Mailing Address Only:
National Kidney Foundation - KS, W.MO
9218 Metcalf Ave. #424
Overland Park, KS 66212
Community Events
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Camp ChiMer Day Camp
Saturday, August 19 - Sunday, August 20
Camp ChiMer is a 2-day, Day Summer Camp for children ages 9 to 18 developed with the goal to create an opportunity for children with end stage renal disease to participate in a camping experience and develop peer relationships, regardless of their medical needs.
Help Sustain this Program -- Donate
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2023 Kidney Walk Kick Off
Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 5:30 pm CT
Kick off the 2023 fall Kidney Walk season with tons of fun and yummy appetizers at Chicken 'N Pickle in Overland Park. We're ready to celebrate Kidney Walk and YOU!! Meet other Walkers, get tips and tricks to lead your team to success, and have some fun!
Professional Resources + Education
Renal Roundtable programs
A PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION AND NETWORKING PROGRAM
Renal Roundtable programs are locally-based professional education events that bring together nephrologists and advanced practice clinicians for an opportunity for a collegial exchange of ideas and open dialogue amongst local nephrology professionals.
Featuring compelling presentations and roundtable discussions with nationally renowned experts in the field - on cutting edge, and sometimes controversial issues, relevant to their practice - these non-accredited programs allow for the sharing of case studies, common experiences, and best practices.
Hosted by the NKF Medical Advisory Board of Kansas City
Upcoming Dates
Featuring Dr. Silvi Shah, MD, MS, FASN, FAST, FACP, FNKF; UC Health and the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Title: Application of Artificial Intelligence in Dialysis Care: essentials and use cases
Featuring Dr. Peter Kotanko, MD, FASN; Renal Research Institute and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024
Title TBD: Onco-nephrology: Nephrotoxicity of new cancer agents
Featuring Dr. Sandra Herrmann, MD, FASN; Mayo Clinic - Division of Nephrology & Hypertension, Department of Internal Medicine, Dept. of Onco-Nephrology
CNSW Quarterly Connect
Hosted by the CNSW of Kansas & Western Missouri
(Council of Nephrology Social Workers)
Date: TBD Fall 2024
Email JoAnna.Rogers@kidney.org to be added to the local Chapter's listserv to be notified of future meetings.
CNSW Local Chapter Programs
Hosted by the CNSW of Kansas and Western Missouri (Council of Nephrology Social Workers)
In partnership with the CNSW of the Pacific Northwest
Date: Thursday, June 20, 2024
Location: Virtual, Streaming via Zoom
Download Program Flyer.
Resources for Patients + Support People
¿Tiene preguntas sobre la enfermedad renal? ¡Podemos ayudar!
Nuestra línea de ayuda de información NKF Cares, ofrece apoyo a las personas afectadas por enfermedades renales, donación o trasplante de órganos. Está diseñado solo para pacientes, familiares y sus cuidadores. Hable con un especialista que responderá sus preguntas y escuchará sus inquietudes. Esto está disponible en inglés y español de lunes a viernes de 9am a 7pm, hora del este.
Have questions about kidney disease? We can help!
Our Patient Information Help Line, NKF Cares, offers support for people affected by kidney disease, organ donation or transplantation. It's designed just for patients, family members and care partners. Speak with a trained specialist who will answer your questions and listen to your concerns. This is available in English and Spanish Monday–Friday, 9am–7pm ET!
Get Involved with NKF
There is no "us" without "you". Give, volunteer, or advocate to help win the fight against kidney disease.
Want to get involved?
Are you interested in joining a committee or learning about our board of advisors?
Opportunities in Kansas or Missouri, contact Betti Guzman at Betti.Guzman@kidney.org
Opportunities in Oklahoma, contact Cara McKinney at Cara.McKinney@kidney.org
Local Office
Mailing Address Only
9218 Metcalf Ave. #424
Overland Park, KS 66212
United States