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Understanding and Preventing Transplant Rejection -
11/5/2019
Anyone who receives a kidney transplant has an important role to play to prevent their body from rejecting the new organ. What can you do to increase the life expectancy of your new kidney? Dr. Stanley C. Jordan is the Director of Nephrology and Transplant Immunology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and a pioneering kidney transplant researcher. Lori has known him since her childhood. From the beginning of his career, he was fascinated by immunology research and wanted to understand how it could be applied to problems with transplant rejection. In this episode of KidneyTalk, Dr. Jordan delves deeply into the role of antibodies—how they affect who is able to receive a transplant and how long that kidney can remain healthy.
Dr. Jordan shares with Lori what transplant recipients must do to keep their new kidney healthy. Listen in to hear about new immunology therapy and the treatment advances that can prevent transplant rejection and help people keep their gift of life.
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Renal Support Network (KidneyTalk - An Online Radio Show By Renal Support Network)
Hope for Treating Rare Forms of Kidney Disease -
10/24/2019
As someone who has had kidney disease since age 2 back in 1968, Lori Hartwell has witnessed many exciting medical breakthroughs throughout her life. Today she speaks with Geoffrey Block, MD, vice president, nephrology, at Reata Pharmaceuticals, about some of those breakthroughs. Dr. Block is part of a team researching a new, regenerative medicine to improve kidney function in those with rare forms of kidney disease such as Alport Syndrome, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), and focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS). Listen in to this show to hear the encouraging results of the team’s published clinical research.
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Renal Support Network (KidneyTalk - An Online Radio Show By Renal Support Network)
Cleared for a Kidney Transplant -
10/10/2019
Dr. Rafael Villicana, medical director of kidney transplants at Loma Linda Medical Center, and Lori Hartwell, are both well-acquainted with the kidney transplant process. Listen in to this show to learn about how to become listed to receive a kidney transplant. During the interview, Lori and Dr. Villicana will talk about the requirements and timelines for both living and deceased donor transplants and walk you through the process of getting the tests they require. You’ll also hear about scenarios that may prevent you from becoming listed.
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Renal Support Network (KidneyTalk - An Online Radio Show By Renal Support Network)
Celebrating Nephrology Nurses -
9/10/2019
Nephrology nursing is a unique specialty. Because kidney failure requires a great deal of maintenance, nephrology nurses really get to know their patients and often have long-term relationships with them. They learn each patients specific needs and unique indicators for when they do not feel well or are out of sorts, or when they are doing well and should keep up the good work.
Tamara Kear, PhD, RN, CNS, CNN has over 30 years of experience as a nephrology nurse and has held a variety of roles within this specialty. In 2020, she will become the Executive Director of the American Association of Nephrology Nurses to help lead the future. Today Lori and Tamara discuss the role of the nephrology nurse and why Lori Hartwell admires and appreciates all they do.
Nephrology Nurses week is Sept. 8 – 15, 2019. We would like to say thank you for choosing this career and for making a difference in so many lives.
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Renal Support Network (KidneyTalk - An Online Radio Show By Renal Support Network)
How to Tell Your Story -
8/29/2019
Everyone has a book in them, so how do you get it out? Adversity introduces you to yourself and everybody has a unique perspective. Especially when you have experienced a life contending with a chronic illness. Your distinctive point of wisdom can help someone else struggling to live a fulfilling life with the same illness. But where do you start? Henriette Ivanans and Lori Hartwell each have a successful book under their belts. Listen to these two accomplished authors for tips on how to tell your story and reach those who need to hear it.
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Renal Support Network (KidneyTalk - An Online Radio Show By Renal Support Network)
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