NKF Serving Southern California and Nevada

NKF of the West

Upcoming in-person and virtual programs and events across CA, NV, OR, and WA

Nephrology Journal Club: Case Study Discussions: The Renal Enigma Series: Rare Disease Cases
May 01, 2025 06:30 PM In-Person Event, Courtyard Redwood City (CA) | Medical Professionals 
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Kidney Health with Spotlight on IgA Nephropathy
May 14, 2025 01:00 PM Virtual Event | Kidney Community
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NKF Seattle Medical Symposium
May 17, 2025 09:30 AM In-Person Event, Hyatt Regency Bellevue (WA) | Medical Professionals
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2025 Northern California Kidney Walk
Jun 01, 2025 09:00 AM In-Person Event, PayPal Park (San Jose, CA) | General Public
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Professional Programs

Designed for professionals committed to continuing their education and improving patient outcomes, the Professional Education Resource Center (PERC) offers activities courses, events and other engaging content on an array of carefully selected topics given by renowned faculty.

Understanding Disparities and Investigating the Leaks Along the Kidney Transplant Pipeline

New Date TBD

Join us for this session in the Navigating Transplant: A Guide to Empowering Your Patients series, focused on the power of collaboration between dialysis clinic professionals and kidney transplant teams. This session highlights the critical role of effective communication in supporting patients through the kidney transplant journey. By knowing the disparities that exist, where things can falter and how to address those challenges, professionals can help ensure timely referrals, shared knowledge, and a patient-centered approach, ultimately improving transplant outcomes. By strengthening dialysis-transplant professional partnerships you will be able to more effectively support and empower your patients on their path to kidney transplant.

This virtual session was planned to take place on Zoom on Mar. 26, 2025 at 12pm PT / 2pm CT / 3pm ET. We must reschedule this session for a later date (to be determined). 

Please register to receive updated information about this session. 

NKF Southern California Medical Symposium

Register for On-Demand Accesss

Register to receive the on-demand recorded sessions from the National Kidney Foundation's Southern California Medical Symposium (available March 14, 2025). Earn the full 4.5 CE/CME credits at your own convenience.

The in-person program took place on Friday, February 28, 2025 in Long Beach, CA. Thanks to the committee and faculty for putting it together, and all the medical professionals and industry experts that joined us!

Upcoming Events

We regularly host webinars for patients and caregivers as well as signature events like the Kidney Walk and Authors Luncheon. Give back to the local kidney community by attending, supporting, and fundraising with us. 

2025 Southern California Kidney Walk

Event Date and Location coming soon!

The 2025 Southern California Kidney Walk is a community event bringing together patients, caregivers, professionals, and volunteers, and is a wonderful opportunity to fundraise alongside friends, family, and peers.  Registration is open.  Stay tuned for more details including date and location.  

Here are photos from the 2024 Southern California Kidney Walk at Marina Green Park in Long Beach, CA. 

Kidney Community Programs

To keep the kidney community up to date with crucial information, we've provided resources about dialysis, transplant, palliative care, and other ways to connect and support.

Your Kidney Health with Spotlight on IgA Nephropathy

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Join our webinar Kidney Health with Spotlight on IgA Nephropathy: a virtual session for the kidney community on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1pm PT. Panel of esteemed speakers include Brian Brady, MD, Clinical Associate Professor, Medicine - Nephrology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Kelly Chen, NP, Nephrology Nurse Practitioner, Stanford Health Care, Medical Advisory Board member, IgA Foundation, Patient with IgA Nephropathy, and Ray Hsu, MD, MAS, Associate Professor of Medicine - Nephrology, UCSF School of Medicine.

Topics include:

  • How your kidneys keep you healthy
  • The spectrum of chronic kidney disease (CKD)
  • Who is at higher risk for CKD
  • Spotlight on IgA Nephropathy
  • Hear also from a patient panel

With support from Otsuka Pharmaceuticals, this virtual session takes place on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1pm PT / 2pm CT / 3pm ET. 

Kidney Community Resources

To keep the kidney community up to date with crucial information, we've provided resources about dialysis, transplant, palliative care, and other ways to connect and support.

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NKF CARES

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.

En Español

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NKF Peers

NKF PEERS is a program where kidney patients, living donors, or care partners can connect over the phone with a trained mentor. Mentors are people who have been there themselves and can help others by sharing their experiences.

En Español

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Kidney Cars

Donate your vehicle! Call 800.488.CARS (800.488.2277), schedule your pickup, and receive a tax receipt for your donation. We make donating easy. Complete the online form to start your donation. Kidney Cars turns your ride into a vehicle for change.

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Volunteer

NKF Volunteers are essential to local events! They help educate fellow kidney patients, support programs, and advocate for improvements that directly impact our community. 

Local Support Groups

Saddleback Kidney Disease Support Group (Zoom meetings)

Based in Orange County, this group meets virtually on the second Saturday of the month and the fourth Monday of the month. For more information, please contact Helen Mills, Support Group Leader, at helpforkidneypatients@gmail.com or 949.412.3210

Valley Renal Support Group (Zoom meetings)

Based in Tulare County, this group meets virtually and in-person the second Tuesday of each month from 7-8pm PT. For more information, please contact Jennifer McClung, Support Group Leader at meow.2000@yahoo.com.  All are welcome. 

Sponsor NKF Programs & Events

Partner with the National Kidney Foundation serving Southern California and Nevada. Sponsorship opportunities include signature events like the Kidney Walk and Authors Luncheon, patient & community education programs, medical professional education programs, health equity initiatives, and workplace engagement & wellness programs. Learn more about available partnerships: 

2025 NKF West Coast Sponsorship Opportunities

Local Office

220 Montgomery Street
Suite 1041
San Francisco, CA 94104
United States

Email: nkfsca@kidney.org
Phone: 818.783.8153
Toll Free: 800.747.5527