ASN Podcast

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Shovel Ready: What's Next for the Kidney Care National Plan? Nov 06, 2026

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Strategic Policy Advisor to ASN EVP & CEO Rachel Meyer joins Tod Ibrahim and Lauren Ahearn to discuss the HHS Kidney Care National Plan, ASN Kidney Week, and opportunities to turn policy priorities into action.

High-Impact Clinical Trials Oct 25, 2026

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Areef Ishani, MD, Tara I. Chang, MD, Vandana Dua Niyyar, MD, and Laura M. Dember, MD break down scientific sessions and posters from this year's Annual Meeting and explore findings from high-impact clinical trials shaping kidney research and patient care.

Innovations and New Therapies: Advancing the Future of Kidney Care Oct 24, 2026

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Sophia Zoungas, MBBS, PhD, Katherine R. Tuttle, MD, FASN, and Vineeta Kumar, MD, FASN discuss novel therapies and scientific advancements shaping treatment and improving patient outcomes.

Potential and Pitfalls: How AI Is Shaping Research Oct 22, 2026

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Hear Arwa Nada, MD, Tahagod Mohamed, MD, Sameer Thadani, MD, and Karin Bergling, MD, discuss AI in nephrology. Editorial Note: The discussion mentions AI's first documented use in adult nephrology in 1950. Early AI models were created that year.

The Impact of Immigration Policy on Nephrology Oct 09, 2026

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ASN Director of Data Science Kurtis Pivert joins Tod Ibrahim and Lauren Ahearn to discuss a new Migration Policy Institute report on the role of international medical graduates in nephrology and the impact of immigration policy.

EP&R Episode Eight: The Critical Role of Nephrology Social Workers in Disaster Preparedness and Response Oct 06, 2026

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Srinath Yadlapalli, MD, and Felicia Speed, PhD, LMSW, discuss how nephrology social workers help people living with kidney diseases prepare for disasters, relocate safely, coordinate care, access support, and navigate complex emergencies.

Neal Bricker: The Work and Impact of ASN's First President Oct 01, 2026

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Mabel Purkerson, MD, Leon Fine, MD, and Gabriel Danovitch, MD, reflect on the life and legacy of Neal Bricker, MD, and discuss his research, mentorship, and contributions to nephrology with host Andrew Cohen, MD.

Sustainability and Kidney Care: Why It Matters Sep 29, 2026

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Host David Goldfarb, MD, and guest Ankur Shah, MD, FASN, examine why sustainability matters in dialysis, from water, energy, and waste demands to patient access and practical approaches for more resilient kidney care.

Vaccinations in Glomerular Diseases (Guest: Corey Cavanaugh, DO) Sep 22, 2026

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Dr. Tushar Chopra and Dr. Corey Cavanaugh break down how newer therapies change infection risk, which vaccines to give and when, and practical strategies you can use to prevent infections in patients living with glomerular diseases.

EP&R Episode Seven: Surviving and Leading Through Disaster (or, Lessons from the Fire: Kidney Care in Crisis) Part Two Sep 15, 2026

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In Part Two, Dr. Gopa Green shares how she coordinated a regional response to the Tubbs Fire while facing personal loss, the challenges health care teams faced, and lessons for recovery and stronger disaster preparedness.

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