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ASK THE EXPERT: Making 2019 Another Year of Living Well with Your Transplant

Hear what two transplant experts wish you WOULD ask about on your next visit to your transplant center.

Plan to attend either the in-person program or live online. Registration is requested for both formats. Access information to participate in the online format is part of the registration confirmation. If you have any questions call 414-897-8669.

Presented by:
Adam Kallio, BSN, RN
Nursing Supervisor for Abdominal and Cardiothoracic Transplant,
Pulmonary Hypertension, Organ Procurement, Liver Disease and Cardio-Oncology
Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center, Milwaukee

Brandi Gwidt, BSN, RN, CCTC
Abdominal Transplant, Liver Disease, and Surgical Oncology Coordinator
Aurora BayCare Medical Center/Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center

In partnership with the American Liver Foundation

an image containing the logo for the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin on the left and the logo for the American Liver Foundation on the right

2019 Wisconsin Dialysis Symposium

The words "Changing Climate of Care 2019 Wisconsin Dialysis Symposium" next to the shape of two kidneys that contain various colored puzzle pieces.

The Wisconsin Dialysis Symposium is an annual, day-long continuing education program coordinated by the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin in collaboration with nephrology and dialysis related professional organizations.

Continuing education credits are available for social workers, nurses, dietitians and patient care technicians. Full time students training for a healthcare career at a technical school or university are highly encouraged to attend for a reduced registration cost.

New this year will be a Welcome Reception on Wednesday evening. This will be a great time to meet up with colleagues from other facilities and to interact with professionals from a variety of disciplines.

Here are some of the presentations you will not want to miss:

  • Cannabis and Cannabinoids: Impacts on Care of Dialysis Patients
  • Hmong 101: Bridging the Gap Between Hmong and Western Health Care
  • Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CASE)
  • Palliative Care and Ethics
  • Boundaries and Compassion Fatigue
  • Plant Based Diets in Dialysis? Kale Yeah!
  • Transplant Eligibility: Froedtert, Advocate Aurora, UW Health, Mayo
  • Nutritional Challenges & Interventions in Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Real Facts About Fluid Overload

The day’s activities will also include:

  • A Networking Lunch
  • Resources Exhibits
  • Healthcare Industry Exhibits

REGISTRATION:
Although pre-conference registration has closed, registrations are still being accepted by calling the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin at 414-897-8669.
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2018 Wisconsin Dialysis Symposium

The Wisconsin Dialysis Symposium is an annual, day-long continuing education program coordinated by the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin in collaboration with other nephrology and dialysis related professional organizations.

Attendees may earn up to 7.00 credits of continuing education credits which are available for social workers, nurses, patient care technicians and dietitians. Full time students studying for a healthcare training career at a technical school or university are also encouraged to attend at a reduced registration cost.

View the Symposium and Seminars page for a list of scheduled presentations.