Posted on October 2, 2022 by Lois Vail -
Schedule:
9:30am – 10:00am NKF-Wisconsin Updates and Business Items
10:00am – 11:30am Veyo update/concerns – Jonathan Liegeois
11:30am – 12:00pm Discussion of SW clinic updates and State Survey updates
Virtual CEUs (Access code provided to attendees)
I Made It to the Transplant Waitlist, Now What? Supporting Patients on the UNOS Waiting List
- Define various statuses on transplant waitlist
- Discuss reasons an individual would be removed from the waitlist
- Prepare a patient for their transplant offer call
Is It Ethical to Deny Transplant to Patients with No Social Support?
- Identify and discuss research related to social support and how it predicts outcomes
- List concerns from transplant professionals in using support as exclusionary criteria
- Articulate how psychosocial and psychological factors may influence outcomes
Posted on August 27, 2022 by Amanda Schellinger -
Save the Date! Join us for the Renal Pathology Summit! RPEC attendees are invited down the hall to join physicians and advanced practitioners for dinner and renal education for no additional cost. Cocktails and networking will begin at 5:00 PM.
Registration will open in Fall 2025.
Posted on August 27, 2022 by Amanda Schellinger -
The 2025 NKF WISCONSIN RENAL PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE is an opportunity for dietitians, social workers, nurses, dialysis technicians, and others to network, share best practices, and earn continuing education credits. This year, the conference will return to Madison at DoubleTree by Hilton – Madison East (4402 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704) on Thursday, November 13, 2025 with a pre-conference reception on Wednesday, November 12. The day will offer content on current best practices, ethical considerations, and health equity.
Find out more about this event on the Conference landing page.
Posted on August 27, 2022 by Amanda Schellinger -
The inaugural RARE DISEASE ROUNDUP will be held on Thursday, February 6 at Westmoor Country Club in Brookfield. Physicians and advanced practitioners are invited to attend.
The reception begins at 5:30. Renal pathologist, Dr. Alex Gallan, kicks off the dinner program with a brief presentation on FSGS. An interactive case-based panel discussion facilitated by Dr. Tripti Singh will then explore new treatment guidelines for IgA Nephropathy and Lupus Nephritis.
This event is open to healthcare professionals only. Your RSVP and active crowd participation are requested. There is no cost to attend.
Registration is now open! Register here.
Thank You, Exhibitors!
THOUGHT LEADER
BASIC EXHIBITORS
Natera, Inc.
Novartis – Clinical Education
Otsuka Pharmaceuticals
Posted on August 27, 2022 by Amanda Schellinger -
Join us for our inaugural Renal Pathology Summit! RPEC attendees are invited down the hall to join physicians and advanced practitioners for dinner and renal education for no additional cost. Cocktails and networking will begin at 5:00 PM. A brief lecture from world-renowned pathologist, Dr. Anthony Chang, University of Chicago, will kick off the event with dinner to follow. Then, a lively discussion of interesting renal cases will be presented by nephrology fellows from Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin and University of Wisconsin.
This event is open to healthcare professionals and there is no cost to attend. Registration is required.
Registration is now open! Register here.
Posted on August 27, 2022 by Amanda Schellinger -
The 2024 NKF WISCONSIN RENAL PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE is an opportunity for dietitians, social workers, nurses, dialysis technicians, and others to network, share best practices, and earn continuing education credits. This year, the conference will return to Madison at DoubleTree by Hilton – Madison East (4402 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704) on Thursday, November 14 with a pre-conference reception on Wednesday, November 13. The day will offer content on current best practices, ethical considerations, and health equity.
Find out more about this event on the Conference landing page.
Registration is now open! Register here.
Posted on August 27, 2022 by Lois Vail -
The 2023 NKF WISCONSIN RENAL PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE is an opportunity for dietitians, social workers, nurses, dialysis technicians, and others to network, share best practices, and earn 7.5 continuing education credits. This year, the conference will return to Madison at DoubleTree by Hilton – Madison East (4402 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704) on Thursday, November 16 with a pre-conference reception on Wednesday, November 15. The day will offer content on current best practices, ethical considerations, and health equity.
Find out more and register at https://www.kidneywi.org/rpec2023/
Posted on August 27, 2022 by Lois Vail -
This day-long conference will be held virtually on Thursday, November 10 with recordings (for registered participants) available after the event. The day will offer a combination of live and recorded webinars including content on current best practices, ethical considerations, and health equity. A sponsored Early Bird Session will be available 7:00 – 7:30am.
View the conference schedule.
9 CME/CE Credits Available (This is a change from the 10 credits originally announced.)
This year’s event is targeted for Registered Dietitians and Social Workers in renal care.
For more information contact Carolyn Spath.
Register or Complete Your Evaluation
Posted on May 6, 2022 by Lois Vail -
Fall Finish – Milwaukee
A Run/Walk with Donations Benefitting
the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin
On Saturday, September 17 at 8:00AM Bodies Race Company will kick off the the Fall Finish 5K and 10K run/walk. As the Charity Partner for this event, the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin will receive a donation for every participant who uses the promo code KIDNEY. Enjoy the changing of the tree colors and an early morning run/walk while supporting the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin.
Register TODAY for the Fall Finish using the promo code KIDNEY.
Virtual race options are available.
Register Today
Posted on May 6, 2022 by Lois Vail -
Summer Sizzler – Milwaukee
A Run/Walk with Donations Benefitting
the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin
Summer weather is on its way! The second Milwaukee 5K and 10K run/walk organized by Bodies Race Company, the Summer Sizzler, is on Saturday, July 30 at 8AM CDT. The run/walk will be held on an isthmus-like area off the shore of Lake Michigan. This event will coincide with the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin’s Cool Beans Adventure activities. However, a separate registration and fee is required for the Summer Sizzler. Enjoy an early morning run/walk and support the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin.
Although the Summer Sizzler is not an exclusive National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin event, Bodies Race Company has selected the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin as its charitable organization partner for the event. Enter the PROMO CODE KIDNEY when registering and your registration fee will be donated back to the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin.
The Summer Sizzler Run/Walk is part of the Bodies Race Company’s multi-event Seasons Series of Run/Walks. The Seasons Series also included the Spring Sprints (May 14) and the upcoming Fall Finish (September 17) run/walks – all located in Milwaukee. Consider running in the Fall Finish to also support the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin. If you cannot be in Milwaukee to participate in either of the races, the run/walks are also available as virtual runs.
For more details about the Summer Sizzler run/walk, view the Fundraising by Other Groups page.
Register TODAY for the Summer Sizzler! Registration for the Summer Sizzler increases July 9. Don’t forget the promo code KIDNEY to have your registration fee donated back to the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin.
Register Today
