DaVita Research Centers on Upstream CKD Management; Access & Equity during ASN’s Kidney Week 2024

Posted by: DaVita Clinical Research

DENVER and SAN DIEGOOct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — DaVita Clinical Research (DCR), a leading innovator in kidney care research and wholly owned subsidiary of DaVita Inc., will present the results of five innovative research projects at the American Society of Nephrology (ASN)’s annual Kidney Week meeting, which is currently underway in San Diego, CA. With a focus on improving racial equity in transplantation and key measures of clinical quality such as hospitalizations, DCR works to tackle pressing issues in nephrology that affect diverse populations.

The poster presentations include:

  • Nephrologist Visits Lower Rates of Hospitalization, Mortality, and ESKD Transition in CKD Patients
    Authors: Steph KarpinskiMichael O’SheaSteven M. Brunelli

  • Racial Disparities Exist in the Transplant Process among Hispanic Patients on Dialysis
    Authors: Adam G. WalkerCarey ColsonDanelle Radney, Unini Odama, Will MaixnerFrancesca TentoriSteven M. Brunelli

  • Association of Heavy Precipitation with the In-Center Dialysis Treatment Absenteeism
    Authors: Adam G. Walker, Carey ColsonScott SibbelMesbah AhmadFrancesca TentoriSteven M. Brunelli

  • Early Clinical Indicators of ESKD Transition or Renal Recovery in AKI-Dialysis Patients
    Authors: Scott SibbelClaire RyanCarey ColsonCicely GibsonIrina GoykhmanFrancesca TentoriSteven Brunelli

  • Systolic Blood Pressure Threshold and Clinical Outcomes in CKD 4/5 Patients
    Authors: Jiacong Luo, Claire RyanScott SibbelCarey ColsonGilbert MarloweMichael O’SheaFrancesca TentoriSteven M. Brunelli

“Kidney Week offers a unique opportunity to share groundbreaking research and foster meaningful dialogue within the nephrology community,” stated Dr. Brunelli, vice president of health analytics and insights at DaVita. “Our findings support our unwavering commitment to enhancing upstream CKD care management, preventing kidney failure and promoting health equity. We look forward to engaging with attendees on these critical issues as DaVita strives to make a positive impact for patients.”

ASN Kidney Week attendees can visit booth #821 at the San Diego Convention Center for more information about DaVita and DCR. Representatives from DCR are on-site at Kidney Week to discuss the research findings, DCR’s focus and intentions behind their studies, and the opportunities for clinical research through the CKD and Rare Disease Network.

Throughout the event, DaVita will share highlights and updates on social media. Follow @DaVitaDoc on X to learn more and engage with content from the meeting.

About DaVita Clinical Research
DaVita Clinical Research (DCR), a wholly-owned subsidiary of DaVita Inc., is the research arm of DaVita. DCR innovates through retrospective research aimed at improving clinical outcomes. DCR assists pharmaceutical and medical device companies in the design, recruitment and completion of clinical trials using its renal research site network. To learn more about DCR, visit DaVitaClinicalResearch.com.