The British Transplantation Society and the UK Kidney Association have issued an updated guideline for shingles vaccination, broadening the scope of protection for vulnerable patients. Here's what you need to know: Expanded Eligibility Age Recommendations: Individuals aged 60-79 are advised to...

The UK Kidney Association (UKKA) proudly announces the appointment of four distinguished individuals as honorary members following the recent Annual General Meeting held on November 1st, 2023.These new honorary members, Professor Claire Sharpe, Karen Jenkins, Helen Hurst, and Professor Neil Sheerin...

Join the UKKA's newest Professional Group: The Physical Activity, Wellbeing and Rehabilitation (PAWR) Group and become part of a UK network of professionals researching and working clinically in physical activity, wellbeing and rehabilitation.This group meets annually to discuss research and its...

Advanced Nephrology Course (ANC) 20242 April 2024 → 6 April 2024Corpus Christi College, OxfordThe ANC, organised by the UK Kidney Association, serves as a cornerstone in the education of nephrology trainees both in the UK and internationally, offering a comprehensive platform for learning and skill...

We are thrilled to announce and extend our heartfelt congratulations to two exceptional individuals who are taking on pivotal roles within the UK Kidney Association as Clinical Vice Presidents.Please join us in welcoming Jim Burton and Lisa Ancliffe to the UKKA Board of Trustees.Lisa Ancliffe...

Expressions of interest are sought for a course director for the Advanced Nephrology Course.This long-running and highly popular course is a key part of the UK Kidney Association’s (UKKA) educational provision that covers topics relating to the kidney curriculum and exams.This role will involve...

The UK Kidney Association (UKKA) is calling upon passionate individuals to express their interest in joining the UK Kidney Week (UKKW) Programme Committee. This committee plays a pivotal role in shaping the annual conference, ensuring it remains a cornerstone event for the professional kidney...

In response to the rescheduling of the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) exams, the organizers of the UK Advanced Nephrology Course (ANC) have announced an opportunity for aspiring nephrologists to bolster their knowledge. The eagerly anticipated physical gathering of the ANC, originally slated for...

The national Kidney PREM is being collected across the UK for eight weeks from the 11th September – 6th November 2023.This year the collection of Kidney PREM will be going digital only.This means there will be no paper versions of the PREM delivered to units. We will still be sending out PREM...

The UKKA announces with regret the death of Professor Stewart Cameron, Emeritus Professor of Nephrology at Guy’s Hospital. He was one the giants of UK nephrology, indeed of world nephrology. Uniquely he had been President of the Renal Association, ERA-EDTA, and the International Society of...