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Guidelines for Sequential Participation of Transplant Recipients into Donor Intervention Trials and... McMaster University 2023 - 2024 Guidelines for Sequential Participation of Transplant Recipients into Donor Intervention Trials and Subsequent Transplant Trials Institution: McMaster...

Finding out I had PKD came as a shock. I was diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease more than 20 years ago, when I was living overseas in Dubai. My blood pressure was unstable and there were traces of blood in my urine, so tests were done to find an underlying cause. An ultrasound revealed...

Dr. Andrey Cybulsky, a professor of medicine and a clinician scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), has received The Kidney Foundation of Canada’s Medal for Research Excellence for his outstanding contributions to the field of kidney research. “I am...

Since its creation in 1996, the has been awarded annually to a Canadian resident who is recognized nationally and/or internationally for career accomplishment in kidney research. Recipients of this award are examples of Canadian research distinction. This award is a lifetime achievement, showcasing...

Over a career spanning more than 25 years, Dr. Tomoko Takano has won the respect and gratitude of her peers and patients for her steadfast commitment to advancing understanding and treatment of kidney disease. That appreciation was on full display at a December 9 reception to celebrate Dr. Takano,...

Material requests and media inquiries For material requests and media inquiries, such as interviews, statistics or updates on current issues, please contact your regional Kidney Foundation office or our National Office. Infographics Download our 2026 infographics for the latest statistics on kidney...

The Kidney Foundation of Canada partners with the MedicAlert Foundation to provide a stainless steel MedicAlert bracelet to individuals with kidney diseases who do not have the financial means to obtain one.

Medicine Hat Family will show they are stronger than kidney disease at this June’s Walk Driven by their personal journey with kidney disease. Monica Vanderhorst and her family are looking forward to participating in this year’s walk. As Kidney Walk approaches, this resilient family is excited to...

March is Kidney Health Month in Canada. If you haven’t yet considered the way your mighty kidneys impact your overall health, now is the time. Kidneys are often misunderstood and their value to overall health underestimated. Kidneys are vital organs with an important role, including removing waste...