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Our Mission Is To Cure And Stop Kidney Disease

CURING KIDNEY DISEASE THROUGH INNOVATIVE PERSONALIZED MEDICINE  

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Leading the way in kidney disease research

Translating research into personalized care

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Kidney Disease Resources for Patients

Our aim is to inform and inspire patients about innovations in research training and personalized kidney care

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What is Kidney Disease? Learn More »

Over 20 million Americans have kidney disease, and the vast number are not aware of their condition. There are many acquired and genetic causes of kidney disease. The most common causes of progressive kidney failure in the U.S. are diabetes and hypertension.

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Investigators in the VCKD are undertaking cutting edge basic and clinical and translational research aimed at treating and curing kidney disease.

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Education Learn More »

Our goal is to inform and inspire patients, professionals, and the public about innovations in research, training, and personalized kidney care.

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Meet The VCKD Members Learn More »

You can find the members of the VCKD here, as well as find a listing of our subspecialty clinics.