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Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) In Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
About This Event
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) In Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Major depressive disorder affects more than 260 million people worldwide.1 The reported prevalence of depression in patients with chronic kidney disease ranges from 20-65%.2 This presentation provides an overview of both MDD and CKD and discusses their overlap of symptomology.
1. World Health Organization. Fact Sheet on Depression. (2012) https://www.who.int/health-topics/depression#tab=tab_1
2. Teles F et al. Clinics (Sao Paulo). 2014 ;69(3):198-202.
Location
Central Park Bistro
181 E 4th Ave
San Mateo, California 94401 United States + Google Map(650) 558-8401 View Venue WebsiteFeatured Speakers
Sushma Shiravanthe, PharmD, BCPS
Nephrology Medical Science LiaisonOtsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc.*
Sushma Shiravanthe, PharmD, BCPS, is a Medical Science Liaison at Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC) covering Northern California. Dr. Shiravanthe earned her BS in Brain, Behavior, and Cognitive Science and Doctorate of Pharmacy degrees from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI. She completed residency training at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson in Anderson, IN during which time she also earned a teaching certificate from Purdue University College of Pharmacy. Dr. Shiravanthe is Board Certified in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS) and is a licensed pharmacist in Indiana and California. Prior to joining Otsuka, Dr. Shiravanthe worked as a clinical pharmacist at Ascension St. Vincent Anderson for 2.5 years, and as a clinical pharmacy specialist at the Department of Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Healthcare System for 3 years. During this time, she also served as a preceptor for the pharmacy residency program clinical teaching skills, grand rounds, and clinical research rotations. Her clinical practice experience includes internal medicine, cardio-renal diseases, infectious diseases, and geriatrics.
John Awad, MD
Senior Clinical & Scientific LiaisonOtsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc.*
Areas of Expertise
Long Term Care Geriatric Medicine Primary Care Internal Medicine – Cardiology and NephrologyPrior Experience
Medical Science Liaison – Bayer, Mallinckrodt and Avanir Clinical Development and Clinical Research – UCSF, Natera and Gilead Primary Care Physician Servier Pharmaceuticals Cairo Kidney CenterSchools Attended
Faculty of Medicine – Cairo University, Egypt – MD Degree obtained in 2004*Drs Shiravanthe and Awad are employees of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC).
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NephU is supported by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC) and Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. (OAPI) - committed supporters of the Kidney Health Community. The information provided through NephU is intended for the educational benefit of health care professionals and others who support care for those with kidney disease and other related conditions. It is not intended as, nor is it a substitute for, medical care, advice, or professional diagnosis. Health care professionals should use their independent medical judgement when reviewing NephU’s educational resources. Users seeking medical advice should consult with a health care professional. No CME or CEU credits are available through any of the resources provided by NephU. Some of the contributors may be paid consultants of OPDC and/or OAPI.©2024 Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. All rights reserved.