Learning Opportunities

Whether you are managing your own kidney health or caring for a loved one, knowledge is power. National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin offers periodic learning opportunities online and in person on a range of kidney and transplant related topics. Join us for an incoming session, explore our archives, or contact us at info@kidneywi.org to suggest a future topic.

Note: All information provided by National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin and our educational partners is for general, informational, and educational purposes only. These learning opportunities are not a substitute for your physician’s advice. Always talk with your physician before making any changes to your treatment plan.

Upcoming Events

Hypertension and Chronic Kidney Disease

Friday, May 10, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
West Bend Community Memorial Library (630 Poplar St, West Bend, WI 53095)

Join Dr. Fahad Aziz of UW Health for a discussion on Hypertension and Chronic Kidney Disease at 10:00 AM on the first floor of the Library. This discussion is part of the West Bend Community Memorial Library’s Free Coffee Fridays Series. It is free and open to the public. 

Lupus and Kidney Health – Held in partnership with Lupus Foundation of America – Wisconsin Chapter

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM 
Running Rebels East (225 W Capitol Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53212)

National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin is proud to partner with Lupus Foundation of America – Wisconsin Chapter for a joint educational session on Lupus & Kidney Health. Sandwiches and snacks will be provided as we explore the intersection of these chronic health conditions. Doors open at 4:30 PM with the program beginning at 5:00 PM.

Idea for a Learning Opportunity?

If there is a topic you would like to learn more about, let us know. We are currently taking suggestions!

View Our Archives

Look back at past programs and presentations hosted by National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin.

Understanding Living Donation

Recorded on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 – Held In Partnership with UW Health Transplant Clinic and held in conjunction with the Living Donors Together of Wisconsin group.

What is living donation and how does one become a living donor? Scot Johnson, MSN, RN, NP-C is the Manager of Living Donation at UW Health Transplant Center and provides insight into the living donation process, including what to expect, how to donate, and common barriers.

Hypertension and Kidney Health

Recorded on Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Uncontrolled hypertension is among the leading causes of kidney disease. Dr. Anna Gaddy of Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin explores this connection as well as common treatment options to control high blood pressure and maintain kidney health.

Supporting Transplant as a Caregiver: Strategies to Avoid Burnout and Promote Well-being

Recorded on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 – held in partnership with UW Health Transplant Clinic

Dr. Kari Meyer, a Clinical Health Psychologist fellow at UW Health Transplant Center, brings us information on how to avoid caregiver burnout as a support to kidney transplant patients. In this presentation, she will provide strategies, tips, and tricks for self-care, mitigating burnout, and lowering stress for caregivers.

Eating for Stage 3 CKD

Recorded on Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Navigating chronic kidney disease (CKD) is stressful enough without wondering what you can eat. Renal dietitian, Jill Hoyt RDN, CD, of the Mayo Clinic Health Center will dispel myths and offer guidance based on the latest dietary recommendations for patients with stage 3 CKD.

Dialysis 101

Recorded on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 

Dr. Aisha Batool and Dr. W. Jason Ayoub of Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin presented a primer for those starting or preparing for dialysis. Topics covered included how dialysis works, common types of dialysis, and what to expect as a new dialysis patient.