Optimizing Patient Care

This presentation focuses on the impact of kidney disease and autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) in Black and Hispanic/Latino communities and the effects of social determinants of health on… Read More

This presentation will review the impact of kidney disease in the United States and the importance of the kidneys and preserving kidney function. The disparities that exist within underserved and… Read More

Delivering high-quality and equitable care to an increasingly diverse population is a challenge faced by individual health care providers and health care systems. Cultural competence has been described as an… Read More

Recent policymaking and an increased awareness around patient-centric care are resulting in a renewed interest in home-dialysis as a treatment option for kidney failure. Peritoneal dialysis is a great option… Read More

Population health provides an opportunity for health care systems, agencies and organizations to work together in order to improve the health outcomes of the communities they serve. Some definitions of… Read More

This presentation will define Measurement-Based Care (MBC) and explore its utility in kidney care, including its process, benefits, and challenges. Furthermore, the importance of Patient-Centered Care (PCC) and Patient-Reported Outcomes… Read More

Patient empowerment is an important concept in the care of patients with chronic kidney disease. This presentation discusses the foundational aspects of motivational interviewing, basic counseling techniques, and the importance… Read More

With the advancement of technology throughout the 21st century, we have seen a growing role for the utilization of information technology applied to health and healthcare. Health information technology (HIT),… Read More

Most improvements in healthcare outcomes are attributed to clinical, operational, or financial process changes.  However, patients can also play a considerable role in improving their care.  This presentation explores patient… Read More