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This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
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Division Chairs: LaTonya Hickson M.D., Florida, Tambi Jarmi, M.D., Florida, Vesna D. Garovic. M.D., Ph.D., Minnesota, and Harini Chakkera, M.D., M.P.H., Arizona
Course Directors: Hani M. Wadei, M.D., Ivan E. Porter, II, M.D., Connie J. Hemeyer, APRN, Melanie R. Harrell, P.A.-C., Christine M. Rogero, Pharm.D., R.Ph., and Ramla N. Kasozi, M.B., Ch.B., M.P.H.
Course Co-Directors: Ladan Zand, M.D., Ziad Zoghby, M.D., M.B.A., Hatem Amer, M.D., Pooja Budhiraja, M.B.B.S. and Musab S. Hommos, M.B.B.S.
February 14 - 16, 2025 - Disney's Contemporary Resort - Lake Buena Vista, Florida
The Mayo Clinic Nephrology, Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation Update for the Clinician 2025 is a two-and-a-half-day symposium designed to update participants on a range of nephrology topics relevant to current medical practice. Through a combination of lectures, literature review, and case-based presentations, this symposium delivers up-to-date and cutting-edge information that can be directly integrated into clinical practice.
This program is endorsed by the following organizations:
 | Endorsed by the American Society of Transplantation. |
Abstract Session - Deadline: December 27, 2024
As part of the Mayo Clinic Nephrology, Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation Update for the Clinician 2025, a Poster Session for presentation of original research and challenging cases dedicated to the fields of Nephrology, Hypertension, and Transplant will be held at this meeting. Accepted abstract recipients will be chosen from all abstracts received by the submission deadline. Registration is required for all poster presenters. For further information email FLA CME Abstracts.
Target Audience
This course is intended for members of the nephrology community and will be of interest to nephrologists, nephrology trainees, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, internists, primary care physicians and other specialists who participate in the care of patients with kidney disorders and kidney and/or pancreas transplants.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Recognize the value of the metabolic work up of kidney stones.
- Describe the updated evidence-based treatment of glomerulonephritis.
- Apply the current knowledge of treatment advances in hypertension.
- Review implication of GFR decline on pharmaceutical management in patient with Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Outline emerging therapies in glomerulonephritis.
- Examine the use of artificial intelligence and principles of innovation in Nephrology and Hypertension.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Mayo Clinic Nephrology, Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation Update for the Clinician 2025 |
Disney's Contemporary Resort Lake Buena Vista, Florida |
February 14-16, 2025 |
All Presentations Eastern Time |
Friday, February 14, 2025 | ||
6:45 am | Registration and Breakfast | |
7:50 am | Welcome Introductions: Love is in the air Hani M. Wadei, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida Ivan E. Porter, II, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
| How to love your Kidneys Moderators: Hani M. Wadei, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida Ivan E. Porter, II, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
8:00 am | How to love your kidneys? Sagar U. Nigwekar, M.B.B.S., M.D., Harvard Medical School | |
8:30 am
| How to spread love? Domino kidney donation and NKR. Shennen A. Mao, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
9:00 am
| Pregnancy outcome of kidney transplant recipients and donors. Andrea G. Kattah, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
9:30 am | Q&A Session | |
9:45 am | Coffee Break and Exhibits | |
| Stone Session Moderators: Ivan E. Porter, II, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida John C. Lieske, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
10:00 am | Prevalence, racial variables and dietary factors in kidney stones. Sagar U. Nigwekar, M.B.B.S., M.D., Harvard Medical School | |
10:30 am | Should I accept this donor with kidney stones? Mira T. Keddis, M.D., Mayo Clinic Arizona | |
11:00 am | How to read a supersaturation study to direct stone management. A case base presentation? Moderator: Ivan E. Porter, II, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida Panelists: Sagar U. Nigwekar, M.B.B.S., M.D., Harvard Medical School Mira T. Keddis, M.D., Mayo Clinic Arizona John C. Lieske, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
11:45 am | Q&A Session | |
12:00 pm | Lunch | |
| Concurrent Issues with Kidney Transplant Moderators: Harini A. Chakkera, M.D., M.P.H., Mayo Clinic Arizona Hani M. Wadei, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | APP: Post-Transplant Complication Session Moderators: Pooja Budhiraja, M.B.B.S., Mayo Clinic Arizona Connie J. Hemeyer, APRN, Mayo Clinic Florida |
1:00 pm | How to best predict long term kidney allograft survival? Alexandre Loupy, M.D., Ph.D., Paris Institute for Organ Transplantation and Regeneration | Common viral infections after kidney transplant. Melanie R. Harrell, P.A.-C., Mayo Clinic Florida |
1:30 pm | Pre- and Post- Kidney Transplant Weight Loss: Is GLP-1 the answer? Aleksandra Kukla, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester What | UTI Post-Transplant. Ross Powers, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida |
2:00 pm | Cancer Risk post-kidney transplant: How to mitigate? Rose Mary Attieh, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | Don’t break-up with me. Osteoporosis in dialysis and transplant patients. Pooja Budhiraja, M.B.B.S., Mayo Clinic Arizona |
2:30 pm | Q&A Session | Q&A Session |
2:45 pm | Coffee Break and Exhibits | |
| Onco-nephrology Session
Moderator: Sandra M. Herrmann, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester Pooja Budhiraja, M.B.B.S., Mayo Clinic Arizona | APP Education and Practice
Moderators: Ramla N. Kasozi, M.B., Ch.B., M.P.H., Mayo Clinic Florida Sundararaman Swaminathan M.B.B.S., M.D., Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru |
3:00 pm | I hate you: Nephrotoxicity of CAR-T and Immunotherapy. Sandra M. Herrmann, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | How to maximize the scope of APPs in the nephrology clinic? Connie J. Hemeyer, APRN, Mayo Clinic Florida |
3:30 pm
| I learned from these Onco-nephrology cases. Sandhya Manohar, M.B.B.S., Mayo Clinic Florida | Social determinants of health: How does it affect all of us? Ramla N. Kasozi, M.B., Ch.B., M.P.H., Mayo Clinic Florida |
4:00 pm | Advancements in Renal cell cancer and its management. David D. Thiel, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | Nutrition Optimization Challenges with Kidney Disease Mireille H. Hamdan, DCN, RDN, LD/N, Mayo Clinic Florida |
4:30 pm | Q&A Session | Q&A Session |
4:45 pm | Welcome Reception, Poster Session and Networking | |
6:15 pm | ADJOURN – End of Day 1 | |
Saturday, February 15, 2025 | ||
6:45 am | Registration and Breakfast | |
7:50 am | Welcome Introductions Vesna D. Garovic, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester Ladan Zand, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
| Tomorrowland Session Moderators: Vesna D. Garovic, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester Ladan Zand, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
8:00 am | Stem cell in Nephrology and Kidney transplantation LaTonya J Hickson, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
8:30 am | Artificial Intelligence in Nephrology Ziad Zoghby, M.D., M.B.A., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
9:00 am | Artificial Intelligence in Renal Pathology Fadi E. Salem, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
9:30 am | Q&A Session | |
9:45 am | Coffee Break and Exhibits | |
| Hypertension Session Moderators: Ziad Zoghby, M.D., M.B.A., Mayo Clinic Rochester LaTonya J Hickson, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
10:00 am | Hypertension in pregnancy Vesna D. Garovic, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
10:30 am | Innovative management of drug resistant hypertension Musab S. Hommos, M.B.B.S., Mayo Clinic Arizona | |
11:00 am | Hypertension case presentation. Moderator: Ivan E. Porter, II, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida Panelists: Vesna D. Garovic, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester Musab S. Hommos, M.B.B.S., Mayo Clinic Arizona Lyle W. Baker, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
11:45 am | Q&A Session | |
12:00 pm | Lunch | |
| Glomerulonephritis Session
Moderator: Ladan Zand, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester Hatem Amer, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Cases in Clinical Topics for Advanced Practice Providers Moderators: Melanie R. Harrell, P.A.-C., Mayo Clinic Florida Connie J. Hemeyer, APRN, Mayo Clinic Florida |
1:00 pm | ANCA vasculitis in 2025. Ulrich Specks, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Hyperkalemia for the APP. Michael A. Mao, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida |
1:30 pm | IgA Nephropathy Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Common pitfall in diagnosing Acid-Base disorders. Michael A. Mao, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida |
2:00 pm | C3GN and complement related disorders. Ladan Zand, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Pros and Cons of different dialysis modalities. Christopher L. Trautman, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida |
2:30 pm | Lupus Nephritis – Clinical Cases: discussion of current approach and therapeutic dilemmas Nabeel Aslam, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | Basic principles of medication dose adjustment in CKD. Christine M. Rogero, Pharm.D., R.Ph., Mayo Clinic Florida |
3:00 pm | Q&A Session | Q&A Session |
3:15 pm | ADJOURN – End of Day 2 | |
Sunday, February 16, 2025 | ||
6:45 am | Registration and Breakfast | |
7:50 am | Welcome Introductions Harini A. Chakkera, M.D., M.P.H., Mayo Clinic Arizona Musab S. Hommos, M.B.B.S., Mayo Clinic Arizona | |
| Improving Transplant Access Moderators: Harini A. Chakkera, M.D., M.P.H., Mayo Clinic Arizona Musab S. Hommos, M.B.B.S., Mayo Clinic Arizona | |
8:00 am | Not giving one IOTA!! (IOTA – Increasing Organ Transplant Access, Updates in Value Based Care) Brian M. Cruddas, M.B.A., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
8:30 am | Options for the highly sensitized patients in 2025. Martin L. Mai, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
9:00 am | Xenotransplantation: How we did it and what the future holds? Nikolaos Skartsis, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
9:30 am | Q&A Session | |
9:45 am | Coffee Break and Exhibits | |
| General Nephrology Session Moderators: Hani M. Wadei, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida Andrew J. Bentall, M.B., Ch.B., M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester
| Allied Health Session Moderators: Ivan E. Porter, II, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida Connie J. Hemeyer, APRN, Mayo Clinic Florida |
10:00 am | What’s hot and what’s new in ADPKD. Fouad T. Chebib, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | Why is my patient not getting on the transplant list? Martin L. Mai, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida |
10:30 am | What do i need to know about Amyloidosis treatment in 2025. Taimur Sher, M.B.B.S., M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | Enhancing Compliance in transplant patients. Becki F. Fischer, APRN, Mayo Clinic Florida |
11:00 am | Post-Kidney Transplant Disease Recurrence: How big is the problem? Hatem Amer, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | How best to utilize kidneys from HCV positive donors: Role of the APP. Kristen L. Ryland, APRN, Mayo Clinic Florida |
11:30 am | Q&A Session | Q&A Session |
11:45 am | How the change in GFR equation affects clinical practice. Andrew J. Bentall, M.B., Ch.B., M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
12:15 pm | Q&A Session | |
12:30 pm | Closing Remarks | |
12:40 pm | ADJOURN – End of Day 3 | |
Plan your magic escape at Disney's Contemporary Resort just steps away from Magic Kingdom park. A block of rooms has been reserved for attendees at a special rate of $389 per night plus applicable taxes and fees. Reservations must be made before the room block sells out or before the expiration date of January 14, 2025, whichever comes first. The discounted rate is available three days prior and three days after the course dates based upon availability of group rooms at the time of the request. Complimentary self-parking at the Hotel and Disney theme parks is available for all guests staying at the Hotel.
Please follow the LINK to make your reservation. The GROUP ROOM BLOCK is nearly sold out. We suggest periodically checking for room availability. Meanwhile, here are some nearby hotel options for your convenience.
*Disney's Contemporary Resort Room Cancellation Policy:*
Each individual room reservation must be confirmed and guaranteed by the attendee with a deposit equal to the full price of the room for one night. Should an attendee cancel a reservation, refund of the deposit and/or cancellation fees will be in accordance with Hotel general policy at that time.
Nearby hotel options:
Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort
1500 Epcot Resorts Blvd,
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Disney Coronado Springs
1001 W Buena Vista Dr
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Walt Disney Swan Resort
1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
1255 Epcot Resorts Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Travel
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Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 17.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 17.50 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 17.50 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAFP
Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending.
ACPE
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this educational activity for a maximum of 17.50 ACPE Knowledge-based contact hours. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
UAN number: JA0000238-0000-25-002-L01-P
IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 17.50 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 17.50 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Day | Credits |
|---|---|
| Friday | 7.25 |
| Saturday | 6.00 |
| Sunday | 4.25 |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 17.50 AAFP Prescribed
- 17.50 AAPA Category 1
- 17.50 ACPE
- 17.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 17.50 ANCC
- 17.50 Attendance
- 17.50 IPCE
On behalf of The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development and Course Directors Hani M. Wadei, M.D., Ivan E. Porter, II, M.D., Connie J. Hemeyer, APRN, Melanie R. Harrell, P.A.-C., Christine M. Rogero, Pharm.D., R.Ph., and Ramla N. Kasozi, M.B., Ch.B., M.P.H., we hope you will consider a display opportunity at the Mayo Clinic Nephrology, Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation Update for the Clinician 2025 being held February 14-16, 2025 at Disney's Contemporary Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
Use the Exhibit Form to view the prospectus and submit your exhibit form.
Please email Karen Steele with any questions.
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