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Here at the Division of Nephrology, we are known for our ability to diagnose, treat and care for children with all forms of kidney disease. We offer superb clinical care and a compassionate, family-centered approach.

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CHOP performs record setting living donor kidney transplants in a fiscal year

Jul 31, 2024

CHOP credits the milestone in part to its involvement with the National Kidney Registry through a partnership with the Penn Medicine, which provides CHOP access to a large pool of potential living kidney donors.

Full Circle: 80 Years later, a CHOP kid gives back

Apr 10, 2024

80 years ago, Stan Kraftsow was treated at CHOP for a life-threatening condition. His gift will give other children full lives.

Two Research Leaders from CHOP Elected to National Academy of Medicine

Oct 9, 2023

CHOP Chief Scientific Officer Susan Furth, MD, PhD, and PEDSnet founder Christopher B. Forrest, MD, PhD have been elected to the National Academy of Medicine.

Susan Furth Receives 2023 Excellence in Care Award from National Kidney Foundation

Mar 20, 2023

CHOP’s Chief Scientific Officer contributed to the organizations guidelines for treating children with chronic kidney disease.

Large Study Identifies Risk Factors in Children with Chronic Kidney Disease

Feb 6, 2023

A new study used electronic health record data to identify risk factors associated with kidney function decline in those with pediatric chronic kidney disease.

A Warm Welcome to Our New Staff

Nov 22, 2022

Our Division of Nephrology continues to grow, with several new team members. See below to meet our new fellows and advanced practice providers.

News at CHOP: Fall 2022

Nov 16, 2022

Meet three new division chiefs and more news and updates from CHOP.

For Kids With Kidney Disease, Pediatric Expertise Is Key — But Not Always Close By

Sep 2, 2022

Dr. Sandra Amaral, attending physician in CHOP’s Division of Nephrology and the Kidney Transplant and Dialysis Program, led a study recently published in JAMA that found an association between dialysis facility ownership and access to the waiting list and transplant in pediatric patients with end-stage kidney disease in the United States. The findings were covered in this Kaiser Health News article.

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Appoints New Chief of Nephrology

Jul 6, 2022

Benjamin Laskin, MD, an expert in kidney disease and infection in immunosuppressed children, will fulfill new leadership role.

Kidney-friendly Granola Bar Recipe

Apr 20, 2022

Check out this kidney-friendly recipe for granola bars developed by our very own, in-house chef educator Paige Vondran.

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