Save lives! Register to be an organ donor today
By Junaid Ahmed, MD Kidney transplantation, whether using organs from deceased or living donors, has been well established as the optimal management for patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD). Unfortunately, it is not as widely available as it should be. The OPTN recorded 5,811 living kidney donor transplants, 14,038 deceased donor kidney transplants and 789 kidney/pancreas […]
November 2, 2018
Healthy Kidneys Kidney Walk Highlights
We can’t stop sharing all the great moments we had this past weekend at the Kidney Walk for the National Kidney Foundation! Kidney Walk Highlights We can’t stop sharing all the great moments we had this past weekend at the Kidney Walk for the National Kidney Foundation! We are very grateful to everyone that came […]
Pig Jig Tampa
We are very grateful to everyone that came to the Pig Jig event this past weekend 🐖. Florida Kidney Physicians was proud to be one of the sponsors supporting this event that raises money for Nephcure, a non-profit organization committed to supporting research, improving treatment and finding a cure for the debilitating kidney disease, FSGS. […]
June 10, 2018
Healthy Kidneys Why Is Drinking Water Important?
Most people take drinking water for granted, but keeping hydrated has a huge impact on overall health. Despite how crucial water is, a significant number of people fail to consume recommended levels of fluids each day. Why Is Drinking Water Important? Most people take drinking water for granted, but keeping hydrated has a huge impact […]
Lemonade or Limeade Base
Recipe submitted by DaVita dietitian Bonnie from Texas. Portions: 10 Serving size: 3 ounces base plus 3 ounces water. Ingredients: 2-1/2 cups water. Lemonade or Limeade Base Recipe submitted by DaVita dietitian Bonnie from Texas. Portions: 10 Serving size: 3 ounces base plus 3 ounces water Ingredients 2-1/2 cups water 1-1/4 cups sugar or Splenda® sugar substitute 1/2 teaspoon finely […]
June 10, 2018
Healthy Kidneys How to keep your kidneys healthy
The kidney is one of the most important organs in our body. It is typically a two-shaped organ, located at the rear of the abdominal cavity in the retroperitoneal space. The Kidney’s are typically between 8-12 cm long . How to keep your kidneys healthy The kidney is one of the most important organs in […]
National Call Your Doctor Day
National Call Your Doctor Day is the easiest celebration on the calendar. It helps establish a baseline for many health concerns later in life and improve opportunities for identifying risk factors. National Call Your Doctor Day According to ZocDoc, 80 percent of Americans delay or forgot preventative care. The number increases to 93 percent when […]
January 18, 2018
Healthy Kidneys 6 Tips To Be “Water Wise” for Healthy Kidneys
About 60-70% of your body weight is made up of water, and every part of your body needs it to function properly. Water helps the kidneys remove wastes from your blood in the form of urine. Be “water wise” and make sure you’re drinking the right amount of water. 6 Tips To Be “Water Wise” […]
August 30, 2016
Healthy Kidneys Stocking a Kidney-Friendly Kitchen
How do you stock your kitchen for the kidney diet? Learn what to have in your kitchen to make it kidney friendly. A well-stocked kitchen can help ensure you have everything you need to cook kidney-friendly meals. Use these 14 tips to get started. Stocking a Kidney-Friendly Kitchen How do you stock your kitchen for […]