Join Pesh and Sara Eve on this enlightening episode of Talk Kidney to Me as they welcome Dr. Amber Paulus, PhD, RN, CPHQ to discuss the "State of CKD." Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) impacts a staggering 37 million Americans, but how effectively are we managing it? With a rich background spanning nursing, data analytics, and value-based care, Dr. Paulus leads us through a comprehensive journey from the recent past to the current landscape, offering insightful predictions for the future of CKD care over the next decade. Don't miss Dr. Paulus's expert analysis on how we can improve our approach to caring for the multitude of Americans affected by kidney disease. With Pesh and Sara Eve guiding the conversation with their trademark down-to-earth style, this episode promises to bring you up-to-date with the latest in CKD care. Tune in for an engaging and informative discussion!

Welcome to Episode 9 of Talk Kidney to Me, where we’re kicking off a fresh format and an exciting new season! As the summer sun starts to sizzle, join Pesh as he reveals his exciting travel plans to the American Transplant Congress and the Transplant Games. Meanwhile, Sara Eve dives into her love for Florida weather, sharing essential tips to help those with kidney disease stay cool and safe during these hot months. Tune in for an engaging blend of travel adventures and summer survival strategies!

Episode 8 of Talk Kidney to Me is a look into Pesh and Sara Eve's thoughts about what they have learned since the podcast launched as well as what the near future holds. During this candid conversation, they share vulnerable details and optimistic outlooks.

In this insightful episode, Sara Eve and Pesh speak with Dr. Yuvaram Reddy, a distinguished nephrologist and researcher. We talk about the current state of equity in kidney care and the possible trajectory for the future. Dr. Reddy shares his "why" for a career at the intersection of DEI and kidney care and insights from his portfolio of clinical work with the University of Pennsylvania and research with the Department of Veterans Affairs. We will hear more about the evolution of equity in kidney care as we have gained a deeper understanding of health disparities and strategies to address them. Dr. Reddy reminds us all that "It's a marathon, not a sprint," encouraging us to think bigger than individual efforts and engage in systemic advocacy to co-create a new future for everyone with kidney failure.

In episode five, we begin a series of 30,000-foot overviews of the major topic areas in kidney care. We're calling these "the state of" episodes, and this week we focus on transplantation. In an information-packed discussion with Dr. Anil Paramesh, surgical director at Tulane University, we cover where we've been, where we are, and where are headed. Dr. Paramesh highlights how regulatory practices shape practice, the real-world impact of removing race from the eGFR equation, and a frank discussion of America's high "non-use" or kidney "discard" rate. Ending on a hopeful note, we chat about how to improve living donation and innovations headed toward human trials. Catch up with the current and future states of kidney transplant in our first extended episode.

In the most vulnerable episode so far, Pesh and Sara Eve open up and talk about one of the most important aspects of life and our overall health, mental health. Pesh shares a few of the battles he has been through since diagnosis, while Sara Eve speaks about a few of her experiences and also an insight into her routines. This episode shows why mental well-being is imperative for living a healthy lifestyle.

When Sara Eve's fifteenth year in kidney coincides with a year of personal growth, she gets creative about what her contribution to kidney care might be -- only to have her plans put on hold by a natural disaster. Meanwhile, Pesh ramps up his education, awareness, and advocacy plans across multiple fronts while growing A Kidney Life. Tune into episode three to hear how divine timing brought these two together! Plus, hear about their vision for this new space in the kidney community.