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.
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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