About Us

Welcome to the American Society for Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN)

Founded in 1969, the American Society for Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN) stands as the premier professional organization dedicated to advancing the care and understanding of pediatric kidney disease. With a mission to promote optimal renal health in children through education, research, and advocacy, ASPN brings together pediatric nephrologists, researchers, and healthcare professionals from across the United States and around the world.

ASPN MISSION

The ASPN is the leading voice of pediatric nephrology in North America. Our primary goal is to advance care for children, adolescents, and young adults with kidney disease through advocacy, education, research, and workforce development.

Past Presidents
Patrick Brophy, MD 2018-2020
Larry Greenbaum, MD 2016-2018
Victoria F. Norwood, MD 2014-2016
Joseph T. Flynn, MD, MS 2012-2014
H. William Schnaper, MD 2010-2012
Lisa M. Satlin, MD 2008-2010
Sharon P. Andreoli, MD 2006-2008
Sandra L. Watkins, MD 2004-2006
Ellis D. Avner, MD 2002-2004
Frederick J. Kaskel, MD, Ph.D 2000-2002
Aaron Friedman, MD 1998-2000
Eileen D. Brewer, MD 1998
Craig B. Langman, MD 1997
F. Bruder Stapleton,MD 1996
Jean Robillard, MD 1995
Julie Ingelfinger, MD 1994
Billy Arant, MD 1993
Robert Chevalier, MD 1992
Pedro Jose, MD 1991
Barbara Cole, MD 1990
Norman Siegel, MD 1989
Ira Griefer, MD 1988
Russell Chesney, MD 1987
Richard Fine, MD 1986
Alan Gruskin, MD 1985
Michael Bailie, MD 1984
Paul McEnery, MD 1983
Adrian Spitzer, MD 1982
John Lewy, MD 1981
Fred Smith, MD 1980
Alan Robson, MD 1979
Robert Vernier, MD 1978
Luther Travis, MD 1977
Chet Edelmann, MD 1976
Malcolm Holliday, MD 1975
Clark West, MD 1974
Philip Calcagno, MD 1973
Wallace McCrory, MD 1972
Henry Barnett, MD 1971
Jack Metcoff, MD 1970
Walter Heymann, MD 1969

Pediatric Nephrology Fellows National Lecture Webinar Series –
December 12 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST
ASPN Fall/Winter 2024 Virtual Town Hall Meeting
December 13 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm EST
ASPN Pathology Webinar
January 6, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT
Pediatric Nephrology Fellows National Lecture Webinar Series –
January 9, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST
Acute Care Webinar – Nutritional support for infants and children on kidney replacement therapy
January 27, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST