I’m sure we are all aware of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) vote to revoke its long-standing recommendation that all newborns receive a hepatitis B vaccination within 24 hours of birth. This decision is sadly expected to lead to a resurgence of a disease which was nearly…
Read More
We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the upcoming cohort of the ASPN Mentorship Program—a society-wide initiative designed to foster meaningful professional growth, connection, and leadership within pediatric nephrology. This structured program brings together ASPN members across career stages to support mentorship relationships that promote career…
Read More
I am so excited and honored to be writing you all as one of the new JELF Scholars! Although I have only recently joined, I can already feel the great impacts of being part of such a driven group of people. I recently had my first experience with a virtual…
Read More
The Living Donor Protection Act (LDPA) has been reintroduced in the House and Senate. It is critical for ASPN members to reach out to your congressional delegation to share how important the LDPA is to your patients and their donors and ask that they cosponsor the legislation. The LDPA (H.R.4583)…
Read More
JELF Scholars are well on their way in growing in their advocacy and integrating this into their care for children with kidney disease. Meet the new 2025 scholars here! I am Stephanie Kerkvliet, a pediatric nephrologist at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. My areas of interest include improving access and…
Read More
Join us for an enriching experience at the 13th Annual ASPN Multidisciplinary Symposium, where professionals from diverse fields come together to advance pediatric nephrology care. This is an essential event for Nurses, Social Workers, Dietitians, and all members of pediatric nephrology teams. Mark Your Calendars: November 13-14, 2025 Registration Deadline:…
Read More
Introduction I am a pediatric nephrologist at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, where I serve as the Program Director for the Pediatric Residency and the Medical Director for Dialysis. I completed my pediatric residency training before going on to fellowship in pediatric nephrology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Clinical…
Read More
We are pleased to announce the release of the American Society for Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN) Annual Report covering the period from April 2024 to April 2025. This comprehensive report highlights the Society’s progress, the collective achievements of our committees and interest groups, and the significant impact ASPN has made over the past year.…
Read More
ASPN remains steadfast in its mission to advocate for the health and well-being of all children, including those living with kidney disease. As part of this commitment, we strongly support vaccination as a vital tool in protecting vulnerable pediatric populations. In 2023, ASPN partnered with the American Society of Nephrology’s…
Read More
Dr. Frisby-Zedan is a pediatric nephrologist at Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago. Her research focuses on pediatric AKI, critical care nephrology, and the long-term outcomes following hospital-acquired AKI. Her work has examined the risk factors that contribute to both short-term and long-term adverse outcomes in children with severe AKI requiring…
Read More
