Best Hal Nesbitt Podcasts (2025)

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Unpacking the Leak: FY26 HHS Passback and Kidney Health Implications (Policy Update April 2025) 18:52

4d ago18:52

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Host David White is joined by Dr. Dan Weiner, ASN Councilor and Council Liaison to ASN's policy committees, to discuss a leaked OMB "passback" document that outlines proposed significant cuts to the FY2026 HHS budget.By American Society of Nephrology

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Transition Practices in Pediatric and Adult Nephrology 3:41

9d ago3:41

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In this podcast, Dr. Vissing summarizes the main findings from his study on "Bridging the Gap: Assessing Nephrology Transition Practices in Pediatric and Adult Medical Centers" on behalf of his colleagues.By American Society of Nephrology

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Federal Leadership Confirmed: What It Means for Kidney Policy (Policy Update April 2025) 23:32

16d ago23:32

23:32

Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White discuss the recent federal confirmations at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and explore their potential impact on kidney health policyBy American Society of Nephrology

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nephSAP Guest Editor Interview: A Renaissance of Clinical Trials for IgA Nephropathy—Can the Same Occur for Membranous Nephropathy? 17:13

17d ago17:13

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In this episode, Martina McGrath, MD, FASN, talks with guest editors Laurence H. Beck, Jr., MD, PhD, and Joyita Bharati, MD, about their editorial "A Renaissance of Clinical Trials for IgA Nephropathy" from nephSAP, Vol. 24, No.1 on glomerular diseases.By American Society of Nephrology

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The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care Series: Infection prevention from the patient perspective (Guest: Quinetta Taylor, BCPA) 32:19

25d ago32:19

32:19

This episode shares a personal experience with dialysis and emphasizes infection prevention. Speakers discuss challenges in avoiding infection, its impact on routines, steps to protect during dialysis, and the role of staff in reducing infection risk.By American Society of Nephrology

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The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care Series: Best practices for dialysis technicians related to infection prevention (Guest: Danilo Concepcion, CBNT, CCHT-A, FNKF) 38:59

1M ago38:59

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This episode covers maintaining water quality for infection control in hemodialysis. Topics include AAMI standards, monitoring water quality for safety, training staff on infection control for water systems, and addressing water treatment system issues.By American Society of Nephrology

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Kidney Advocacy in Action: A Day on Capitol Hill (Policy Update March 2025) 23:37

1M ago23:37

23:37

Host Lauren Ahearn, Senior Quality & Regulatory Affairs Associate, is joined by Rachel Meyer, Strategic Policy Advisor, Dr. Suzanne Watnick, Policy & Advocacy Committee Chair, and Dr. Roz Mannon, Transplant Policy Committee Chair to discuss ASN's Hill DayBy American Society of Nephrology

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Peritoneal Dialysis Patient Transfers to Hemodialysis: Causes and Associated Risks 5:58

1M ago5:58

5:58

Data from nearly 16,000 French peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients were analyzed in this large observational study, to understand factors influencing transfers to hemodialysis for different reasons.By American Society of Nephrology

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Creatinine and Cystatin-Based Equations in People with Cancer 5:18

1M ago5:18

5:18

In this podcast, Dr. Titan summarizes the main findings from her study on "Performance of creatinine and cystatin-based equations on estimating measured GFR in people with hematological and solid cancers" on behalf of her colleagues.By American Society of Nephrology

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The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care Series: Infection Prevention Strategies Amongst In-Center and Home Dialysis Patients Related to Reducing Catheter-Related Blood Stream Infections (Guest ... 43:53

1M ago43:53

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In this second episode, experts standardize evidence-based policies to improve care, review CDC's nine Core Interventions to reduce BSI, address patient challenges in reducing BSI, and explore NHSN Dialysis Event training for better infection control.By American Society of Nephrology

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The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care Series: Preventing Infections During Transitions of Care in Dialysis (Guest: Jeffrey Silberzweig, MD, FASN) 29:54

2M ago29:54

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The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care is a four-part series developed by the ASN Nephrologists Transforming Dialysis Safety (NTDS) initiative, led by Dr. Tushar Chopra. In episode one, experts discuss infection prevention and dialysis challenges.By American Society of Nephrology

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Shutdowns & Injunctions: Tracking Policy Changes from Capitol Hill to NIH (Policy Update March 2025) 15:33

2M ago15:33

15:33

Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White dive into the latest on the possible government shutdown, an injunction blocking NIH cuts, RFK Jr.'s public comment policy change, and changes to Department of Veterans Affairs.By American Society of Nephrology

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What's Happening Now: Legal Challenges, Budget Bills, and Kidney Health Advocacy Efforts (Policy Update February 2025) 28:59

2M ago28:59

28:59

Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White discuss recent legal challenges to the Trump Administration's executive orders, the House budget bill, and ASN's upcoming advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill.By American Society of Nephrology

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GLP1 Receptor Agonists and Kidney Outcomes 5:01

3M ago5:01

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In this podcast, Dr. Mendonça summarizes the main findings from his study on "The Impact of Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists on Kidney Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trials" on behalf of his colleagues.By American Society of Nephrology

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Checks, Balances, and Executive Actions (Policy Update February 2025) 23:52

3M ago23:52

23:52

Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White provide an update and insights into the Trump Administration's recent executive actions and their impact on kidney health policyBy American Society of Nephrology

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Psychosocial Determinants for Self-Reported Health Status in Hemodialysis Patients: A Cohort Analysis of the CONVINCE Randomized Trial 13:18

3M ago13:18

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This episode focuses on a study that looks at how confidence in managing daily challenges (self-efficacy) and having support from others (social support), affect the overall well-being of people on hemodialysis and hemodiafiltration.By American Society of Nephrology

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Executive Orders and Kidney Care Policy: Navigating the Impact (Policy Update January 2025) 22:08

3M ago22:08

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Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White discuss President Donald Trump's recent executive orders and their potential impact on health care and kidney health policy.By American Society of Nephrology

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Anticoagulation and Fracture Risk in CKD Patients with Atrial Fibrillation 4:01

3M ago4:01

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In this podcast, Drs. Khan and Paik summarize the main findings from their study on "Fracture in association with anticoagulant therapy in patients with chronic kidney disease and atrial fibrillation" on behalf of their colleagues.By American Society of Nephrology

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nephSAP Guest Editor Interview: Racial Inequalities in Access to Kidney Transplantation: New Challenges, New Solutions to a Decades-Old Problem 37:50

4M ago37:50

37:50

Alice Sheridan, MD, FASN, and Martina McGrath, MD, FASN, speak with guest editors Sumit Mohan, MD, MPH, FASN, and Winfred Williams, MD, to discuss "Racial Inequalities in Access to Kidney Transplantation" from nephSAP Vol. 23, No. 5, Transplantation.By American Society of Nephrology

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A Single-Center Retrospective Study to Identify Causes of Sex Differences in the Living Kidney Donor Evaluation Process 5:43

4M ago5:43

5:43

This study examined the living kidney donor evaluation process to determine the point sex imbalance arises. There were 1,861 self-referrals, resulting in 146 approvals and 125 donations . Female overrepresentation stems from a higher self-referral rate.By American Society of Nephrology

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Comparing USRDS vs. National Death Index on Sudden Cardiac Death in Dialysis Patients 5:17

4M ago5:17

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In this podcast, Dr. Shafi and Dr. Obi summarize the main findings from their study on "Comparing USRDS and National Death Index Data on Sudden Cardiac Death in US Dialysis Patients" on behalf of their colleagues.By American Society of Nephrology

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IOTA, Transplant Policy, and End-of-Year Legislation: What You Need to Know (Policy Update December 2024) 18:24

5M ago18:24

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Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White are joined by Rachel Meyer, Strategic Policy Advisor to the Executive Vice President, to discuss the IOTA Final Rule, recent transplant legislation, and other end-of-year policy developments.By American Society of Nephrology

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Association of Kidney Function with SGLT2 Inhibitor Discontinuation 4:05

5M ago4:05

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In this podcast, Dr. Estrella summarizes the main findings from her study on "Association of kidney function with SGLT2 inhibitor discontinuation among United States Veterans" on behalf of her colleagues.By American Society of Nephrology

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Election Outcomes and Renal Realities: The Future of Kidney Care Under New Presidential Leadership (Policy Update November 2024) 15:30

5M ago15:30

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Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White discuss the outcome of the recent presidential election's potential impact on kidney health policy.By American Society of Nephrology

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Impact of Time-interval and Frequency of Hospitalization Due to Fluid Overload on Survival in Peritoneal Dialysis: Thailand Experience 4:58

6M ago4:58

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This Podcast discusses a study on the effect of fluid overload-related hospitalizations on survival in PD patients. The study found that patients hospitalized due to fluid overload within the first 12 months of starting PD had higher mortality rates.By American Society of Nephrology

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Interview with 2024 CJASN Trainee of the Year – Second Place Awardee: Dr. Mohammad Azfar Qureshi 7:32

6M ago7:32

7:32

In this podcast, CJASN Editor-in-Chief Dr. Rhee interviewed Dr. Qureshi on the findings of his study "The Association of Intra-abdominal Adhesions with Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter-Related Complications."By American Society of Nephrology

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Interview with 2024 CJASN Trainee of the Year – First Place Awardee: Dr. Christine Limonte 5:53

6M ago5:53

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In this podcast, CJASN Editor-in-Chief Dr. Rhee interviewed Dr. Limonte on the findings of her study "Associations of Biomarkers of Tubular Injury and Inflammation with Biopsy Features in Type 1 Diabetes."By American Society of Nephrology

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Post-Kidney Week Policy Update (October 2024) 21:16

6M ago21:16

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Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White discuss give a rundown of the policy related events of Kidney Week 2024 in San Diego, CA.By American Society of Nephrology

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The Time-Dependent Effect of Assistance on Peritoneal Dialysis Duration: An Analysis of Data from the RDPLF 5:30

6M ago5:30

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This episode highlights a study on the time-varying effect of assistance on risk of PD cessation using data from the RDPLF of 15675 incident PD patients. Patients treated with assisted PD had a greater risk of death and a lower risk of transfer to HD.By American Society of Nephrology

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nephSAP Guest Editor Interview: Chronic Kidney Disease Coming of Age 27:14

6M ago27:14

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Martina McGrath, MD, FASN, speaks with guest editors Paul E. Stevens, MD, and Adeera Levin, MD, to discuss their editorial "Chronic Kidney Disease Coming of Age" from nephSAP Volume 23, Number 4, Chronic Kidney Disease.By American Society of Nephrology

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Kidney Week 2024 Day 3: Late Breaking Clinical Trials 25:55

6M ago25:55

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Swapnil Hiremath, MD, MPH, FASN, joins Hiddo Heerspink, PhD, and Meg Jardine, MBBS, PhD, to discuss clinical trials presented at Kidney Week 2024, including notable findings from accepted submissions and late-breaking clinical trial sessions.By American Society of Nephrology

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Kidney Week 2024 Day 2: Innovations and Global Perspectives in Dialysis 31:06

6M ago31:06

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Leading health care professionals Edwina A. Brown, MD, MBChB, Timothy Ray, CNN, CNN-NP, DNP, NP, and Monnie Wasse, MD, MPH, FASN, share their perspectives on evolving advances in dialysis treatments and patient care in the US and across the globe.By American Society of Nephrology

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