Professional Events: Controversies in Nephrology

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Stretch your mind at Controversies in Nephrology, an evening of thoughtful and lively debate focused on examining the questions central to kidney disease. Groups of nephrology fellows representing Chicago’s academic medical centers will field teams, engage in a few bouts of friendly competition, and challenge one another to think critically about patient care, physical health, and research. Whether or not you are part of a team, all attendees are encouraged to participate in the conversation.
For More Information
Please contact the NKFI's Director of Programs, Rachel DePauw
email: rdepauw@nkfi.org | phone: (312) 321 - 1500 x 258
get tickets
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Event Only: $25
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Event + Professional Advisory Board Membership: $150
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Existing 2022 Professional Advisory Board members: Free
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Fellows, residents & students: Free (registration still required)

Controversies in Nephrology will be
a hybrid event this year. Choose to participate virtually or in-person
PROGRAM
Spring 2023
6:30pm - 8:00pm
LOCATION
Maggiano's Little Italy
516 North Clark St
Chicago, IL
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details & debate topics
what's on the agenda
TOPIC #01:
COVID-19 vaccination should be required for all patients prior to kidney transplantation.
PRO: UIC
Fellows
Edward Suh, MD
Aaron Young, MD
Mentors
Sajid Ansari, MD
Ruchi Naik, MD, PhD
vs.
CON: Northwestern
Fellows
Kana Amari, MD
Manal Alotaibi, MBBS, MD
Mentor
Akansha Agrawal, MD
TOPIC #02:
Phosphate binders should be used to treat hyperphosphatemia in patients with advanced CKD who are not on dialysis.
PRO: Loyola
Fellows
Xin Zhang, MD
Hannan Rasheed, MD
Mentors
David Leehey, MD
Rupinder Sodhi, MD
vs.
CON: University of Chicago
Fellows
Anand Narayanan, MD
Mohammed Nasaruddin, MD
Mentors
Anna Zisman, MD
Stuart Sprague, DO, FASN
Moderators
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Veeda Landeras, MD, Associates in Nephrology
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Roger Rodby, MD, Rush University Medical Center
Judges
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Kristie Delaney, MD – Duly Health and Care Nephrology
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Maria Khan, MD – Associates in Nephrology
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Stephen Korbet, MD – Rush University Medical Center
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Naveen Reddy, MD - Nephrology Associates of Northern Indiana & Illinois
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Madhav Rao, MD – Associates in Nephrology
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Manish Tanna, MD - Nephrology Associates of Northern Indiana & Illinois
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Edgar Lerma, MD - Associates in Nephrology
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The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois is able to offer professional development programming, conduct educational seminars, and support research with the help of our passionate supporters, and a remarkable team of dedicated sponsors. Interested in sponsoring this event? Review the Sponsorship Packet or contact Wesley Bauer at wbauer@nkfi.org or 312-321-1500.
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