The Art of Reducing Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease (2024 AC LIVE)

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Learning Objectives:

Evaluate the efficacy of pharmacological interventions such as ACE-i, ARB, MCA, SGLT-2, GLP agonist in relation to slowing the progression of Chronic kidney disease
Implement multimodal approaches for Chronic Kidney disease management, explore the benefits of integrated strategies including blood pressures reduction, dietary protein restriction and bicarbonate therapies, in conjunction with pharmacotherapies.
Translate evidence based guidelines into clinical practice, analysis the current KDIGO guidelines for the management of Chronic Kidney Disease in diverse patient populations.

David I. Somerman, DO, FACOI (he/him/his)

Nephrologist

Hypertension and Kidney Specialists

Dr David Somerman, DO is a practicing Nephrologist with Hypertension and Kidney Specialists, in Lancaster, PA. He is services as Medical Director for a Davita Dialysis Center, Chief of Nephrology of Penn State Lancaster Medical Center and work within the University of Pennsylvannia health system, Lancaster General Hospital.

David S. Levy, DO, FACOI, FASN (he/him/his) (Moderator)

Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine

University of Rochester School of Medicine

David S. Levy D.O., FACOI, FASN. Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine and Associate Director of Informatics, Department of Medicine, at the University of Rochester School of Medicine in Rochester New York. Analytical and accomplished physician, with a proven track record of formal teaching, leadership and clinical expertise in internal medicine and nephrology. Strong ability to provide effective management of clinical operations including supervising diagnostic and medical processes, developing protocols and ensuring compliance with regulations. Epic Certified Physician Builder with solid training in building systems within medical records to increase physician efficiency and track quality metrics of patient care. Experience in improving patient care procedures. Strategic problem-solver with a passion for collaborative mentorship and relationship building.