Can your BMI affect whether you are eligible for a kidney transplant?

For many people living with chronic kidney disease and dialysis, weight is not simply about health advice — it can directly influence access to transplant surgery.

In Part 1 of this two-part series, Dee Moore explores the realities of weight, BMI thresholds, and transplant eligibility.

Joined by Dr Adrian Brown, Associate Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, NIHR Advanced Fellow, and Senior Specialist Weight-Management and Bariatric Dietitian, this episode unpacks:

• How BMI is used in transplant decision-making

• Why weight can influence surgical eligibility

• The challenges dialysis patients face when trying to lose weight

• The emotional impact of weight-related conversations

• The importance of patient advocacy

For many kidney patients, these discussions can feel overwhelming and deeply personal. This episode aims to bring clarity, compassion and understanding to a complex topic.

📌 This is Part 1 of a two-part discussion. In Part 2, we explore GLP-1 medications, weight loss treatment options, and what kidney patients need to consider when navigating transplant eligibility.

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The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

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