NKF Announces Dr. Jesse Roach as New SVP of Government Relations

Accomplished Health Leader and Nephrologist to Drive NKF's Legislative Agenda

Washington, DC, (7/29/2024) – The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) has named Jesse Roach, MD, as the permanent Senior Vice President of Government Relations, effective immediately. Dr. Roach had previously been serving in the role on an interim basis.

Dr. Roach, a nephrologist, is a longtime advocate for kidney health and brings an exceptional breadth of experience and knowledge to this pivotal leadership role. He is the former Chief Medical Officer for Quality Measurement at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and most recently served as Chief Medical Officer for CVS Kidney Care. He has expertise in clinical quality, health equity, and strategic collaboration will be invaluable as NKF continues to be a champion for kidney health and patients.

“As Interim SVP, Dr. Roach has already made significant contributions to NKF's Government Relations agenda and team” said Kevin Longino, CEO of NKF. “He is already active and well versed in our mission. His insights and leadership will undoubtedly enhance our efforts to champion kidney health and improve kidney equity for all. "

"I have had the pleasure of being able to work closely with the NKF throughout my career in clinical practice and government,” added Dr. Roach. “I have always been impressed with the organization’s commitment to patients with kidney disease. I am thrilled to be able to join the NKF team and look forward to continuing to work for patients."

Dr. Roach will be based in Washington D.C. and will lead the organization’s advocacy efforts including NKF’s annual Kidney Patient Summit.

About National Kidney Foundation
The National Kidney Foundation is the largest patient-centric organization dedicated to the awareness, prevention, and treatment of kidney disease. It is revolutionizing the fight to save lives by eliminating preventable kidney disease, accelerating innovation for the dignity of the patient experience, and dismantling structural inequities in kidney care, dialysis, and transplantation. For more information about kidney disease, please visit www.kidney.org/.

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