ANNA Gulf Coast #204

02/23/2026

You are invited to join us for an educational webinar:
Anticoagulation and Acid-Base Disorders in AKI Requiring CKRT
This webinar offers 2.0 contact hours for nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and allied health professionals. It covers key clinical considerations in managing anticoagulation and complex acid–base disturbances in patients with acute kidney injury who require continuous kidney replacement therapy (CKRT).

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02/23/2026

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast #204 Members,

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming educational event on March 5, 2026. Cortny Anderson, PharmD, BCPS, will present “Vafeso (Vadustat) Investigational Dosing: Three Times Weekly for In-Center Hemodialysis.” This program will enhance your understanding of investigational dosing strategies and review current clinical considerations.

We hope you can join us for an evening of learning, networking, and collaboration. We would also like to thank our sponsor, Akebia Therapeutics, for their support.

Event Details: 📅 Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
🕕 Time: Registration at 6:00 PM | Speaker at 7:00 PM
📍 Location: The Capital Grille – Houston City Centre�840 W. Sam Houston Parkway N, Suite 100�Houston, TX 77024
RSVP: soosan.chacko2@harrishealth.org
Seats are limited; early registration is encouraged to reserve a spot. We look forward to seeing you there.

02/23/2026

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast #204 Members,

We were pleased to have an excellent turnout for our educational meeting held on February 19, 2026. This event was an important opportunity to provide our dialysis patients with current information and practical guidance to support their ongoing care.
Our guest speaker, Dr. Ankur Rughani, delivered an in-depth presentation titled “X-Linked Hypophosphatemia Unveiled: A Guide to Diagnosis and Management.” His talk offered a clear overview of the condition, including clinical features, diagnostic considerations, and current treatment approaches. The presentation was highly informative and generated meaningful discussion, helping our patients and attendees better understand how this condition can be identified and managed.

We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to our vendor, Kyowa Kirin, for their partnership in making this educational program possible. We are also deeply grateful to our sponsors, Nikki Renfro and Stan West, for their generous support and ongoing commitment to patient education.

Thank you to everyone who attended and participated. We hope you found the program valuable, informative, and supportive of the care you provide or receive. We look forward to welcoming you at future educational events.

02/23/2026

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast #204 Members,

Thank you for all who attended the First Steps to Transplant on February 22, 2026 at Houston Methodist Hospital. Learning about the transplant journey. Listening to kidney recipents and living donors share their experiences. We want to thank National Kidney Foundation (NKF) and Sanofi for sponsoring the event.
Thank you to everyone who attended and participated.

02/13/2026

02/05/2026

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast Chapter #204 Members,

We are excited to announce our February 19, 2026, Thursday event sponsored by
Kyowa Kirin. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Ankur Rughani who will be presenting on X Linked Hypophosphatemia Unveiled: A Guide to Diagnosis and Management. We want to thank our representatives Nikki Renfro and Stan West for hosting us!
Time: Registration at 600pm
Speaker at 700pm
Location: Maggiano’s Little Italy 2019 Post Oak Blvd, Houston Tx 77056

RSVP link: http://portal.pharmethod.com/kyowakirin/register
Program ID 30382

Please use a computer for registration, as the site may be difficult to navigate on a mobile device.
NPI field = Nurse Practitioner number
SLI field = RN license number

Seats are limited—reserve yours today!
Looking forward to seeing everyone!

02/01/2026

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast #204 Members,

Our annual officers’ meeting is an important opportunity for reflection, learning, and renewal within our chapter. At this meeting, outgoing officers share the knowledge, successes, and challenges they have encountered over the past year, helping us build on their work and continue to grow as a chapter. We also formally pass the torch to our newly elected ANNA officers, recognizing their commitment, offering our support, and celebrating the leadership that will guide the ANNA Gulf Coast Chapter in the coming year.

This tradition allows us to honor the contributions of those who have served, while empowering our new officers to step confidently into their roles on behalf of our members and the nephrology patients we serve. Thank you to our 2025 ANNA Officers: Aelyn Abardo, Michael Cruz and Jae Frazier.

02/01/2026

Special Educational Presentation at Blossom Hotel sponsored by NKF. Join us for an enriching learning experience at Blossom Hotel on Friday, February 20, 2026 7-3pm.
We're bringing together an exceptional lineup of guest speakers, including:
• Dr. George Nassar
• Dr. Jonathan Barratt
• Dr. Rajeev Raghavan
• Dr. Anumudu
• Panelists…and several additional distinguished experts
This event is a wonderful opportunity to expand your knowledge, engage with nephrology leaders in the field, and connect with fellow attendees who share your passion for learning about the dialysis population.
We look forward to welcoming you and learning together. Further details in the link provided by National Kidney Foundation (NKF).

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01/20/2026

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast #204 Members,

Happy New Year to you and your family!

We were delighted to have such a wonderful turnout for our first educational event of the year on January 15, 2026. Our guest speaker, Max Holder, MSN, RN, CRNI, NE-BC, VA-BC, shared his expertise on“Reducing Hemodialysis Catheter-Related Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections.” His presentation was informative, engaging, and highly relevant to the important work we do in our dialysis departments.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our sponsors, ICUMed and team, for generously hosting this event.

We hope you enjoyed the program and found it valuable to your practice. Thank you for your continued support of ANNA Gulf Coast #204 and for all you do every day to care for our dialysis patients. Your dedication truly makes a difference.

01/06/2026

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast #204 Members,
Happy New Year to you and your family!

We are excited to invite you to our January 2026 Educational Meeting! We hope you can join us for an evening of learning, networking, and collaboration. This event is proudly sponsored by ICUMed, a partner dedicated to advancing healthcare in our community.

Our featured speaker, Max Holder, MSN, RN, CRNI, NE-BC, VA-BC, will present on:�“Reducing Hemodialysis Catheter-Related Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections”�Gain valuable insights to improve patient outcomes and enhance clinical practice.
We also extend our appreciation to Samantha Core for her support in making this event possible.

Event Details:�📅 Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026�🕕 Time: Registration at 6:00 PM | Speaker at 7:00 PM�📍 Location: Maggiano’s, 2019 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056
RSVP: Samantha.core@icumed.com

�Seats are limited—reserve yours today!
Start the new year with knowledge, networking, and a great evening. We look forward to seeing you there!

12/26/2025

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast #204 Members,

We had a wonderful time learning from Dr. Dana Mitchell about how KRYSTEXXA can change the course of uncontrolled gout. Dr. Mitchell’s insights into patient selection, treatment expectations, and long‑term disease management were incredibly valuable and thought‑provoking. We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our gracious host, Ali Witherspoon from Amgen, for organizing such a tremendous evening and creating a welcoming environment for learning and discussion.

We hope you enjoyed participating in the holiday games, taking a moment to relax, and connecting with other members of our community. Your engagement and questions helped make the event a success, and we look forward to seeing you at future programs. We want to wish you a wonderful holiday season surrounded by friends and family.


Thank you for being a vital part of our chapter community!

12/17/2025

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast Chapter #204

Gentle reminder about our annual Christmas ANNA meeting for all who RSVP! Join us for an evening filled with holiday cheer, engaging activities, and the opportunity to connect with fellow members.

We are pleased to have Dr. Dana Mitchell as our guest speaker, presenting on how KRYSTEXXA can change the course of Uncontrolled Gout. Amgen sponsors this talk. Special thanks to our gracious host, Ali Witherspoon, for making this event possible.

Event Details:

• Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM
• Location: Perry’s Steakhouse and Grill�9827 Katy Freeway�Houston, TX 77024

RSVP: Ali Witherspoon at awithe1@amgen.com or 713-301-5660

We look forward to celebrating the holiday season with you!