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Advancing Nephrology: Division Leaders Advise ASN
Gregory L Braden1, Arlene Chapman2, David H Ellison3
1Division of Nephrology, University of Massachusetts Medical School-Baystate, Springfield, Massachusetts.
Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology : CJASN
|August 15, 2020
Summary
Nephrology is advancing with new treatments and research, driven by global organizations. A key meeting addressed vital issues to invigorate the field and improve kidney disease patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Translational Research
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Kidney diseases represent a growing global health challenge.
- Advancements in treatments, understanding, and research are transforming patient outlooks.
- Numerous initiatives and organizations are dedicated to improving nephrology care and outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address key issues facing the field of nephrology.
- To invigorate the discipline and meet the challenge of global kidney diseases.
- To develop recommendations for the American Society of Nephrology.
Main Methods:
- Convened a Division Chief Retreat in Dallas, Texas, in June 2019.
- Focused discussions on five critical areas: value, productivity, education, workforce, and training.
- Highlighted outcomes and formulated recommendations.
Main Results:
- Discussions centered on asserting nephrology's value, productivity and compensation, educational support, faculty recruitment/retention/diversity/inclusion, and fellowship program enhancement.
- Identified key areas for strategic development within nephrology.
- Generated recommendations for the American Society of Nephrology.
Conclusions:
- The field of nephrology is at a pivotal point, with opportunities for significant advancement.
- Addressing the identified issues is crucial for invigorating nephrology and improving patient care.
- Recommendations aim to enhance the value, workforce, and training within nephrology to combat the global kidney disease pandemic.
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