Best Kidney Patient Views Podcasts (2025)

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Malpractice Attorney Shares Documentation Best Practices for Clinicians 12:38

2d ago12:38

12:38

What exactly does "document everything" entail, and how can clinicians set themselves up for success during malpractice investigations? In her latest podcast episode, Dr. MedLaw dives into medicolegally savvy documentation practices. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise…

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Supporting Physicians in the Transition to Value-Based Care 22:14

3d ago22:14

22:14

This episode of Kidney Health Connections explores how to support physicians in the transition to value-based care. Sharing his perspective shaped by decades of experience in nephrology and healthcare technology, Interwell Health Senior Vice President Dr. Terry Ketchersid walks through the wins and hurdles nephrologists have experienced over the la…

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Genetic Testing in AMKD With Dr. Hung, Part 2 10:20

9d ago10:20

10:20

Welcome to this podcast where we dive into the intersection of cutting-edge science and practical healthcare, exploring the questions that shape patient outcomes and redefine how we approach complex diseases. Today we're continuing our conversation with Dr. Adriana Hung, this time with an emphasis on genetic testing in APOL1-mediated kidney disease…

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#40 Avacopan in ANCA-Associated Vasculitis, with Lorraine Harper 21:57

8d ago21:57

21:57

Steroids have long been a cornerstone in treating ANCA-associated vasculitis, but their toxicity remains a significant challenge. Could Avacopan, a selective oral C5a receptor antagonist, provide a safer and more effective alternative? In this episode, you’ll hear about what’s new in the pathophysiology of ANCA vasculitis, current remission inducti…

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#41 How to anticoagulate CKD patients with Atrial Fibrilation?, with Frida Welander 22:28

8d ago22:28

22:28

We’re focusing on a challenging topic: anticoagulation in CKD patients with atrial fibrillation. With up to 25% of CKD patients affected, managing this common arrhythmia is no easy task. How do we balance stroke prevention and bleeding risks? What’s the role of DOACs versus vitamin K antagonists? And should dialysis patients even receive anticoagul…

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#42 A patient's view of nephrology, with Malene Deele 33:10

8d ago33:10

33:10

In this episode of A Pinch of Salt, you'll get the unique opportunity of trying to experience what it's actually like to be a dialysis patient, a kidney failure patient, what are the issues they're dealing with and how can we as physicians help them get through the day. I think it's one of the valuable opportunities that you really shouldn't miss b…

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How Digital Health Tools Can Support Better Patient Outcomes 13:55

10d ago13:55

13:55

Richard "RJ" Kedziora (Estenda Solutions) comments on the current landscape of digital health solutions, including persistent challenges in reimbursement and patient engagement, as well as where the future of healthcare AI may be headed. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical exper…

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Episode 16: Breathing a Little Easier 20:26

10d ago20:26

20:26

We talk to Charles about his experience with Sarcoidosis and Dr. John Fanous.By CHI St. Vincent

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Trailer Avacopan in ANCA-Associated Vasculitis 1:09

16d ago1:09

1:09

By European Renal Association

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Trailer A patient's view of nephrology 0:46

15d ago0:46

0:46

By European Renal Association

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Trailer How to anticoagulate CKD patients with Atrial Fibrilation? 0:55

15d ago0:55

0:55

By European Renal Association

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How Wildfires Impact Heart Disease & What Doctors Can Do to Help 13:45

17d ago13:45

13:45

Stacey E. Alexeeff, PhD, and Jamal Rana, MD, PhD, highlight key points from their research into the impact of wildfires on cardiovascular events. They also share strategies to ensure patients with cardiovascular disease are prepared to protect their health in times of increased air pollution. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on T…

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Creating a Sustainable Future for Value-Based Kidney Care 24:38

18d ago24:38

24:38

Alex Azar, former secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) and a board member at Interwell Health, joined Kidney Health Connections to share his personal connection to chronic kidney disease (CKD) through his father’s experience and reflect on the aims and impact of the Advancing American Kidney Health (AAKH) initiative he spearheaded. Azar exp…

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Match Day 2025: A Program Director's Perspective 12:15

24d ago12:15

12:15

In view of Match Day, Corinne L. Bria, MD, director of the Residency Training Program at Nemours Children's Hospital, offers insight into how the resident selection process has changed in recent years. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience…

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Match Day 2025: Reflections From a Current Resident 5:35

1M ago5:35

5:35

Samuel Mikhail, MD, pediatric resident at Nemours Children's Hospital, reflects on his Match Day experience, shares how the process can be improved, and offers advice for current and future applicants. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience…

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Navigating Complex Choices in Kidney Care 16:18

1M ago16:18

16:18

For some patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) or end-stage kidney disease (ESKD), active medical management can offer better quality of life than dialysis or kidney transplantation without necessarily compromising life expectancy. Yet conversations on whether to forego or withdraw from other treatment options can be challenging for p…

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Episode 15: It's Not Kidney Stones 25:50

1M ago25:50

25:50

We talk to Nick about his journey through colon cancer, surgery and recovery.By CHI St. Vincent

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#38 Approach to conservative care, with Holly Koncicki 22:00

1M ago22:00

22:00

Today, we address a crucial and evolving topic: the Approach to Conservative Care for ESKD Patients. This area has garnered increasing attention at national and international levels, reflecting the need for better detection, diagnosis, and therapeutic strategies tailored to this growing patient population. We’re joined by Prof. Holly Koncicki, Asso…

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#37 A nurse’s view of nephrology, with Jeanette Finderup 27:13

1M ago27:13

27:13

We’ve probably all noticed that our nurses have a different perspective of our patients than the one we do ourselves and maybe we can say that often their perspective is closer to what the patient is feeling, so it’s definitely a fresh outlook. We will be talking about this with Jeanette Finderup in our episode on the nurse’s perspective, where you…

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#39 Sex and gender disparities in the epidemiology and outcomes of chronic kidney disease, with Adeera Levin 18:11

1M ago18:11

18:11

In this episode, we explore sex and gender disparities in the epidemiology and outcomes of chronic kidney disease. Did you know that women are less likely to receive a CKD diagnosis, visit a nephrologist, or access guideline-recommended therapies—even in developed countries? To help us unpack these critical issues, we're joined by Professor Adeera …

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National Kidney Month: A Call to Address the Hidden, Rising Burden of CKD 9:11

1M ago9:11

9:11

Salvatore Viscomi, MD (Carna Health), highlights the increasing prevalence of chronic kidney disease and calls on the healthcare system to increase screening and prevention efforts. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the …

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Exploring APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease: Insights from Dr. Adriana Hung 8:22

1M ago8:22

8:22

Welcome to this podcast where we dive into the intersection of cutting-edge science and practical healthcare, exploring the questions that shape patient outcomes and redefine how we approach complex diseases. Today we're talking about a topic that's critical for nephrologists and all healthcare professionals working with kidney disease, APOL1-media…

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Trailer Sex and gender disparities in the epidemiology and outcomes of chronic kidney disease 1:03

1M ago1:03

1:03

By European Renal Association

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Trailer Approach to conservative care 1:05

1M ago1:05

1:05

By European Renal Association

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Trailer A nurse’s view of nephrology 0:47

1M ago0:47

0:47

By European Renal Association

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President Carter’s Legacy and the Future of Immunotherapy 9:41

2M ago9:41

9:41

President Jimmy Carter’s public battle with melanoma and his successful treatment with immunotherapy helped shape public perception and awareness of these groundbreaking treatments. Alicia Zhou, PhD, CEO, Cancer Research Institute, explores how his advocacy influenced research funding, policy changes, and clinical trial engagement. She discusses th…

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Managing the Complexities of a Renal Diet 19:17

2M ago19:17

19:17

Jessica Prohn, a registered dietitian and board-certified specialist in renal nutrition, says a renal-friendly diet plays a critical role in managing chronic kidney disease (CKD). In the latest episode of Kidney Health Connections, Prohn highlights the value of early dietary intervention, emphasizing its impact on slowing disease progression and im…

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From AI to Access: 2025 Healthcare Predictions, Part 3 9:43

2M ago9:43

9:43

Wrapping up their healthcare predictions, PW editorial board member Dr. Alex McDonald and guest Victor Zhou (Klarity Health) discuss new drugs for weight loss and pain management that clinicians can expect to see this year. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research…

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Scaling Success in Value-Based Kidney Care 20:29

2M ago20:29

20:29

In this episode of Kidney Health Connections, Dr. Carney Taylor, former co-president of Eastern Nephrology Associates in Greenville, NC, shares how the practice achieved a perfect quality score in the government’s value-based Kidney Care Choices Model and an impressive 84 percent optimal start rate during his tenure. Dr. Taylor highlights the impor…

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From AI to Access: 2025 Healthcare Predictions, Part 2 13:53

2M ago13:53

13:53

PW editorial board member Dr. Alex McDonald and guest Victor Zhou (Klarity Health) continue discussing their anticipated 2025 healthcare innovations, zeroing in on gene-editing technologies and precision medicine Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique…

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#36 Imlifidase – a new tool in transplantation, with Rainer Oberbauer 22:00

2M ago22:00

22:00

You’ve probably all heard about Imlifidase, the new miracle drug which is capable of bringing down IgG from normal levels to virtually zero in a matter of hours. Is this going to be a revolution in transplantation, particularly for allosensitized patients? You can get the answers to these questions by listening to our podcast with Rainer Oberbauer …

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#34 The treatment of arterial hypertension in 2025, with Pantelis Sarafidis 28:36

2M ago28:36

28:36

In this episode, we explore the latest insights on treating arterial hypertension in 2025. With updates from the European Society of Hypertension and the European Society of Cardiology, the standards for blood pressure management are evolving rapidly. Joining us is Pantelis Sarafidis from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. What’s new in these gu…

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#35 ANCA vasculitis – novelties and difficult cases, with Vladimir Tesar 17:34

2M ago17:34

17:34

In this ANCA vasculitis episode we will be talking to Vladimir Tesar about the new KDIGO guidelines – what are the novelties, how we should treat ANCA vasculitis patients in this day and age, some difficult cases will be discussed, plasma exchange, rituximab, and much, much more.By European Renal Association

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Episode 14: Heart All A Flutter 22:07

2M ago22:07

22:07

We talk to Anne about how a heart ablation helped her with her atrial fibrillation.By CHI St. Vincent

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From AI to Access: 2025 Healthcare Predictions, Part 1 12:56

2M ago12:56

12:56

PW editorial board member Dr. Alex McDonald has a conversation with Victor Zhou (Klarity Health) about what changes may be coming to healthcare in 2025. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at edito…

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Trailer The treatment of arterial hypertension in 2025 0:56

2M ago0:56

0:56

By European Renal Association

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Trailer ANCA vasculitis – novelties and difficult cases 0:27

2M ago0:27

0:27

By European Renal Association

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Trailer Imlifidase – a new tool in transplantation 0:41

2M ago0:41

0:41

By European Renal Association

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Managing Depression to Improve CKD Care and Outcomes 14:16

2M ago14:16

14:16

In this episode of Kidney Health Connections, Dr. George Hart and Jessica Demaline, senior vice president of healthcare operations at Interwell Health, discuss the critical issue of managing depression among individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD). People with CKD are at a significantly higher risk for depression, which can severely impact th…

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The Importance of Blood Donation, Part 2: Tackling Barriers 7:25

2M ago7:25

7:25

In part 2, Amanda Hess, an Advisory Board Member of the Association for Blood Donor Professionals, returns to discuss barriers that prevent people from donating blood and share strategies to address common misconceptions. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, …

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The Importance of Blood Donation, Part 1: An Easy Way to Encourage Patients to Participate 9:12

3M ago9:12

9:12

Amanda Hess, an Advisory Board Member of the Association for Blood Donor Professionals, offers a resource that clinicians can share with patients to help increase blood donation participation. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medic…

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Addressing Social Determinants of Health in Kidney Care 26:44

3M ago26:44

26:44

Dr. Kareen Simpson’s nephrology practice, Associates in Nephrology, serves the minority community on the southeast side of Chicago. She joins Kidney Health Connections for a discussion on the critical social determinants of health (SDoH) that impact patient care, including limited access to healthcare, transportation difficulties, financial barrier…

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Medicolegal Quick Hitters: Key Legal Considerations Every Physician Should Know 10:16

3M ago10:16

10:16

In her first episode of 2025, Dr. MedLaw takes a look back at all her podcast episodes from last year and pulls out the most important takeaways for physicians. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us …

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#33 What vaccines should I perform to my CKD patients? With Nina Babel 20:45

3M ago20:45

20:45

In today’s episode, we’re focusing on a crucial yet often under-discussed subject: the role of vaccination in chronic kidney disease. Patients with CKD are at a markedly increased risk of infections, a vulnerability compounded by factors like impaired immunity, dialysis, and immunosuppressive therapies. Vaccination, therefore, plays an indispensabl…

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#32 A renal pathologist in 2024 in plain English, with Ingeborg Bajema 22:58

3M ago22:58

22:58

Renal pathology is about much more than diagnosis, it’s about decoding the mechanisms of diseases like glomerular and tubulointerstitial disorders to shape more effective, personalized treatments. In this episode, we’ll dive into the methodologies behind renal biopsies, and the critical role they play in guiding treatment strategies. Looking ahead,…

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#31 Research and publishing tips for the uninitiated, with Andreas Kronbichler 26:55

3M ago26:55

26:55

How do I start a research project? How do I join a research team? How does one get financing for research projects? How do I understand medical publishing and how to thrive in it? We've all been there, my friend. Andreas Kronbichler has been there too. As our next guest of our research related, A Pinch of Salt podcast, he will try to answer these q…

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Episode 13: Weight No More 23:32

3M ago23:32

23:32

We talk to Amy about her weight loss journey.By CHI St. Vincent

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Discussing Potential Solutions for Physician Burnout, Part 2 9:25

3M ago9:25

9:25

In the second part of her conversation about burnout, Louise Underdahl, PhD, discusses the pandemic's impact on physician mental health, as well as how collaboration between clinicians and administrators may be the most effective path forward. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical…