CAPN is the organization for Canadian medical professionals trained in child and adolescent kidney disease diagnosis and management. We advance knowledge through participation in research studies. We educate through training programs accredited by the Royal College of Physicians of Canada. We advocate for the best clinical practices to treat patients with conditions of the kidneys and urinary tract, enabling them to reach their full potential. We are the Canadian Association of Paediatric Nephrologists. (Photo credit Kyle Pearce "Inukshuk Sunset", https://flic.kr/p/4D4wZv) Creative Commons License.
Canadian pediatric nephrology researchers are world leaders in the investigation of the basic and clinical sciences involving childhood kidney diseases.
CAPN is working throughout the year to develop initiatives that serve our community. We meet twice a year to discuss scientific, clinical, educational and advocacy issues that are important to the patients we help.
Supporting clinical excellence in the care of Canadian children with kidney disease.
Working to advance knowledge of kidney disease and health through clinical and basic science.
Supporting Canadian Paediatric Nephrology Trainees through education, research and advocacy.
Did you know that medicines in Canada are approved by Health Canada, and that many are not approved for use in children? Does it surprise you that each Canadian territory and province must decide independently which medicines to fund for kids? Read our opinion editorial on how this has resulted in health inequality for kids with kidney disease based on the geography of where you live.
Kidney Centres across the world are commemorating World Kidney Day on March 9, 2017. The theme this year is "Kidney Disease and Obesity". Check out what the pediatric centres are doing in your area to celebrate!:
Ontario is Going Orange for World Kidney Day
On Thursday March 9th, Ontario is going orange for World Kidney Day, in support of The Hospital for Sick Children's kidney research program. The iconic CN Tower, Niagara Falls, 3D Toronto sign at Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto City Hall Towers, and Mississauga's Absolute World Towers will all be sparkling with an orange glow on Thursday to raise awareness about the risks of kidney disease and the importance of maintaining kidney health. In addition to the special lightings across the city, the hospital's Division of Nephrology is hosting an all-day celebration to promote healthy living for healthy kidneys. See the SickKids link on the World Kidney Day website here.
Health Sciences Centre - Winnipeg Children's Hospital wants you to "Give your kidneys an hour a day!"
We will have a hospital display and social media blitz to encourage children and families to be active and keep their kidneys healthy. We will provide information on the association of obesity with kidney disease, as well as free resources for families to use to maintain an active lifestyle and get moving! See the Winnipeg Children's Hospital link on the World Kidney Day website here. Follow us on Twitter!
The Kidney Twin Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) tools were developed to help support children and adolescents living with CKD and kidney failure. The modules are available for the young child, older child and adolescent with chronic kidney disease, and contain a Facilitator Guide, Caregiver Guide, the module itself, and activity sheets to reinforce the concepts. The modules are free to use.
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