Florida Society of Nephrology

17/12/2025

Join us for the Business of Nephrology, a half-day program designed to deliver practical insights on the financial, operational, and strategic challenges facing nephrology practices today.

This comprehensive session brings together national leaders, legal experts, and industry partners to help you navigate evolving payment models, compliance requirements, and practice structure, while identifying new opportunities for growth and collaboration.

Participation in the Business of Nephrology sessions may be selected during registration. These sessions will take place on Friday, January 16, from 12:00 – 5:00 PM, and include lunch for registered participants. Advance selection is encouraged to ensure adequate seating and meal planning.

Learn more and register: www.floridasocietyofnephrology.com/event/FSN2026

15/12/2025

Supporting the Future of Nephrology in Florida

The Florida Society of Nephrology is proud to continue its longstanding commitment to Nephrology Residents and Fellows while honoring excellence in kidney research.

18th Annual Robert Geronemus Memorial Renal Research Competition will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026 from 11:50 AM – 12:30 PM.

Finalists will present their research during the meeting:

Characterizing Desmopressin’s Sodium-Lowering Effect in Patients Undergoing Kidney Biopsy (Brooke Alexander, DO University of Miami Miller School of Medicine)

Delayed Graft Function After Deceased Donor Kidney Transplant (Issa Haddad, MD UF Health)

Active Cigarette Smoking and Renal Arteriosclerosis – Daniel Del Castillo Rix, MD (Jackson Health System)

04/12/2025

Background screening requirements now apply to all physicians

Beginning July 1, 2025, all physicians renewing their license must complete the updated background-screening and fingerprinting requirements under HB 975 (2024). This change removes previous exemptions for physicians licensed before 2013.

Processing times are already delayed.

Physicians are encouraged to start early to avoid renewal issues.
Learn more from the Florida Medical Association.

https://www.flmedical.org/florida/Florida_Public/News/2025/Background-screening-requirements-2025.aspx

27/11/2025

On this day of gratitude, FSN honors the nephrologists, nurses, advanced practice providers, and healthcare teams who serve Florida’s kidney patients with dedication and compassion.

Thank you for all you do. Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving.

21/11/2025

Join us for the 59th Annual Florida Society of Nephrology Meeting, where innovation, collaboration, and clinical excellence come together.

This premier event brings nephrology professionals from across Florida to explore the latest advancements in kidney care, connect with leading experts, and earn valuable CME credits.

Experience a dynamic weekend of learning, networking, and inspiration in vibrant West Palm Beach as we work together to advance the future of renal care.

Learn More www.floridasocietyofnephrology.com/event/FSN2026

05/11/2025

Milestone Moment!

We are proud to highlight that the Transplantation at Mayo Clinic in Florida has performed its 10,000th transplant since the program began in 1998.

This extraordinary achievement speaks directly to the impact of transplantation on kidney health and patient lives.

Let’s celebrate this achievement and honor the donors, families, clinicians, and patients whose journeys reflect hope, healing, and resilience.

On October 29, the Transplant Center at Mayo Clinic in Florida celebrated its 10,000th transplant since launching in 1998 — a powerful testament to lives transformed through organ donation.

With over 465 procedures performed in 2025 alone, Mayo Clinic continues to lead in multiorgan transplants and care for complex conditions across its campuses in Florida, Arizona, and Minnesota.

“Every transplant tells a story of teamwork, trust, and commitment,” says Dr. Burcin Taner, Chair of Transplantation. “Together, we're shaping the next era of transplantation — one defined by innovation, collaboration, and compassion.” Read more: https://mayocl.in/4pcmaOL

31/10/2025

Incredible example of compassion and leadership in action.

Actor Jesse Eisenberg is donating a kidney to a stranger this December, turning his long-standing commitment to giving blood into an extraordinary act of generosity.

More than 90,000 people in the U.S. are currently waiting for a kidney transplant. Stories like this remind us of the profound impact one person can make.

https://www.today.com/health/news/jesse-eisenberg-donating-kidney-rcna240753

The "Now You See Me: Now You Don't" star shared the news of his upcoming altruistic kidney donation on TODAY.

23/10/2025

Join the Florida Society of Nephrology for our 59th Annual Meeting, taking place January 16–18, 2026, at the Hilton West Palm Beach.

This premier conference provides a dynamic forum to explore cutting-edge developments in kidney disease treatment while fostering meaningful collaboration among nephrology professionals.

We’re proud to welcome a distinguished lineup of speakers who are highly respected in their fields and recognized for their contributions on both a national and international level:

Gerald Appel, M.D. - Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Alessia Fornoni, M.D., Ph.D. University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

Crystal A. Gadegbeku, M.D. Cleveland Clinic

Nelson Leung, M.D. Mayo Clinic

Glen Markowitz, M.D. Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Robert A. Montgomery, M.D., D.Phil., FACS - NYU Langone Health

Brad H. Rovin, M.D., FACP, FASN - The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Register today and be part of an event that brings together the brightest minds in nephrology.

https://www.floridasocietyofnephrology.com/event/FSN2026

10/10/2025

President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” will cut $3.8 billion from Florida’s health care system, with that money primarily affecting Florida hospitals.

Here's how the federal government's changes could affect Florida's hospitals.

08/10/2025

The National Kidney Foundation of Florida celebrates its 40th Annual NKF Rich Salick Pro-Am Surf Festival happening October 10–13, 2025!

Join the excitement on Cocoa Beach as the kidney community comes together for four days of surf, sun, and support for kidney health awareness.

Learn more and get involved https://nkfsurf.com/

22/09/2025

Three major hospital systems have challenged a new state proposal about approving organ-transplant programs, alleging it does not include adequate safeguards for quality of care.

Tampa General Hospital, UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville and Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami filed the challenges after the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration in August issued a proposed rule for transplant programs.

The challenges, filed this month at the state Division of Administrative Hearings, came after years of debate and disputes about approving transplant programs.

Click here to read the full story: https://www.floridasocietyofnephrology.com/news/710613/Hospitals-Challenge-Transplant-Proposal.htm