Throughout the year, the ASPN Foundation is honoring our colleagues in pediatric nephrology and highlighting our amazing community! Do you have a mentor, fellow, or team member whom you’d like to show your appreciation to? Consider making a donation to the ASPN Foundation in their name to mark career milestones,…
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As part of our ongoing initiative to enhance the annual meeting experience for members and take full advantage of our partnership with PAS, Christine Sethna has reviewed the PAS program for high-yield non-ASPN sessions. Take a look to identify sessions focused on workforce, research, education, leadership and more here: The…
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For anyone planning to spend some extra time in Hawaii, ASPN members Reya Mokiao and Daryl Okamura have graciously shared their expert recommendations for places to visit and hike, and delicious things to eat, on Oahu and beyond: Oahu FOOD Local Food Sweet-E’s Cafe (Kapahulu near Waikiki) My favorite…
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The American Society of Pediatric Nephrology is advocating against cuts to Medicaid funding and benefits. Since the most effective advocacy combines data and stories, we hope that your patients will be willing to share their stories about how the Medicaid program supports their care using this button below. Patients and…
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The American Society of Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN) is deeply alarmed by the recently announced reorganization of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), which slashes the agency’s workforce by 25% and consolidates the agency’s 25 divisions into just 12. Despite Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s assurances, abrupt reductions in…
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As a JELF scholar over the past two years, I have had the privilege of learning how to advocate at the institutional, state, and national levels as a pediatric nephrologist. Through the ASPN JELF seminars and the guidance of my mentorship team, I have partnered with a local grassroots coalition…
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Current Institution, Role and TrainingDr. Rosenblum is Professor of Paediatrics, Physiology, and Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology at the University of Toronto, a Paediatric Nephrologist and Senior Scientist at the Hospital for Sick Children, and Scientific Director of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Institute of Nutrition, Metabolism and Diabetes…
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The American Society of Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN) invites applications for the John E. Lewy Foundation Advocacy Scholars Program. This prestigious program aims to develop the next generation of leaders in public policy and advocacy for children with kidney disease. Eligibility: ASPN members in good standing with a demonstrated interest in…
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February was an eventful month for the JELF community and the ASPN Public Policy Committee. Hill Day was held virtually on February 14 and was well attended by PPC members and Congress representatives. For this Hill Day, we focused on a few main asks relating to appropriations for the 2025…
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ASPN Webinars January was a busy month for ASPN, with numerous educational and professional development opportunities. Below is a recap of webinar content you can the recording with your ASPN Membership: January 6: ASPN Pathology Webinar – Case of an 8-year-old male with rash and hematuria. January 16: Pediatric Nephrology…
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