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Identification of a Chronic Lower Extremity Wound in a Patient With a Mechanical Valve
04/14/2026
Rachel Blansfield, BS; Nicholas Jennelly, MD; Thomas N. Helm, MD
A 54-year-old woman with a history of mitral valve replacement and warfarin therapy presented to the emergency department with worsening right lower extremity pain.
04/14/2026
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Firsekibart Outperforms Colchicine for Preventing Gout Flares During Urate-Lowering Therapy
12/22/2025
Ashton L. Stahl
Initiation of urate-lowering therapy (ULT) is frequently complicated by acute gout flares, and the need for safe and effective prophylaxis remains a challenge in clinical practice. A new phase 2 trial from...
12/22/2025
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Does Epaminurad Safely and Effectively Lower Serum Urate in Gout?
11/24/2025
Ashton L. Stahl
In a 12-week, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 2b trial, the selective hURAT1 inhibitor epaminurad produced rapid, dose-dependent reductions in serum urate in adults with...
11/24/2025

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Complications of Nephropathic Cystinosis
11/17/2025
Jessica Ganga
Nephropathic cystinosis is a rare disease that may lead to the development of other diseases and complications in patients. Do you know some of the complications that can develop in patients due to...
11/17/2025
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Is Gout Being Effectively Treated in Patients With Kidney Disease?
09/09/2025
Miranda Manier, BA
Gout is a common complication for patients with kidney disease, but treatment challenges persist. How familiar are you with current care patterns and gaps?
09/09/2025
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Understanding Gastrointestinal Complications in Nephropathic Cystinosis
08/14/2025
Anthony Calabro, MA
Gastrointestinal complications are nearly universal in nephropathic cystinosis, yet their multifactorial origins and clinical impact are often underrecognized. Test your knowledge on the mechanisms,...
08/14/2025
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Alcohol and Chronic Liver Disease: What’s the Safe Limit?
05/26/2025
Miranda Manier, BA
Alcohol use plays a significant role in liver-related deaths, but even small amounts can exacerbate chronic liver disease. Are you aware of the latest findings on alcohol and liver disease management? Take...
05/26/2025
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The Lupus Nephritis Classification System
11/26/2024
Jessica Ganga
There are six classes within the lupus nephritis classification system, which are based on kidney biopsy findings. Do you know each class of lupus nephritis? Take this quiz to test your knowledge!
11/26/2024

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Eric Gottlieb, MD, MS
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Estimated GFR With Cystatin C and Creatinine in Clinical Practice
11/20/2024
Eric Gottlieb, MD, MS
In this video, Eric Gottlieb, MD, MS, discusses the use of cystatin C vs creatinine to estimate glomerular filtration rate in diverse patient populations and how the use of cystatin C to estimate GFR can...
11/20/2024
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James Matera, DO
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The Histologic Classification of Lupus Nephritis
11/19/2024
James Matera, DO
In this video, James Matera, DO, discusses work-up over several years in a 25-year-old woman with lupus nephritis, including treatment approach considerations and the varying histologic classifications of...
11/19/2024
NUTRITION411: THE PODCAST, EP. 45
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NUTRITION411: THE PODCAST, EP. 45
Advanced Nutritional Strategies for Patients With Renal Disorders
10/25/2024
Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND
In this podcast episode, Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, interviews Kimberly Snodgrass, RDN, LD, FAND, a renal care coordinator at Fresenius Medical Care, on advanced nutritional strategies that dietitians...
10/25/2024
Nutrition411: The Podcast, Ep. 44
Snodgrass
Nutrition411: The Podcast, Ep. 44
Navigating the Challenges of Dietary Management in Patients With Common Renal Conditions
10/17/2024
Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND
In this podcast episode, Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, interviews Kimberly Snodgrass, RDN, LD, FAND, a renal care coordinator at Fresenius Medical Care, on how dietitians can effectively address some...
10/17/2024
Nutrition411: The Podcast, Ep. 43
Kimberly Snodgrass
Nutrition411: The Podcast, Ep. 43
Managing Key Nutrients in Patients With Renal Disease
10/14/2024
Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND
In this podcast episode, Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, interviews Kimberly Snodgrass, a renal care coordinator at Fresenius Medical Care, on how dietitians can help patients with renal disease manage...
10/14/2024