Donate to National Kidney Foundation National Kidney Foundation https://support.kidney.org/campaign/612763/donate

All gifts made during #NationalKidneyMonth are being matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $37,000, in honor of the 37 million Americans affected by kidney disease. Make a gift today at Kidney.org/KidneyMonth. #kidneydisease #kidneyhealth #kidneycare #kidneystrong

Don't sleep on your kidneys, especially during #NationalKidneyMonth. They're out here working overtime and some of y'all don't give them the love they deserve. #HeartYourKidneys #kidneydisease #kidneyhealth #kidneystrong

Our new mantra..."FLATTEN THE SLOPE!"
We need to have consistent and open conversations with our PCP colleagues to try to catch changes early.
#NANI #KidneyStrong #CKD #nephrology #prevention

Creatine and Protein Powder: More Info Before Starting these Supplements Carly Valencia-Ochoa, MDCreatine (the exercise supplement)What it is and why people take it • Creatine monohydrate helps build muscle strength and is widely used by athletes and older adults to preser...

Have you ever wondered about Creatine and CKD? Dr Carly Valencia has contributed an excellent blog just about this topic. Click on the link to read more!
#NANI #KidneyStrong #nephrology #CKD #creatine
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Ultra-Processed Food Rant, Part II Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNNot long after I saw the heading of my last blog post did another WSJ article come across my news feed. “My Family Went Off Ultra-Processed Foods for a Month. The Results Surp...

My thoughts about an author's experiment with processed food
#NANI #KidneyStrong #nephrology #Patientcare

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The Impact of Food Processing on Phosphorus in Plant-Based Foods Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNThe current trend in providing healthy food options has been "lion in sheeps clothing." The plant-based trend has taken the Western food markets by storm creating a ridiculous...

The plant-based trend has taken the Western food markets by storm creating a ridiculous amount of alternative choices. The question is, are these right for CKD patients?
#NANI #KidneyStrong #nephrology #processedfoods

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Phosphorus and Chronic Kidney Disease: Why Diet Matters Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNThe Role of Phosphorus in the BodyPhosphorus is a mineral found in nearly every cell of the body. It helps form strong bones and teeth, supports muscle function, fuels energy ...

Adding a blog post about phosphorus choices with additional patient handouts included
#NANI #KidneyStrong #nephrology #phosphorus #CKD

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Understanding the Role of Potassium Intake in Chronic Kidney Disease Management Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASNIntroductionPotassium is a critical dietary electrolyte essential for maintaining the electrical gradients across cell membranes, particularly in muscle and nerve tissue. This...

New blog post to share with your patients. Big topic...Potassium
Handout included in the blog
see if there is a nephrologist near you www.nephdocs.com
#NANI #KidneyStrong #potassium #nephrology

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🌱 Core Nutrition Moves That Help Slow CKD Andrew Kowalski, MD FASNIntroductionCKD progression is not just influenced by medical therapies. What is often overlooked and likely the biggest reason of progression is lifestyle and nutrition. While...

I'm uploading a new dietary series to the KidneyStronger Blog.
Attached to each blog is a summarized patient handout for them to review after your visit.

#NANI #KidneyStrong #CKDDiet #nutrition
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Being legally blind, Bob faced much adversity in his life. That didn't stop him when the time came to donate his kidney to Amber, saving her life. Congratulations to you both on celebrating over a month #kidneystrong!

Amanda has seen her friend Montana many times – but this was the first time after saving her life. Congratulations to you both! 🧡 #kidneystrong #kidneytransplant #livingdonor #livingdonation #kidneyhealth #transplant #friends

And in the blink of an eye, it’s been 5 years. Luckily Courtney’s kidney is still doing great and I only have to see a doctor once a year. Even after all this time, it is not lost on me just how incredibly lucky I was. Here’s to another 5 years. #kidneystrong

“…Vancouver General Hospital by phone: 604-875-5182/1-855-875-5182 or email: kidneydonornurse@vch.ca
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#kidneystrong #bckidney #kidneydisease #bctransplant …”

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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1 year #KidneyStrong 💚✨

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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First They Donated Kidneys to Their Fathers and Then They Fell in Love The story of two people who donated kidneys to their fathers and then stumbled across each other on an app and fell in love.

Check out this #kidneystrong love story and get inspired to join the fight against kidney disease on #NationalDonorDay.

Former Knicks Star Thanks Kidney Donor A former New York Knicks star offered a lengthy tribute to the man who saved his life.

I'm happy for former Knicks player Nate Robinson's successful kidney transplant from a living donor. I wish him better health. #kidneystrong #basketball At the end of this March it'll be 7 years since I received my kidney transplant, also from a living donor.

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First They Donated Kidneys to Their Fathers and Then They Fell in Love The story of two people who donated kidneys to their fathers and then stumbled across each other on an app and fell in love.

Check out this #kidneystrong love story and get inspired to join the fight against kidney disease. bit.ly/3WTpZMZ