News & Announcements

In Memoriam: Jens Wolf-Dieter Göbel, MD
April 27, 2026

We invite you to read the beautiful tribute to our friend and colleague Jens Goebel, written by David Hooper and published April 8th in Pediatric Transplantation, which celebrates his remarkable life and enduring contributions. In Memoriam: Jens Wolf‐Dieter Göbel, MD 1961–2025

ASN – Receive Travel Support to Attend ASN Kidney Week 2026
April 24, 2026

Travel support applications to attend the world’s premier nephrology meeting, ASN Kidney Week 2026, will open on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. This meeting provides the opportunity to exchange knowledge, learn the latest scientific and medical advances, and listen to engaging and provocative discussions with leading experts in the field. Held…

ABP News Release
April 17, 2026

Today, the ABP announced approval of a competency-based training model approach using entrustable professional activities (EPAs) in two-year clinically oriented fellowship programs.  Read more about it here: Ensuring Readiness for Practice: Advancing Competency-Based Subspecialty Training | The American Board of Pediatrics ASPN has had a dedicated group working since Summer 2025…

In Memory of Dr. L. Leighton Hill
April 13, 2026

Dr. L. Leighton Hill passed away peacefully in the company of his family and loved ones on March 24, 2026. A graduate of Slidell Louisiana High School, where he was captain of his football team, Dr Hill led them to two state football championships. He was president of his high…

Call for Applications: ASPN John E. Lewy Foundation Advocacy Scholars Program
April 13, 2026

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…

JELF Scholar Update
April 6, 2026

I’m well into my first year as a JELF Scholar and I’m doing all that I can to make the most of this opportunity! I’m fresh off my very first in-person Hill Day experience at the U.S. Capitol, where I met with congressional offices from Georgia and North Carolina to…

Member of the Month – Dr. Nina Mann
March 30, 2026

ASPN Member of the Month is highlighting Dr. Nina Mann. Dr. Mann is being recognized for her impactful research in kidney genetics and her leadership within the nephrology community, particularly in the area of clinical genetic testing for kidney disease. She also serves as Co-Chair of the ASPN Kidney Genetics…

ASPN Fellows Poster Presentations at PAS 2026
March 20, 2026

We are proud to highlight ASPN Fellows who will be presenting their work at the PAS 2026 Meeting. These posters showcase innovative research and contributions in pediatric nephrology. We encourage all attendees to visit their posters, engage with the presenters, and support the next generation of academic pediatric leaders. Fellows…

Announcing the 2026 ASPN Award Winners
March 5, 2026

We are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 ASPN Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions and achievements within our field. Please join us in congratulating this year’s award winners for their remarkable accomplishments and commitment to excellence. We also extend our congratulations to our council member for receiving the AAP…

The Bean Pod – Episode 2:  Pearls in the management of steroid resistant nephrotic syndrome
March 3, 2026

In this episode, Dr. Jason Misurac and Dr. Amirtha Chinnadurai are joined by Dr. Michael Somers, Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and pediatric nephrologist at Boston Children’s Hospital, to discuss his real-world approach to steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome. This concise, practice-focused conversation covers: • Defining SRNS • Selecting and…