Nephrology News & Events
Events & Conferences
Bedros Lecture at NKF Nephrology Night - October 23, 2025
In partnership with the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) and LifeSource, we’re proud to host the Bedros Lecture during NKF’s October Nephrology Night. Join us for an evening honoring our fellow Victor Bedros, celebrating nephrology education and community connections. Reach out to [email protected] for more information.
In the News
Congratulations to our 2025 Avant-Garde Healthcare Research All-Stars!
This national recognition honors physicians whose research ranks in the top 5% for both quality and impact. We’re proud to celebrate the exceptional contributions of our faculty:
- Top 1%: Sabine Karam
- Top 2-3%: Paul Drawz, Areef Ishani
- Top 4-5%: Rasha El-Rifai, Sahar Koubar, Patrick Nachman
Well done to all of our All-Stars!
Dr. Sahar Koubar awarded the NKF Young Investigator Grant award
Dr. Sahar Koubar received an NKF Young Investigator Grant for her research project, “Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes in Pregnant Women with Alport Syndrome.” The project has been awarded funding through the 2025–26 National Kidney Foundation Research Grant Program.
Dr. Sabine Karam elected to the Board of Directors for ASON
Dr. Sabine Karam has been elected to the Board of Directors for the American Society of Onco-nephrology (ASON). Dr. Karam's extensive experience and dedication to advancing kidney health in cancer patients make her a valuable addition to the board. Her leadership and expertise will contribute to the society's mission to promote research, clinical activities, and education in this critical field.