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An informative exchange of questions and answers on various kidney issues with Dr. Balasubraniam

As kidney warriors, we are often plagued by many doubts and worries. Due to lack of time or resources, we may not get a chance to get them addressed during our routine doctor appointments. In this fifth episode of the Kidney Warrior educational series, we got a unique opportunity to get answers from Dr. Raju Balasubramaniyam to several pertinent questions. The exclusive question and answer session was hosted on 8th September 2020 by KWF, and moderated by Maryann Manasseh and Shantanu Saha.

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Kidney warriors speak about their life experiences with CKD

Patients with CKD, undergoing dialysis, or post-transplant, have to deal with various issues and complications related to disease management. While health issues assume priority, dealing with work related matters, concerns about a career, managing finances, etc. are also issues that require equal attention. Being able to successfully strike a balance between all these will ensure a happy and stress-free life, keeping one motivated to remain active and productive in spite of kidney disease. 

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HLA and Antibodies

Our third event, the first one in Hindi, was on a highly specific area related to the preparation for kidney transplantation. This episode was hosted by MaryAnn Manasseh who was joined by Harshit Bhatia, a transplant recipient and member of KWF.  In this episode, Dr. Amit Langote, Nephrologist at Apollo Hospital, Mumbai, educates us about HLA and Antibodies and the role they play in transplant.

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Insights and progressive developments in transplantations in India

The second event in our series of educational webinars on 29th August 2020, sought to educate the warriors on why transplant is the best treatment for ESRD patients. The webinar hosted by MaryAnn Manasseh, gave us an insight into the progressive development in transplantation in India. Dr. Sundar Sankaran, renowned Nephrologist from Manipal Hospitals, Bengaluru is head of International transplant services, and also founder member of various other Nephrology organizations. He explained how a transplant enables one to lead a near normal life with improved physical and mental health.

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