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📢 Supporting Kidney Health & Community Education! 💙
The Patient Engagement Research Lab at Houston Methodist was honored to attend and support Veronica, the TSU team, and Dr. Horacio Adrogue at the Chronic Kidney Disease: Understanding Causes, Stages, Risk Factors, and Strategies for Prevention and Management event! 🏥✨
Dr. Adrogue shared invaluable insights on CKD prevention and management, empowering patients and healthcare professionals with the knowledge needed to take action. Events like these are crucial in raising awareness and promoting early intervention for kidney health.
Together, we’re working to create a healthier future for all! 🌎💪
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🌍💙 What Does World Kidney Day Mean to Us? 💙🌍
This #WorldKidneyDay, our incredible collaborators, healthcare professionals, and patients came together to share what this day means to them. From raising awareness about kidney health to advocating for equitable access to transplantation, their voices highlight the importance of education, prevention, and support for kidney patients everywhere.
🎥 Watch as our community unites to spread hope and inspire action! Let’s continue working towards a future where everyone has access to the care they need.
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🌟 Meet Dr. Jonathan Daw, Associate Professor of Sociology & Demography at Penn State! 🎓 A champion for health equity, Dr. Daw focuses on addressing disparities in organ transplantation—particularly living donor kidney transplants. His collaboration with the Patient Engagement Lab (PE Lab) began serendipitously, and he’s since become a vital part of the team’s mission to foster equitable access to transplantation. 💚
From securing grants to contributing to impactful research papers, Jonathan is helping to shape strategies to break down systemic barriers. Beyond research, he’s a cycling enthusiast, sourdough baker, yoga lover, and enjoys gaming with his wife on their Nintendo Switch! 🚲🍞🎮
🔗 Read more about his inspiring journey and vision for expanding access to life-saving treatments: exploretransplant.org/?p=14199&preview=true
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🚨 Attention Kidney Transplant Professionals! 🚨
Join the University of Michigan Health Kidney Transplant team, in collaboration with inTandem Health and Health Literacy Media, for an insightful webinar tailored to advancing patient-centered care in kidney transplantation.
📅 Date: March 06, 2025
🕒 Time: 12:00 PM Central Time
💻 Where: Virtual Webinar
💡 Key Focus Areas:
🔹 Innovative strategies to support CMS (IOTA) program goals
🔹 Enhancing patient-centered care for kidney transplant patients
🔹 Strengthening peer support for donors and recipients
🔹 Advanced education through Explore Transplant and Living Donation
This is a must-attend session for professionals seeking to enhance care strategies and elevate patient experiences in kidney transplantation.
📍 Register today to secure your spot: 🚨 Attention Kidney Transplant Professionals! 🚨
Join the University of Michigan Health Kidney Transplant team, in collaboration with inTandem Health and Health Literacy Media, for an insightful webinar tailored to advancing patient-centered care in kidney transplantation.
📅 Date: March 06, 2025
🕒 Time: 12:00 PM Central Time
💻 Where: Virtual Webinar
💡 Key Focus Areas:
🔹 Innovative strategies to support CMS (IOTA) program goals
🔹 Enhancing patient-centered care for kidney transplant patients
🔹 Strengthening peer support for donors and recipients
🔹 Advanced education through Explore Transplant and Living Donation
This is a must-attend session for professionals seeking to enhance care strategies and elevate patient experiences in kidney transplantation.
📍 Register today to secure your spot: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1017375692240/WN_2xCAPvLZTA6L_Y77y2dP6w#/registration
Let's continue to drive meaningful change in transplantation care together!
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💚 New Must-Read Book on Living Kidney Donation! 💚
Are you or someone you love facing kidney disease? There’s a better solution—living kidney donation!
📖 "Understanding Living Kidney Donation: The Best Treatment for Kidney Disease" by Glenna Frey (with forewords by Amanda Frey & Dr. Joshua Augustine) is an essential guide for kidney patients, potential donors, and caregivers.
🔍 Inside this book, you’ll discover:
✅ How living kidney donation works
✅ Why it’s the best treatment option for CKD & ESKD
✅ Who can donate and how to start the process
✅ Risks, recovery, and long-term health outcomes
✅ How to find a kidney donor or become one
Written in clear, easy-to-understand language, this book empowers patients and donors with the knowledge they need to make informed, life-changing decisions.
🎁 Give the gift of life—get your copy today!
📲 Available now on Amazon: a.co/d/4fY5o9f
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🚨 Follow our NEW Page @livingdonationstorytelling for real-life transplant stories! 🌟
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🚨 Attention Kidney Transplant Professionals! 🚨
Join the University of Michigan Health Kidney Transplant team, in collaboration with inTandem Health and Health Literacy Media, for an insightful webinar tailored to advancing patient-centered care in kidney transplantation.
📅 Date: March 06, 2025
🕒 Time: 12:00 PM Central Time
💻 Where: Virtual Webinar
💡 Key Focus Areas:
🔹 Innovative strategies to support CMS (IOTA) program goals
🔹 Enhancing patient-centered care for kidney transplant patients
🔹 Strengthening peer support for donors and recipients
🔹 Advanced education through Explore Transplant and Living Donation
This is a must-attend session for professionals seeking to enhance care strategies and elevate patient experiences in kidney transplantation.
📍 Register today to secure your spot: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1017375692240/WN_2xCAPvLZTA6L_Y77y2dP6w#/registration
Let's continue to drive meaningful change in transplantation care together!
#KidneyTransplant #PatientCenteredCare #LivingDonation #TransplantEducation #ExploreTransplant #HealthcareInnovation #TransplantCare #ProfessionalDevelopment #HealthLiteracy #PeerSupport #KidneyHealth #HealthcareWebinar
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📢 Join Us for an Important Event on Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)!
🎯 Chronic Kidney Disease: Understanding Causes, Stages, Risk Factors, and Strategies for Prevention and Management
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm (In-person & Virtual)
📍 Location: JD Walker Community Center, 7613 Wade Rd., Baytown, TX 77521
🎤 Speaker: Dr. Horatio E. Adrogue, MD, FASN, Houston Methodist Nephrologist & Transplant Nephrologist
🌟 Learn about CKD prevention & management with Dr. Adrogue.
💼 Earn 1.5 unaccredited Community Health Worker CE credits.
💳 First 30 in-person attendees receive a $15 gift card!
✨ Register Now: Click the link: bit.ly/CBCMHRCECwebsite or scan the QR code to secure your spot!
📲 For more info:
📞 713-313-1233 | 📧 cbmhrcommunity@tsu.edu
#ChronicKidneyDisease #CKDPrevention #PatientEducation #CommunityHealth #KidneyHealth #TransplantCare #HealthEducation #BaytownEvents #FreeEvent #HealthEquity #CKDAwareness #HoustonEvents #MedicalEducation
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📢 Join Us for an Important Event on Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)!
🎯 Chronic Kidney Disease: Understanding Causes, Stages, Risk Factors, and Strategies for Prevention and Management
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm (In-person & Virtual)
📍 Location: JD Walker Community Center, 7613 Wade Rd., Baytown, TX 77521
🎤 Speaker: Dr. Horatio E. Adrogue, MD, FASN, Houston Methodist Nephrologist & Transplant Nephrologist
🌟 Learn about CKD prevention & management with Dr. Adrogue.
💼 Earn 1.5 unaccredited Community Health Worker CE credits.
💳 First 30 in-person attendees receive a $15 gift card!
✨ Register Now: Click the link: bit.ly/CBCMHRCECwebsite or scan the QR code to secure your spot!
📲 For more info:
📞 713-313-1233 | 📧 cbmhrcommunity@tsu.edu
#ChronicKidneyDisease #CKDPrevention #PatientEducation #CommunityHealth #KidneyHealth #TransplantCare #HealthEducation #BaytownEvents #FreeEvent #HealthEquity #CKDAwareness #HoustonEvents #MedicalEducation
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🌟 Meet Sarah, a fourth-year Health Psychology PhD student at UCLA with a passion for empowering patients! 💡 Her journey—shaped by personal experiences with chronic illness in her family—fuels her research on improving shared decision-making for kidney transplant patients. 💚
Under the mentorship of Dr. Amy Waterman and collaboration with the Patient Engagement Lab, Sarah is developing interventions to help patients make informed, confident healthcare decisions. 🌱 When she’s not researching, she’s exploring new trails, SCUBA diving, or capturing moments through film photography. 📸🐾
🔗 Read more about Sarah’s inspiring journey and her vision for transforming patient empowerment: exploretransplant.org/sarah-alonzi-exploring-the-intersection-of-health-psychology-and-patient-em...
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Avoid Processed Foods
🚫 Processed foods are a NO for your kidneys! Choose fresh & feel the difference. Home-cooked meals = kidney love ❤️
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INSIGHTS FROM KIDNEY RECIPIENTS, LIVING DONORS AND TRANSPLANT PROFESSIONALS
Driving Equity in Transplantation: Dr. Jonathan Daw’s Journey with the PE Lab
Written by: Souha Farhat, MD Dr. Jonathan Daw is an Associate Professor of Sociology & Demography at the Pennsylvania State University. His research focuses on health disparities in organ transplantation, and he has made significant contributions to the field through his work on living donor kidney transplantation. A Fortuitous Meeting with the PE Lab Dr. Daw’s journey with the PE …Read more
Sarah Alonzi: Exploring the Intersection of Health Psychology and Patient Empowerment
Written by Solaf Al Awadhi, MBBS, MSc., Scientific Writer I am a fourth-year doctoral student in the Health Psychology PhD program at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). My time is split between research and teaching as I work to better understand how patients navigate complex medical decisions. Whether it’s about participating in clinical trials or accessing supportive care, …Read more
2024 Highlights: Global Difference-Making and Transformative Collaborations
Written by Solaf Al Awadhi, MBBS, MSc., Scientific Writer As we close out 2024, the Patient Engagement Research Lab (PE Lab) celebrates a year marked by cutting-edge research, transformative partnerships, and impactful community engagement. It has been a year of global difference-making and transformative collaborations, driven by our mission to conduct patient- and community-engaged research that transforms healthcare, reduces disparities, …Read more