Simple Screening; Big Impact: Kidney Care Around the Globe

April 29, 2026

Chronic kidney disease affects 10% of the world’s population, including 37 million adults in the U.S.; 90% of those impacted may be unaware they are afflicted with the condition. In this episode, Marcello Tonelli, President of the International Society of Nephrology, sits down to share opportunities for early intervention, improved screening practices, and how kidney care fits into the broader cardio-kidney-metabolic (CKM) framework.

Tune in to learn how global organizations can best support their employees to improve health outcomes, and the bottom line.

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Marcello Tonelli | President of the International Society of Nephrology

LuAnn Heinen | Business Group on Health

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Duration 33 min

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