For Living Donors
Today, because the number of people waiting for a transplant far exceeds the number of donors, living organ donation is a viable option for many transplant patients. Donation can be an important but
We are dedicated to improving the quality of life of people with or at risk of kidney disease through education and patient assistance programs.
October 28th from 11-2pm: Cooking for our Kidneys
Join NMKF for our Cooking Class Fundraiser. We are excited to work with Chef Fallon Bader for this class, to teach those affected by renal disease how to make delicious, kidney-healthy meals.
Ongoing Patient Events
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Programs
Check out the projects and activities currently in progress. We welcome you to participate!
Education in Schools
Free educational program aimed at encouraging young people to make life-style choices that will decrease the incidence of kidney disease and lead to better kidney health.
Community Education
This education program is free and is offered by kidney doctors or advanced care practitioner with experience in treating patients with kidney disease to community organizations.
Patient Assistance
The program assists patients who require dental work before receiving a dental clearance for kidney transplant and do not have dental insurance.
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About Kidney Transplant
Step 1: Referral For patients suffering from renal failure on dialysis or with kidney function less than 10%, a kidney transplant can be a transforming gift. It’s an opportunity to return to a
Dialysis at glance
What Is Dialysis? The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste products from the blood. Healthy kidneys work 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When kidneys stop working, dialysis does this job,