✨🎉🙌The American Heart Association has elected Dr. Katherine Tuttle as a Distinguished Scientist for 2026! So well deserved. Congrats Kathy!! @americanheart.bsky.social #research #heart #kidney #nephsky kri.washington.edu/news/katheri...

Congratulations to Joyce Jackson, recipient of the 2026 Ragen Volunteer Service Award, for her dedication to advancing kidney disease research at UW Medicine and to improving kidney care. #kidney #research #patientcare #nephsky @uwmedicine.bsky.social give.uwmedicine.org/stories/a-li...

Congrats, Dr. Liz Kiernan! Recipient of a #research grant thru AKF’s prestigious CSN Prgm, which funds early-career #nephrologists dedicated to improving the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for people living with CKD #kidney @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social #nephsky www.kidneyfund.org/article/amer...

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Russell Tracy, who served on the KRI Scientific Advisory Committee. He was an international leader in the study of inflammation, coagulation, and adaptive immunity in cardiovascular disease. #kidney #cardio #research www.sevendaysvt.com/life-lines/o...

The Division of Nephrology in the Dept of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social has a great opportunity for a Grants & Contracts Manager to oversee & facilitate clinical research, translational & basic science programs in the Division, including the Kidney Research Institute. Apply: lnkd.in/gdw6EzRp

Bariatric surgery in T2D/obesity can improve kidney outcomes @miktmc.bsky.social @kidney-resrch-inst.bsky.social explore structural & transcriptomic changes in kidneys of obese youth with T2D after vertical sleeve gastrectomy, revealing targets for intervention: doi.org/10.1172/JCI1...

👏👏👏Thank you to Dr. Suzanne Watnick for her amazingly powerful testimony at a Health Subcommittee Hearing in DC, providing insights and answers on the state of #dialysis care & #transplantation for Americans living with #kidney diseases. Watch: asn.click/4sVAVY2 #nephsky @uwmedicine.bsky.social

Dr. Christine Limonte's #research: "A number of participants had unexpected findings, IgA nephropathy, fibrillary glomerulonephritis, as well as nonspecific findings that precluded a definitive diagnosis." youtu.be/guBfhzNtq8E?... #nephrology #kidney #diabetes #CKD #nephsky @uwmedicine.bsky.social

Ian H. de Boer, MD, @ian-deboer.bsky.social and colleagues conducted a study to characterize glycemic profiles in a large cohort of patients receiving maintenance dialysis. #kidney #dialysis #nephrology #hypoglycemia #nephsky www.docwirenews.com/post/cgm-oft...

We are so proud of the folks from UW #Nephrology who are in DC advocating for #kidneypatients!! Thank you! ✨ 🤩🫘 #nephsky #yourvoicematters @uwmedicine.bsky.social

Katherine Tuttle, MD, gave an educational and timely #WorldKidneyDay presentation for UW #Nephrology Grand Rounds: "Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists for Treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease." @uwmedicine.bsky.social #nephsky #CKD #kidney #GLP-1 Watch: youtu.be/5JeHed9l1Mg

Happy #WorldKidneyDay2026! We aim to raise awareness about #kidney health and the growing impact of kidney diseases. We are here to help through clinical care, research, and education. @uwmedicine.bsky.social @kidney-resrch-inst.bsky.social #nephsky #nephrology

Youth triumphs in test to regenerate kidney tissue. Stem cells implanted into mice produced improved kidney grafts. @uwmedicine.bsky.social @kidney-resrch-inst.bsky.social #research #kidney #stemcells #nephsky newsroom.uw.edu/news-release...

Ian de Boer, MD is serving as the new Chair of the Pathobiology of Kidney Disease (PBKD) study section, 2025-2027. Dr. de Boer served as a standing member of PBKD from 2022-2025. Congratulations and thank you for your dedication! #kidney #research #pathology #CKD #nephsky @uwnephrology.bsky.social

"40th Anniv of EPO Clinical Trials in Seattle" - by Drs. Ian de Boer (Nephrology), John Stivelman (emeritus), Michael Kelly (emeritus), Matt Rivara (Nephrology), & Kleber Fertrin (Hematology & Oncology). #anemia #dialysis #renal #CKD @uwmedicine.bsky.social Video: kri.washington.edu/news/40th-an...

Dr. Mike Granda presents "Go or No Go: Gray Zones and Recent Evidence in Obstructive AKI." #kidney #AKI #nephsky #renal @uwmedicine.bsky.social Watch: youtu.be/oTAEOg9xJF0

Big congratulations to Paul Martin, our Program & Operations Manager, on graduating from University College at the U of Iowa's online degree program. Paul received a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies in the Health and Human Studies Track, and a minor in Aging and Longevity Studies. 👏👏👏

Opportunity! Apply for our full-time, temp #Research #Scientist position. Provide data management support on projects involving human subjects with #kidney diseases & related conditions. The position works closely w/ multiple investigators! #Seattle #nephsky @uwnephrology.bsky.social bit.ly/4p4xVWF

Congratulations to Drs. Ann O'Hare and Yoshio Hall on being inducted as VA Puget Sound HCS Practitioner Leads in Quality & Safety for their participation in the “Native Hawaiian and Asian American #veterans with #CKD” project. Great work!! 👏 #kidney #healthcare #nephsky @uwmedicine.bsky.social

What a Match! We are thrilled to welcome this exceptional group of doctors to our UW Nephrology Fellowship Program!! @uwnephrology.bsky.social @uwmedicine.bsky.social #Seattle #Match2026 #nephsky

We had a great turnout for #Cranksgiving, biking food from local grocers to area food banks. Several folks donated funds directly. Everyone had a wonderful time! Over 6,500 lbs of food donated!! Happy Thanksgiving!! 🦃😀🚴‍♂️ @uwnephrology.bsky.social @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social @uwmedicine.bsky.social

What an amazing accomplishment from Kathy Tuttle, MD. A powerful researcher and physician!! 👏👏👏 @kidney-resrch-inst.bsky.social @uwnephrology.bsky.social @uwmedicine.bsky.social @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social Providence Spokane #kidney #research #science #renal #healthcare

Dr. Bryan Kestenbaum discusses plans for his upcoming clinical trial, "DRIVE". Learn what it is, trial rationale, risks & benefits. #dialysis #hemodialysis #kidney #volumeoverload #ultrafiltration #hypertension #congestion #cardiomyopathy #nephsky #meded @uwmedicine.bsky.social youtu.be/4GTLfGMwWBU

Taryn Oestreich, clinical research coordinator, #nephrology, is the 2025 recipient of the WSPHA Public Health Excellence Award. Her dedication and service benefited the WA state community throughout her extraordinary 40-year career. Congratulations and thank you Taryn! mednews.uw.edu/news/oestrei...

Findings published in the Journal of the American Society of #Nephrology demonstrated that in maintenance #dialysis, #CGM often identified episodes of #hyperglycemia & #hypoglycemia. Research by investigators @kidney-resrch-inst.bsky.social @uwmedicine.bsky.social #nephsky #diabetes bit.ly/3XcYEF4

These study findings suggest that continuous glucose monitors are appropriate and potentially beneficial for people on #dialysis, especially those being treated for #diabetes. @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social @kidney-resrch-inst.bsky.social newsroom.uw.edu/news-release...

Former @uwmedicine.bsky.social #dialysis and #transplant patient, 55 years later, shares her inspiring story of health and gratitude. #nephsky #kidney #beldingscribner #kiildialysis kri.washington.edu/news/former-...

In the 60s and 70s, UW Nephrologists pioneered the developments of dialysis and kidney transplantation. At 71, Linda Johnston shares her experience as a UW patient during this time, receiving her first transplant at age 16. Story by @uwnephrology.bsky.social's Krista Forsyth Fisher: bit.ly/3IVhrl2

#Hyperglycemia and #hypoglycemia pose several clinical risks, including #cardiovascular events, infection, and death, according to Ian de Boer, MD, MS, professor of medicine, & director of the Kidney Research Institute. @uwmedicine.bsky.social #glycemic #CGM #nephsky www.healio.com/news/nephrol...

"Building a Unified Future: The ASN Journal Portfolio 2 Years In." Dr. Raj Mehrotra, Senior Editor-in-Chief of the portfolio, spoke with Kidney News about the portfolio's success and future goals. @rajmehrotra.bsky.social @asnkidney.bsky.social #kidney #nephsky www.kidneynews.org/view/journal...

Notices of Awards for KRI investigators Beno Freedman, PhD, and Ian de Boer, MD #nephsky #kidney PKD-InVent: Polycystic Kidney Disease In Vitro Center; BLOSSOM 2.0: Blood Sugar Sensing on Maintenance Dialysis. Learn about the projects: kri.washington.edu/news/notice-...

"It's a novel idea to have tiny #organoids that respond in the same way that a #kidney would. You see #polycystic kidney disease materialize before your eyes. The cyst structures of the disorder can be seen in three dimensions." @uwmedicine.bsky.social #nephsky newsroom.uw.edu/blog/investi...

"Managing Bone Disease in CKD", presented by Dr. Simon Hsu @uwmedicine.bsky.social. Are fracture incidences higher in #CKD and #ESKD? Do VitD3, cinacalcet, or denosumab help with prevention? What are all the considerations for #kidney and #bone health? #nephsky Watch: youtu.be/Pp9CuWIXl7k

Listen to the podcast #DocswithDisabilities - "ACGME/DWDI Disability Resource Hub Case Study: #Psychological Disability in a #Nephrology #Fellowship," with Drs. Justin Bullock (@jbullockruns.bsky.social) and Cary Paine #kidney #nephsky @uwnephrology.bsky.social @uwmedicine.bsky.social

The Complex Relationship Between #Kidney Health and Our #Environment. “This is becoming more of an urgent issue, and the interest is palpable,” said Suzanne Watnick, MD a professor & #nephrologist @uwmedicine.bsky.social #nephsky #dialysis www.docwirenews.com/post/the-com...

Congrats to Dr. Nisha Bansal for contributions to the development & publication of HBP guideline! We're proud of her efforts to provide evidence-based guidance to healthcare providers practicing #cardiovascular #medicine @uwmedicine.bsky.social #kidney #nephsky www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/...

We are excited to kick off the new academic year with a #womeninnephrology event and welcome our new #nephrology fellows, Erin, Hanna, Heba, and Jessica to our WIN community @uwmedicine.bsky.social! #kidney #healthcare #research #nephsky #WomenInMedicine #AcademicLife

The AST has announced its 2025-2026 board members! Congratulations to our @uwnephrology.bsky.social faculty, Dr. Chris Blosser, new Councilor-at-large (Term through 2028)!! #kidney #transplant #nephsky @uwmedicine.bsky.social @astinfo.bsky.social myast.org/board-of-dir...

Every year, a few #Seattle Top Doctors are asked to share what inspires them to practice #medicine, the advice they give most often, and what they think the future holds for #healthcare. Meet Dr. Nicolae Leca @uwmedicine.bsky.social #kidney #transplant #nephsky seattlemag.com/top-docs/dr-...

New Fellow Welcome Dinner!! @uwnephrology.bsky.social @uwmedicine.bsky.social #kidney #Seattle #nephsky #nephfellows 🫘🌲🩺😊

Check out the insightful scholarly projects by Drs. Cassandra Chiao (PD Antifungal Prophylaxis), Megan Griffin (Listening), Gaoyuan Huang (C3 Glomerulopathy Post-transplant), & Manny Rovira (Dialysate Sodium & Hypotension) #nephsky @uwmedicine.bsky.social Watch: bit.ly/4kR4N3m

Congratulations to our UW #Nephrology Faculty Top Docs of 2025! You are truly amazing as patient care providers, educators, and researchers!! @uwmedicine.bsky.social #nephsky #kidneycare 🏆🥼🫘

"Orientation Week" has been so much FUN!! Our incoming #nephrology #fellows have been spotted all over #Seattle at the various @uwmedicine.bsky.social locations. They are set to begin a fantastic academic year @uwnephrology.bsky.social #kidney #nephsky #nephfellows

We are extremely proud of our 2025 #Nephrology #NephFellow Grads, Drs. Mahlet Assefa, Megan Griffin, Manuel Rovira, Gauyuan Huang, and Cassandra Chiao. The future is bright! They are each headed toward #kidney greatness!! #nephsky @uwmedicine.bsky.social @kidney-resrch-inst.bsky.social

We are thrilled that ASN selected Dr. Dan Lam for the @asnkidney.bsky.social Mid-Career Distinguished Clinical Service Award!! Dan is such a compassionate physician, and the Director of #PalliativeCare services at HMC @harborviewmedical.bsky.social #nephsky #kidney @kidney-resrch-inst.bsky.social

Dr. @rajmehrotra.bsky.social presented "Public Policy and Home Dialysis Utilization" at the European Renal Association's #ERA25 62nd Congress in Vienna, Austria!! The event focused on "Breaking Boundaries in Kidney Care." A fantastic event for learning & sharing #kidneycare @uwmedicine.bsky.social

We are thrilled to announce that Professor Bryan Kestenbaum has been appointed as the inaugural holder of the David S. and Nayda Utterberg Endowed Chair in Nephrology. @uwmedicine.bsky.social @kidney-resrch-inst.bsky.social #nephsky #kidney Learn about his research: mednews.uw.edu/news/kestenb...

Dr. Katherine Tuttle focuses her educational Grand Rounds talk on a reemerging topic: "New Approaches to Blocking #Aldosterone & #Angiotensinogen for #Hypertension or #CKD." #kidney #nephrology #nephsky @uwmedicine.bsky.social youtu.be/TeWkmCopuzk

Professor Ashley Jefferson, MD, shares information regarding the many advances in Minimal Change Disease in this Grand Rounds presentation on Diffuse Podocytopathy. #FSGS #MinimalChangeDisease #Podocyte #NephSky @uwmedicine.bsky.social Watch - youtu.be/lhy-p1212TI

Grateful for Mt Baker Fndn's generous gift to @kidney-resrch-inst.bsky.social. MBL works to improve quality of life for folks w/ #kidneydisease & #diabetes, supports innovative #kidney #research & #dialysis, & the #fellowship prgm of @uwnephrology.bsky.social 🤩 mtbakerfoundation.org/focus-areas/...