Introducing the For Kidneys Sake: a North West London Kidney Care podcast

Do you have a question? Send it now...This podcast is brought to you by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and North West London Integrated Care Board (NWL NHS)Introducing For Kidneys' Sake podcast, a new series hosted by Consultant Nephrologists at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Mr Andrew Frankel and Prof Jeremy Levy. In this trailer, clinical lead nurse Joana Teles, local GP, and ICB clinical lead for cardiovascular and renal disease Kuldir Johal discuss why this podcast has been created. The series is designed to bring healthcare professionals, especially those in primary care, the latest updates and insights into kidney health management.Over the years, the North West London Kidney Care team, consisting of nephrologists, kidney nurse specialists, and GPs, has worked closely to improve the integration of kidney care across primary and secondary services. Now, with this podcast, the aim is to share the knowledge and experience we've gathered to support clinicians in their everyday practice.Each episode features concise, 15-minute discussions on important topics such as the diagnosis and management of chronic kidney disease (CKD), hyperkalaemia, heart failure, and practical tips for applying local CKD guidelines. The series also highlights innovative services like the Kidney Virtual Clinic and recent improvements in funding and awareness for kidney health.Whether you’re catching up on your commute, during a coffee break, or while out for a walk, the North West London Kidney Care podcast is a convenient way to stay informed. With contributions from experts like Prof Jeremy Levy and Prof Andrew Frankel, along with special guest appearances, each episode is packed with valuable insights to help you better manage kidney health for your patients.We hope you enjoy listening.Resource Links:NICE GUIDELINES [NG203] chronic kidney disease: assessment and management Overview | Chronic kidney disease: assessment and management | Guidance | NICENorthwest London CKD guidelines for primary care Chronic kidney disease (nwlondonicb.nhs.uk) The purpose of this podcast is to inform and educate health care professionals working in the primary care and community setting. The content is evidence based and consistent with NICE guidelines and North West Guidelines available at the time of publication.The content of this podcast does not constitute medical advice and it is not intended to function as a substitute for a healthcare practitioner’s judgement.You can also join the community by signing up to our newsletter here Produced by award-winning media and marketing specialist Heather Pownall of Heather's Media Hub