Posted on October 2, 2022 by Lois Vail -
In addition to networking and sharing recent trends, this virtual meeting will include an educational session on Music Therapy in Dialysis by Melissa Fry, MSW, and Janavi Kolpekwar. This educational session will discuss the use of music therapy and music on the dialysis units including research on the use of music with different populations, techniques for using music on the dialysis unit and case studies of using music on a dialysis unit. Attendees will be eligible for 1.5 CEU credits after completing their evaluation at the link provided.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the benefit of music therapy with dialysis patients
- Discuss background on existing music therapy in medicine
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 -
The inaugural RENAL ROUNDTABLE will be held on Thursday, August 7 at DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East in Madison. Physicians and advanced practitioners are invited to attend.
The reception begins at 4:30 PM. Dr. Jonathan Barratt will kick off the dinner program with a presentation on updates to the KDIGO guidelines. Following dinner, Dr. Tripti Singh will facilitate discussion on the new 2025 KDIGO guidelines for treatment of IgAN, with emphasis on new treatment goals, as well as the current approved treatment options available for IgAN. 1 CME credit will be available for those who attend and complete the required evaluation.
This event is open to healthcare professionals only. Your RSVP and active crowd participation are requested! There is no cost to attend.
Registration is open: Register here.
Looking to exhibit? Check out our exhibitor prospectus here and contact us to get a conversation started!
Thank You to Our Partners!
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Posted on August 27, 2022 by Amanda Schellinger -
The 2025 Renal Pathology Summit is a space for RPC-WI attendees and other kidney health professionals to explore a current topic in renal pathology more deeply. Cocktails and networking will begin at 5:00 PM. Dinner will follow with a brief lecture from guest renal pathologist, Dr. Anthony Chang and lively discussion of interesting renal cases as presented by nephrology fellows from Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin and University of Wisconsin. This free event is open to health professionals only.
Register Here
Posted on August 27, 2022 by Amanda Schellinger -
The NKFW RENAL PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCE (RPC-WI) is an opportunity for dietitians, social workers, nurses, dialysis technicians, transplant coordinators, and providers working in all aspects of kidney health to network, share best practices, and earn eight (8) continuing education credits. This event will be returning on to the DoubleTree Madison East with an accredited session at the Welcome Reception on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 followed by a full day of accredited conference sessions on Thursday, November 13.
For event details, including exhibitor and hotel reservation information, visit the conference page.
Register Here
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
