brycebarr.bsky.social
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Reconsidering the Value of Case Reports | Docwire News Swapnil Hiremath, MD, MPH, editor in chief of the new journal Kidney International Case Reports, discussed the clinical value of case reports in nephrology.

We spoke with @hswapnil.medsky.social, editor of the newly launched Kidney International Case Reports, about the value of case reports in nephrology. #nephrology #casereports
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Public Policy: How to Get Involved | Docwire News Anna Gaddy, Miriam Godwin, and Lauren drew discuss the National Kidney Foundation's approach to advocacy and ways for healthcare professionals to get involved.

In the final segment of their conversation, @annagaddy.bsky.social chats with Miriam Godwin and Lauren Drew of @kidney.org about NKF’s multiprong approach to advocacy and ways for healthcare professionals to get involved. #nephrology #healthpolicy www.docwirenews.com/post/public-...

Impact of Food Assistance on Progression of Pediatric CKD | Docwire News Study findings suggest food assistance has a role in mitigating chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression among children and adolescents.

Study findings suggest food assistance has a role in mitigating chronic kidney disease progression among children. #nephsky #pediatricnephrology #kidneydisease #CKD #foodinsecurity #socialdeterminantsofhealth
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Public Policy: Making Progress for Kidney Care | Docwire News Anna Gaddy, MD, and Miriam Godwin and Lauren Drew of the National Kidney Foundation discuss aligning policy, regulation, and quality metrics to improve kidney care.

In part 2 of their conversation, @annagaddy.bsky.social chats with Miriam Godwin and Lauren Drew of @kidney.org about aligning policy, regulation, and quality metrics to make kidney care earlier, better, and more patient centered. #nephrology #healthpolicy www.docwirenews.com/post/public-...

Higher CKD Stage Associated With Increased Risk for Depression | Docwire News A study showed a strong association between depression and chronic kidney disease progression and a higher likelihood of depression among individuals with more advanced CKD.

A retrospective cohort analysis highlights an association between depression and chronic kidney disease progression. #nephrology #nephsky #kidneydisease #ckd #depression docwirenews.com/post/higher-...

A Different Kind of Care | Docwire News Although it is less common in nephrology than other specialties, there is a compelling case for palliative care in advanced kidney disease.

Although it is less common in nephrology than in some other specialties, there is a compelling case for palliative care in advanced kidney disease. #nephrology #nephsky #kidneydisease #palliativecare www.docwirenews.com/post/a-diffe...

Public Policy: Why Get Involved? | Docwire News Anna Gaddy spoke with Miriam Godwin and Lauren Drew of the National Kidney Foundation about public health policy's importance to kidney care and the impact of HCP advocacy.

In part 1 of their conversation, @annagaddy.bsky.social chats with Miriam Godwin and Lauren Drew of @kidney.org about the importance of public health policy for kidney care and the impact of the advocacy of healthcare professionals. #nephrology #healthpolicy
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Strengthening and Sustaining the Nephrology Nursing Workforce | Docwire News Jami S. Brown of the American Nephrology Nurses Association shares her thoughts on how to recruit, support, and retain nephrology nurses.

Dr. Jami Brown, a nephrology nurse and National Secretary of ANNA, shares strategies to recruit, support, and retain nephrology nurses. #nephrology #nephsky #nursing www.docwirenews.com/post/strengt...

Centering the Patient in Kidney Disease | Docwire News Patient advocate and transplant recipient Kevin Fowler of The Voice of the Patient discussed patient activation and quality of life issues in kidney disease management.

Watch our interview with Kevin Fowler discussing truly patient-centered neph care. #nephrology #nephsky #kidneycare #patientactivation @gratefull080504.bsky.social
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Preparing for Medicare Cost Report Season | Docwire News Sarah Tolson of Sceptre Management Solutions provides tips to dialysis facilities on preparing for the Medicare Cost Report deadline.

The annual Medicare Cost Report deadline will arrive quickly. Are you ready? #medicare #nephrology #reimbursement #costreporting #healthcarecompliance
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Donor-to-Recipient Rabies Infection Highlights Rare Transplant Risk | Docwire News A case of kidney-donor-derived rabies reported by the CDC shows why a coordinated response and rapid communication matters.

MMWR reported the death of a #kidneytransplant recipient from #rabies acquired from an organ donor. The case offers lessons on the importance of rapid detection, structured communication, and coordinated response. #nephrology #nephsky #organdonation

Kidney News in Brief: Xenotransplant Recipient Gets Human Kidney | Docwire News Nephrology news includes xenotransplantation as bridge therapy, a US record for kidney transplants, and a biotech partnership to develop polycystic kidney disease (PKD) drugs.

Recent kidney news includes an update on xenotransplant recipient Tim Andrews and more. #nephrology #nephsky
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Low-Dose Tacrolimus Safe for Long-Term Steroid-Free Transplants | Docwire News Steroid avoidance with kidney transplantation is safe and effective with low-dose tacrolimus over 7 years.

Extended follow-up of the SAILOR trial shows steroid avoidance with low-dose tacrolimus is safe and effective up to 7 years after kidney transplant. #nephrology #nephsky #KidneyTransplant www.docwirenews.com/post/low-dos...

New US Dietary Guidelines: A Kidney Dietitian Weighs In | Docwire News Renal dietitian Kate Zalewski, RDN, CSR, LDN, discusses the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030 and their implications for patients with kidney diseases.

🥗What's in the new US dietary guidelines, and how do the changes support or challenge renal nutrition? Dietitian Kate Zalewski chimes in. @katmarzal.bsky.social #nephrology #nephsky #kidneydisease #renalnutrition
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HOT OFF THE PRESSES! Get a sneak peek at the latest print issue, featuring palliative care for kidney disease, strengthening neph nursing, innovation in kidney transplantation, prepping for Medicare Cost Reports, and more. #nephrology #nephsky www.docwirenews.com/journal/janu...

Public Policy and Nephrology: What to Watch | Docwire News Anna Gaddy, MD, of Nephrology Times, and Gary Singer, MD, and Robert Blaser of Renal Physicians Association discussed policy issues nephrologists should watch closely in 2026.

In the final part of their conversation with @annagaddy.bsky.social, @garysinger.bsky.social and @robertblaser.bsky.social of the Renal Physicians Association discuss the policy issues nephrologists should watch. #nephrology #nephsky #publicpolicy
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IVIG Linked to Stabilized Graft Function in Chronic Active AMR | Docwire News Intravenous immunoglobulin stabilizes graft histology and slows glomerular filtration rate (GFR) decline in kidney transplant recipients with antibody-mediated rejection (AMR).

Is IVIG finally something that works in chronic active AMR?
A multicenter RCT suggests better graft stability vs standard care alone.
#AMR #graftrejection #kidneytransplant #transplantation #nephrology #nephsky
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Public Policy and Nephrology: Priorities for 2026 | Docwire News Anna Gaddy, MD, of Nephrology Times spoke with Gary Singer, MD, and Robert Blaser of the Renal Physicians Association about nephrology-related public policy priorities for 2026.

In part 2 of their conversation, @garysinger.bsky.social and @robertblaser.bsky.social of the Renal Physicians Association discuss #publicpolicy priorities for #nephrology in 2026 with @annagaddy.bsky.social. #nephsky www.docwirenews.com/post/public-...

Public Policy and Nephrology: Why It Matters | Docwire News Anna Gaddy, MD, of Nephrology Times spoke with Gary Singer, MD, and Robert Blaser of the Renal Physicians Association about the importance of public policy in nephrology.

Our own @annagaddy.bsky.social sat down with @garysinger.bsky.social and @robertblaser.bsky.social of the Renal Physicians Association to talk #publicpolicy and #nephrology. Find out why policy should matter to nephrologists in the first part of their discussion. #nephsky ➡️ tinyurl.com/567xczxc

Steroidal MRAs Raise Hyperkalemia Risk Without Improving Kidney Transplant Outcomes | Docwire News Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRAs) offer no kidney benefit for transplant recipients but quadruple hyperkalemia risk despite preserved graft function.

Should we be using MRAs post–kidney transplant?
A new meta-analysis says:
❌ No measurable benefit
⬆️ Higher hyperkalemia risk
#nephrology #kidneytransplant #transplantation #hyperkalemia #nephsky
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Kidney News in Brief: FDA Delay for Sparsentan in FSGS, Decline in Deceased Donors and Transplants | Docwire News Kidney news includes an FDA delay for sparsentan in FSGS, falling deceased donor and kidney transplant numbers, a new chronic kidney disease (CKD) guideline, new board members NKF.

🗞️ CATCH UP with kidney news, including an FDA delay for sparsentan in #FSGS, a new #CKD guideline from two government agencies, and more. #nephsky #nephrology #kidneytransplant #kidneydisease www.docwirenews.com/post/kidney-...

Anemia in CKD Guideline Emphasizes Individualized Care and Emerging Therapies | Docwire News KDIGO's 2026 Clinical Practice Guideline for Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) provides recommendations for adults and children.

💥 The new update to KDIGO's #anemia in #CKD guideline (its first since 2012) puts an emphasis on individualized care and emerging therapies. 💊 #kidneydisease #nephrology #nephsky
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Cell Therapy Shows Potential for Reduced Immunosuppression After Kidney Transplant | Docwire News Cell therapy MDR-101 allowed most human leukocyte antigen-matched kidney transplant recipients to taper off immunosuppression safely.

Kidney transplant recipients receiving MDR-101 achieved immune tolerance, stopping immunosuppression for >2 years with no graft loss or graft-vs-host disease. #nephrology #nephsky #KidneyTransplant www.docwirenews.com/post/cell-th...

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