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The Healing Steps: Walking to Slow Down Kidney Disease Progression Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNIntroductionIn the landscape of CKD management, medication and diet often take center stage. Unfortunately, I strongly believe that we are missing the boat in on kidney functi...

It's amazing, and I am still in awe regarding how little physical effort we all need to do to experience tremendous health benefits and significantly slow the progression of kidney disease.
#kidney #kidneystronger #walking #kidneyfunction

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Rethinking AVF Surveillance: Why Routine Monitoring Is No Longer Standard Practice Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNIntroductionArteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) remain the gold standard for hemodialysis vascular access due to their longevity, low infection risk, and superior patient outcomes c...

I still battle with patients being sent for 3 month surveillance…we are doing more harm than good. Evolving evidence and large-scale trials have shifted clinical guidelines of routine AVF surveillance.
#nephrology #vascularaccess #kidneystrong #dialysis

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Living with One Kidney — Adapting, Thriving, and Protecting Long-Term Renal Health Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNIntroductionMany individuals are born with or acquire a solitary kidney due to congenital absence (renal agenesis), surgical removal (nephrectomy), or organ donation. While li...

While living with one kidney is often compatible with a normal, healthy life, it presents a unique physiological and metabolic scenario that demands attention to long-term renal health.
#nephrology #CKD #kidneytransplant #KidneyStrong

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Myo-Inositol – A Natural Ally in Slowing CKD Progression and Fighting Disease Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNIntroductionMyo-inositol, a naturally occurring sugar alcohol found in many foods and produced in the human body, has gained increasing recognition in the scientific and medic...

CKD has a large negative footprint across the globe. We as healthcare providers, scientists and thinkers need to entertain other potential options support the treatments we have currently.

#Kidneystrong #renal #CKD #CKDprogression #nephrology

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The Influence of Microplastics on CKD Progression Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASN IntroductionRecently the New England Journal of Medicine published an article detailing the plague of microplastics that were found in the plaque of carotid arteries. The dis...

Finally the spotlight has found that what we put in our food and water is slowly contributing to our medical problems. Read my latest blog on how microplastics can lead to CKD progression.
#CKD #microplastics #kidneyhealth #nephrology

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Understanding Depression and Suicidal Thoughts in Kidney Disease Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNYou Are Not AloneI am not a trained psychiatrist and what I learned in medical school was minor at best. What I am is a human being with patients that are going through a roll...

Living with CKD or ESRD can be incredibly hard; physically, emotionally, and mentally. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, hopeless, or like you just can’t keep going, please know this: you are not alone, and your feelings are valid.

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The Vicious Cycle – How CKD, Chronic Inflammation, and Sarcopenia Fuel Depression and Anxiety Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNIntroductionChronic illnesses rarely exist in isolation. CKD, chronic inflammation, and sarcopenia (a progressive loss of muscle mass and strength) form a trio that not only u...

The "Unholy Triad" of CKD, chronic inflammation, and sarcopenia are frequently seen plaguing our patients and driving depression. Here is a recent blog post that we can use to identify and address this issue.

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The Prevalence of Depression in Chronic Kidney Disease Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNAs CKD progresses, patients face numerous obstacles such as physical complications, psychological, and emotional challenges that can profoundly impact their quality of life. O...

Depression in CKD is severely under diagnosed and underrated. Frequently we as clinicians focus on CKD progression and forget about the impact the diagnosis will have on a patient's mental health

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#nephrologytoday #worldkidneyday #kidneyhealth #nephrology… | NANI - Nephrology Associates Northern Illinois / Indiana On this edition of Nephrology Today, we’re joined by Dr. Andrew Kowalski, a board-certified nephrologist and interventional nephrologist, who brings attention…

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WE MENTOR KIDNEY PATIENTS

March is National Kidney Month! Your kidneys play a vital role in keeping your body healthy. Stay hydrated, eat well, and get regular check-ups to protect these essential organs. #NationalKidneyMonth #KidneyHealth

Exploring the Benefits of Kerendia (Finerenone) in Treating Chronic Kidney Disease Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNChronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a serious health condition affecting millions of people worldwide, characterized by a gradual loss of kidney function over time. Left unmanaged...

Newer drug that’s not that well known among PCPs. Shows some surprising benefit and kidney protection in patients with CKD. Share with your patients and friends

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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors: A Game Changer in Renal Care Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNChronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a silent, progressive condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It involves the gradual loss of kidney function over time, potential...

Share some wonderful info with your patients, especially to help them delay renal disease and protect their heart!

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Dialysis Options Discussion the different types of dialysis options including a conservative approach to ESRD

Spent some time updating my blog. If you want to share some information with your patients about dialysis options...these quick reads should be perfect to help start the conversation.

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Dialysis Access Discussing the various types of dialysis access and diving into the differences, risks, and benefits of each

I have also put together some quick posts to share with your patients about dialysis access, the pros and cons and what to expect. These should start some good conversations with your patients.

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Kidney Transplantation Focusing on the benefits of working up to get a kidney transplant

Take a look at my new blog posts about Kidney transplantation. Share this information with patients to educate and begin the process of transplant initiation.

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