January 2025

The countdown is on for the first-ever KDIGO GEMs (Guideline Education Meetings)—an exciting new virtual education program on the latest KDIGO Guidelines and evidence-based updates. Available in multiple time zones on January 13 and 14, KDIGO GEMs is designed to empower healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to understand and apply KDIGO recommendations in real-world clinical practice.

The inaugural KDIGO GEMs will focus on glomerular diseases, offering an in-depth exploration of topics like Lupus Nephritis, ANCA-associated Vasculitis, IgA Nephropathy (IgAN), and Complement-Mediated Kidney Disease. Through interactive presentations and real-world case-based discussions, participants will gain insights into the most effective ways to apply KDIGO’s recommendations in their daily practice. Each session will also feature live Q&A opportunities, offering a chance to engage with leading experts on challenging clinical scenarios and cutting-edge strategies.

"As an organization, KDIGO is dedicated to being responsive to the needs of the nephrology community," said Brad Rovin, MD (United States), Co-Chair of the KDIGO Glomerular Diseases, AAV, IgAN, and Lupus Nephritis Guidelines. "We had a lot of feedback on the Glomerular Diseases Guidelines, with many nephrologists wanting real-world examples of how to implement the recommendations and practice points in daily practice. The KDIGO GEMs program was developed to address this need. By focusing on practical, actionable insights, this program aims to bridge the gap between evidence and practice, empowering healthcare professionals to deliver the best possible care for their patients."

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with global experts, learn the latest advances, and elevate your approach to glomerular disease management. Learn more and register today!

KDIGO is holding a Controversies Conference on Green Dialysis: Environmentally Sustainable Care, Growth, and Innovation. The conference will take place in Berlin, Germany, in April 2025. The conference will be co-chaired by Katherine Barraclough, MD (Australia) and Jennifer Flythe, MD (United States).

KDIGO makes preliminary Scope of Work documents available for public review before final planning of any Controversies Conference. We invite you to share your comments on the Scope of Work via the feedback form on the conference website. Kindly submit your feedback no later than Monday, January 13.

Innovative “green dialysis” initiatives have been successfully implemented in the UK, EU, Australia, and beyond. The challenge now is to achieve rapid, widespread adoption globally while driving advancements in technology and care models. In hemodialysis, priorities include developing efficient water purification systems and energy-saving equipment. For peritoneal dialysis, point-of-care dialysate generation could cut carbon emissions from transport. Across both modalities, adopting bioplastics or reducing disposable materials could significantly lessen environmental impact.

KDIGO has previously explored topics like optimal dialysis prescriptions, blood pressure management, and symptom burden reduction. This conference aims to look ahead, evaluating current and future green dialysis technologies. Visit the conference website or download the Scope of Work.

Advancing IgA Nephropathy Management: New KDIGO Recommended Therapeutic Strategies

On-Demand Webinar

Live on Wednesday, January 15, 1 PM ET

Register for Advancing IgA Nephropathy Management: New KDIGO Recommended Therapeutic Strategies, featuring expert speakers Jai Radhakrishnan, MD (United States) and Anjay Rastogi, MD (United States).

This webinar will cover the latest understanding of IgAN’s underlying disease mechanisms, with a focus on the roles of B cells, complement systems, and proteinuria, explore data on emerging therapeutic agents that are transforming the treatment landscape for IgAN. Learn to establish individualized treatment plans that incorporate the KDIGO recommendations for stringent proteinuria goals and innovative therapeutic strategies to achieve them. Register.

Understanding Genetic Testing Results: Case-Based Illustrations

KDIGO CME Webinar

Tuesday, January 28, 2 PM EST

Register for Understanding Genetic Testing Results: Case-Based Illustrations, module three of the KDIGO Webinar Series on Implementing Genetic Testing for CKD in the Real World Setting.

This webinar will highlight the value of genetic testing in common CKD forms, focusing on clinical presentations of cystic, glomerular, and APOL1-related kidney diseases. Experts discuss classic versus atypical presentations, the spectrum of genetic variants across these conditions, and how genetic diagnoses influence prognostic and family planning decisions. Specific attention is given to APOL1’s relevance for African ancestry populations, implications for treatment, and misclassification risks in hypertensive nephrosclerosis or diabetic nephropathy patients. Learn about earning 1.0 CME credit and register.

IgA Nephropathy in 2025: Bridging the Gap Between Knowledge and Practice

Congress Session

Saturday, February 8, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM IST

Amaltas B Hall – B101B

Are you attending World Congress of Nephrology (WCN) 2025 in New Delhi, India? Don't miss the KDIGO session, "IgA Nephropathy in 2025: Bridging the Gap Between Knowledge and Practice," on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM in Amaltas B Hall – B101B.

Moderated by Liz Lightstone, MD (United Kingdom), the session will feature KDIGO IgAN Guideline Work Group Member Hernan Trimarchi, MD (Argentina) discussing IgAN pathophysiology, diagnosis, prognosis, and global implementation and KDIGO IgAN Guideline Co-Chair Brad Rovin, MD (United States), presenting case-based treatment strategies. The session will conclude with a 15-minute Q&A, providing a great opportunity to engage directly with the experts. The session will also be live-streamed for those who cannot attend in person.

While at WCN, don’t forget to visit the KDIGO booth (#B19) to say hello and explore our latest resources. We hope to see you there!

Renal Genetics in 2025 and Beyond: What's Ahead for This Emerging and Dynamic Field?

KDIGO CME Webinar

Wednesday, February 26, 2 PM EST

Mark your calendar for Renal Genetics in 2025 and Beyond: What's Ahead for this Emerging and Dynamic Field, module four of the KDIGO Webinar Series on Implementing Genetic Testing for CKD in the Real World Setting.

Join professors Andrew Mallett, MD (Australia), Nine V.A.M. Knoers, MD (The Netherlands), Matthew Sampson, MD (United States), and Ulla Schultheiss, MD (Germany) as they delve into the evolving landscape of genetic testing in nephrology. From advancements in testing methodologies to polygenic risk scores and precision therapies for genetic kidney diseases, this webinar will offer a comprehensive exploration of the rapidly evolving field.

Participants will earn 1.0 CME credit and gain insights into optimizing test evaluation, understanding clinical applications, and addressing the limitations of genetic testing. Visit the series website for CME info, to learn more, and register.

24 KDIGO Resources from 2024

Annual Roundup of KDIGO Resources

Did you see our annual list of the best KDIGO resources of the year? Check out 24 KDIGO Resources From 2024, which includes guidelines, webinars, conference reports, and educational tools.

KDIGO looks forward to an action-packed 2025, which will include new and updated KDIGO Guidelines, Controversies Conferences, podcasts, webinars, and a variety of educational resources—all designed to support clinicians, enhance patient care, and improve outcomes for people living with kidney disease. Read the 24 from 2024.

About KDIGO

KDIGO is a Belgian foundation committed to developing and implementing nephrology guidelines that improve outcomes for people with kidney disease on a global basis. KDIGO is independent, volunteer-led, self-managed, and accountable to the public and the people it serves. Learn more.