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ForwardMayo Clinic Nephrology, Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation Update for the Clinician 2027
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
Division Chairs: Harini Chakkera, M.D., M.P.H., Arizona, LaTonya Hickson M.D., Florida, Tambi Jarmi, M.D., Florida, and Vesna D. Garovic. M.D., Ph.D., Minnesota
Course Directors: Ladan Zand, M.D., and Ziad Zoghby, M.D., M.B.A.
Course Co-Directors: Hani M. Wadei, M.D., Ivan E. Porter, II, M.D., Pooja Budhiraja, M.B.B.S., Evamaria Anvari, M.D., and Raymond L. Heilman, M.D.
February 12-14, 2027 - Las Vegas, Nevada
Stay at the forefront of kidney care at the Mayo Clinic Nephrology, Hypertension, and Kidney Transplantation Update for the Clinician 2027. This comprehensive three-day course brings together leading experts to examine advances in nephrology, hypertension, kidney transplantation, and the rapidly expanding role of artificial intelligence in clinical practice. Through engaging lectures, expert-led discussions, and case-based learning, participants will acquire evidence-based strategies to enhance diagnostic accuracy, individualize patient care, optimize treatment outcomes, and confidently navigate the evolving landscape of kidney health.
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| Physicians and Scientists | $699 |
| Residents, Fellows, PAs, NPs and Allied Health | $599 |
Abstract Session - January 4, 2027
As part of the Mayo Clinic Nephrology, Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation Update for the Clinician 2027, 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 presenters, and the presenting author must attend in person.
Target Audience
This symposium 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:
- Integrate emerging evidence in glomerular disease management, including indications for newly approved and evolving therapies, to optimize patient selection and treatment outcomes.
- Apply genomic and precision medicine approaches in the evaluation of kidney diseases, including inherited nephropathies and tubular disorders, to improve diagnostic accuracy and individualized care.
- Evaluate the clinical applications of artificial intelligence in nephrology, including its role in research, hypertension management, and clinical decision support, to enhance risk stratification and patient care.
- Incorporate advances in kidney transplantation, including novel technologies and noninvasive methods for detection and monitoring of allograft rejection, into evidence-based transplant management strategies.
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.
ONLY General Session will be offered as Livestream - the Allied Health Track Sessions will NOT be livestreamed.
Mayo Clinic Nephrology, Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation | ||
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas Las Vegas, Nevada | ||
February 12-14, 2027 | ||
All Presentations in Pacific Standard Time | ||
Friday, February 12, 2027 | ||
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast and Exhibits | |
7:50 AM | Welcome Introductions | |
| GN Session 1 Moderator: Ladan Zand, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
8:00 AM | Biomarker-Guided Care in Membranous Nephropathy - Role of PLA2R Antibodies and Mass Spectrometry Shane A. Bobart, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
8:30 AM | Primary Podocytopathies in the Era of Precision Nephrology Evamaria Anvari, M.D., Mayo Clinic Arizona | |
9:00 AM | The Role of Protocol Kidney Biopsy in Management of Proliferative Lupus Nephritis Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
9:30 AM | Q and A | |
9:45 AM | Coffee Break and Exhibits | |
| GN Session 2 Moderator: Evamaria Anvari, M.D., Mayo Clinic Arizona | |
10:15 AM | Novel B-cell Therapies in Glomerular Diseases Ladan Zand, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
10:55 AM | Q and A | |
11:00 AM | Case-based Discussion: IgA Nephropathy Moderator: Ladan Zand, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester Experts: Shane A. Bobart, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida Evamaria Anvari, M.D., Mayo Clinic Arizona Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
12:00 PM | Lunch and Exhibits | |
| Innovation and AI in Nephrology Moderator: Harini A. Chakkera, M.D., M.P.H., Mayo Clinic Arizona | ALLIED HEALTH – Dialysis Moderator: Erin F. Barreto, Pharm.D., Ph.D., R.Ph., BCCCP, Mayo Clinic Rochester LIVESTREAM UNAVAILABLE |
1:00 PM | Generative AI Across the Research Lifecycle: Practical Application and Responsible Use Jaleh Zand, Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Dialysis Transitions: Preparing Patients for Kidney Failure Without Starting Too Early or Too Late Becky M. Ness, P.A.-C., Mayo Clinic Rochester |
1:25 PM | Transforming Nephrology with Artificial Intelligence Wisit Cheungpasitporn, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Dialysis Clinic Pearls: Volume, Intradialytic Hypotension, Phosphorus, Anemia, and Missed Treatments Jacque R. Wanek, APRN, C.N.P., M.S.N., Mayo Clinic Rochester |
1:50 PM | Innovation in Hypertension – Pulseless Devices and Use of AI-based Algorithms Ziad Zoghby, M.D., M.B.A., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Home Dialysis in 2026: Practical Selection, Troubleshooting, and Supporting Patient Success Andrea G. Kattah, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester |
2:15 PM | Q and A | Q and A |
2:30 PM | Coffee Break and Exhibits | |
| Hypertension Moderator: Ziad Zoghby, M.D., M.B.A., Mayo Clinic Rochester | ALLIED HEALTH – AKI Moderator: Andrea G. Kattah, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester LIVESTREAM UNAVAILABLE |
2:50 PM | Diagnosis and Management of Hypertension in Pregnancy Vesna D. Garovic, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Drug-Induced Kidney Injury: A Practical Guide for Nephrology APPs Michael A. Mao, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida |
3:20 PM | Resistant Hypertension: Integrating Novel Therapies into Contemporary Patient Care Sandra J. Taler, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | AKI in the Outpatient and Hospital Follow-Up Clinic: What Not to Miss Erin F. Barreto, Pharm.D., Ph.D., R.Ph., BCCCP, Mayo Clinic Rochester |
3:50 PM | Q and A | Q and A |
4:00 PM | Case-based Discussion: Hypertension management Moderator: Ziad Zoghby, M.D., M.B.A., Mayo Clinic Rochester Experts: Vesna D. Garovic, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester Sandra J. Taler, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
5:00 PM | Welcome Reception, Poster Session and Networking | |
6:00 PM | ADJOURN – End of Day 1 | |
Saturday, February 13, 2027 | ||
7:00 AM | Breakfast and Exhibits | |
7:55 AM | Welcome Introductions | |
| New Frontiers in Nephrology Moderator: Harini A. Chakkera, M.D., M.P.H., Mayo Clinic Arizona | |
8:00 AM
| Changing the Trajectory of CKD: From Therapeutic Promise to Clinical Reality Katherine R. Tuttle, M.D., FASN, FACP, FNKF, University of Washington | |
8:30 AM | From Kidney Organoids to Organ on a Chip: New Frontiers in Nephrology Research Navin R. Gupta, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
9:00 AM | Kidney Regeneration: Stem Cell Therapy in Nephrology LaTonya J Hickson, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
9:30 AM | Q and A | |
9:45 AM | Coffee Break and Exhibits | |
| Pathology Moderator: Ladan Zand, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
10:15 AM | How do Monoclonal Proteins Impact the Kidney? Samih H. Nasr, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
10:45 AM | Diagnostic Challenges in Pathology: Lessons from Real Cases Moderator: Ladan Zand, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester Experts: Samih H. Nasr, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester M Priya Alexander, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
11:45 AM | Lunch and Exhibits | |
| Electrolytes/Stone/AKI Moderator: Hani M. Wadei, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | ALLIED HEALTH – Transplant Moderator: Carrie A. Schinstock, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester LIVESTREAM UNAVAILABLE |
1:00 PM | Too Fast or Two Slow? Getting The Rate of Hyponatremia Correction Right Kambiz Kalantari, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Keeping the Kidney Healthy for Life Hatem Amer, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester |
1:30 PM | Management of Stones in Patients with Enteric Hyperoxaluria Mira T. Keddis, M.D., Mayo Clinic Arizona | A Practical Approach to Transplant Biopsy Interpretation M Priya Alexander, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester |
2:00 PM | Diuretics in Acute Kidney Injury: Friend, Foe, or Biomarker? Kianoush B Kashani, M.D., M.S., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Decoding HLA Testing: Understanding DSA, Crossmatches, and Eplets in Clinical Practice Somaya Zahran, M.B., B.Ch., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester |
2:30 PM | Q and A | Q and A |
2:45 PM | Coffee Break and Exhibits | |
| Onco-Neph Session Moderator: Samih H. Nasr, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | ALLIED HEALTH – General Moderator: Michael A. Mao, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida LIVESTREAM UNAVAILABLE |
3:15 PM | VEGF Inhibitors and the Kidney: Patterns of Injury and Practical Management Strategies Nelson Leung, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Closing the Gap: Improving Outcomes in Hepatorenal Syndrome Through Early Detection and Care Coordination Hani M. Wadei, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida |
3:45 PM | Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors and the Kidneys Sandra M. Herrmann, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | Hyperkalemia in CKD: Keeping Patients on Kidney-Protective Therapy Safely Kambiz Kalantari, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester |
4:15 PM | Q and A | Q and A |
4:30 PM | ADJOURN – End of Day 2 | |
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2027 | ||
7:00 AM | Breakfast and Exhibits | |
7:55 AM | Welcome Introductions | |
| ADPKD Moderator: Navin R. Gupta, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
8:00 AM | Updates in Clinical Trials in ADPKD Neera K. Dahl, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
8:30 AM | Case Review in ADPKD: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Pearls Fouad T. Chebib, M.D., Mayo Clinic Florida | |
9:30 AM | Q and A | |
| Transplantation Moderator: Hatem Amer, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
9:40 AM | Where Is Kidney Transplantation Headed? Emerging Technologies and New Paradigms Girish K. Mour, M.B.B.S., Mayo Clinic Arizona | |
10:10 AM | Updates Antibody Mediated Rejection and Microvascular Inflammation Carrie A. Schinstock, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
10:40 AM | Monitoring the Allograft in the Era of Novel Noninvasive Tools Pooja Budhiraja, M.B.B.S., Mayo Clinic Arizona | |
11:10 AM | Q and A | |
11:25 AM | Coffee Break and Exhibits | |
| Genetics Moderator: Mira T. Keddis, M.D., Mayo Clinic Arizona | |
11:40 AM | Genetic Testing in Living Donors, Who, When and Why? Mireille El Ters, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
12:10 PM | Decoding Tubulorenal Disorders: How Genetics Informs Diagnosis Felix Knauf, M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
12:40 PM | From Indication to Interpretation: Genetic Testing in CKD Filippo Pinto e Vairo, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester | |
1:10 PM | Q and A | |
1:25 PM | Closing Remarks | |
1:30 PM | ADJOURN – End of Day 3 | |
Experience unparalleled luxury at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas, an elegant oasis nestled on the south end of the famed Las Vegas Strip. Renowned for its attentive service, stylish accommodations, and serene atmosphere, the hotel provides a sophisticated retreat where guests can relax, recharge, and enjoy premier dining, wellness experiences, and easy access to the city's celebrated attractions.
A block of rooms has been reserved for attendees at a group rate starting at $399 per night, plus applicable taxes and resort fee of $45 per night. A charge of $50 will be added for each guest over double occupancy with a maximum of three (3) guests per room.
Make your reservations before the room block sells out or before the expiration date of January 19, 2027, whichever comes first. The discounted room reservation link will be included in the confirmation email after enrollment is complete.
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
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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.
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 18.75 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 Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 18.75 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 18.75 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ACPE
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this educational activity for a maximum of 18.75 ACPE Knowledge-based contact hours. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
UAN Number: JA0000238-0000-27-001-L01-P
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 18.75 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
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.
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
| Date | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| Friday | 7.25 |
| Saturday | 6.25 |
| Sunday | 5.25 |
Available Credit
- 18.75 AAPA Category 1
- 18.75 ACPE
- 18.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 18.75 ANCC
- 18.75 Attendance
- 18.75 IPCE
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| Residents, Fellows, PAs, NPs and Allied Health | $599 |
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