Case Summaries
The deadline for case summary submission is December 9, 2024 at midnight pacific time.
Nephrology Fellows (pediatric)
Pediatric Nephrology Fellows training in a pediatric or medicine/pediatrics training program are invited to submit a 1-3 page case summary describing an unusual case (PD, HD, or CRRT). Cases should be organized so they lead to one or more management questions which will be presented to a select group of Pediatric Faculty (consultants). The three best cases will be selected for presentation in the Stump the Consultants Session on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
Authors of the 3 selected cases will be awarded free registration and $500. In addition, pending available funds, all Fellows submitting cases, whether selected for presentation or not will receive waived registration fees for the conference.
Program Director letters are not required for pediatric case summaries.
The deadline for case summary submission is: December 9, 2024 at midnight pacific time.
Please note: Pediatric Fellows submitting abstracts to the poster sessions are Not eligible for consideration for a waiver of registration fees. Waiver of registration is limited to pediatric nephrology fellows who submit case summaries to the Stump the Consultants session.
Nephrology Fellows (non-pediatric)
Nephrology fellows are invited to submit a 1-2 page case summary of a challenging or unusual dialysis experience. The authors of the top 6-8 cases will be selected to present their cases in the Fellows Forum Session. Funding of airfare, 2 nights hotel and registration will be awarded to the 6-8 selected fellows chosen to present their case. The presentations during the conference are judged by a panel of judges and a winner is chosen based on the collective scores from the judges. A $500 award will be presented to the winner.
For those submitting cases but not selected for presentation, funding for registration and 2 nights hotel will be available on a first come first serve basis. Fellows receiving funding will be required (but not limited to) attend the below sessions.
A letter must be uploaded indicating your desire to apply for the case summary funding. The letter needs to be signed by your nephrology fellowship program director and verify that you are a fellow.
Fellows submitting abstracts will not be considered for the funding for Fellow Case Submission unless a case was submitted separately.
The case summary submission deadline is December 9 at midnight pacific time.
Nephrology Fellows (non-pediatric) Required Sessions:
Friday, March 14, 2025
Session 16: Workshop: Tailoring Sodium Prescription Strategies for Hypertension and Hypotension
4:30-5:30 pm
Peritoneal dialysis (PD) prescriptions require ongoing monitoring that extends beyond solute clearances. Adjustment of ultrafiltration involves a complex interplay of factors including membrane classification, osmotic agents employed, duration of PD exchanges, blood pressure and the patient’s cardiac health. A comprehensive understanding of solute and water transport is crucial to effectively manipulate these variables to individualize care and prevent complications. This workshop will utilize a case-based approach to delve into these critical issues.
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Session 19: Update on Selected CKD and ESRD Medications
8:00-10:00 am
8:00 Case Presentation 1: Medications to Manage Anemia in CKD
8:25 Case Presentation 2: Potassium Binders
8:50 Case Presentation 3: Hyperphosphatemia
9:15 Case Presentation 4: Weight Loss and Diabetes
9::40 Q and A
10:00 Break
Session 26: Fellows Forum
2:00-4:00 pm
This session starts with a brief keynote presentation followed by an interactive educational forum where nephrology fellows present challenging and intriguing clinical cases to their peers and faculty members. In this session, fellows demonstrate their diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision-making and knowledge of nephrology. Each case presentation typically includes the patient history, examination, findings, diagnostic challenges, management strategies and outcomes.
The session encourages discussion and feedback from attendees, fostering a collaborative learning environment where fellow can gain insights from experienced nephrologists, explore different approaches to patient care, and stay updated on best practices. It also provides an opportunity for fellows to enhance their presentation and communication skills, critical for their professional development.
The presentations are judged by a panel of judges and a winner is chosen based on the collective scores from the judges
2:00 Keynote Presentation - TBA
2:30 Presentations of Fellows Submitted Cases
4:00 Break
4:00-4:30 pm Break
Session 27: Fellows Session (Group Activity – Jeopardy) Open to all participants
4:30-5:30 pm
Dialysis Jeopardy is an interactive game based on the popular TV show where participants answer questions across various categories related to dialysis. From clinical guidelines and patient management to the latest research and technological advancements, this event provides an opportunity to test your knowledge, learn from your peers, and discover new insights in nephrology while having some fun! The questions are carefully crafted to challenge your understanding and encourage collaboration with the dialysis team.
In addition to nephrology fellows, we encourage all nephrology providers, including nephrologists, nephrology nurses, dialysis technicians, and renal dietitians, to form teams and join us for this fun and exciting event. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a budding expert, Dialysis Jeopardy promises to be an engaging and informative experience for all.