IFM | Chronic Kidney Disease Care: Essential Insights for Family Physicians
Inside Family Medicine · American Academy of Family Physicians
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Show Notes
In this episode of Inside Family Medicine, host Emily Holwick discusses chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the pivotal role family physicians play in its management. In this episode we are joined by Dr. Jay Shubrook, DO, FAAFP, FACOFP and Katelyn Laue from the National Kidney Foundation (NKF). They dive into the importance of early CKD screening, the advancements in treatment, and how family physicians can collaborate with other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes. The episode emphasizes the necessity of integrating CKD care into primary care practices and highlights valuable resources for both physicians and patients. The conversation also covers patient education strategies and the utilization of a multidisciplinary care team to enhance disease management.
Topics By Timestamp
00:17 Meet the Experts: Dr. Jay Shubrook and Katelyn Laue
01:41 Dr. Shubrook's Journey in Family Medicine
02:25 Focus on Chronic Kidney Disease
03:39 National Kidney Foundation's Role
04:52 Challenges in CKD Diagnosis and Management
05:51 Advancements in CKD Treatment
07:34 Collaborative Care for CKD Patients
12:20 Strategies for Patient Adherence
13:23 Resources for CKD Support
16:40 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways
Additional Resources
https://www.kidney.org/professionals/ckdintercept
NKF Patient Journey education program kidney.org/ckd-journey
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