About Kidney Doc: Answering Your Questions on Kidney Health
Engaging and informative show that offers listeners the opportunity to have their questions answered by a board-certified nephrologist Dr. Bismah Irfan. From kidney disease prevention and treatment to research updates, this podcast provides detailed information on all aspects of kidney health.
Episode #4: Metformin Use in Chronic Kidney Disease
In this episode, Dr.Irfan discusses the use of metformin in patients with diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD). It provides insights into the mechanism of action of metformin, its safety profile, and the FDA guidelines on its use in patients with chronic kidney disease
13 Mar 2023
Episode #5: New Discoveries in Kidney Function Testing
In this episode, Dr.Irfan discusses the importance of estimating kidney function using markers such as eGFR and cystatin C. She explains the stages of kidney disease and the role of reliable estimates of GFR in identifying and monitoring CKD. She also highlights the issue of using race to estimate kidney function and discusses new equations that may provide more accurate estimates without racial bias.
13 Mar 2023
Episode #3: The Common Causes of Kidney Failure
In this episode, Dr.Irfan discusses the most common causes of kidney failure. Join us as we explore how unmanaged diabetes and high blood pressure can damage your kidneys, leading to chronic kidney disease and eventual kidney failure. We'll also touch on other causes of kidney failure, such as polycystic kidney disease, glomerular diseases, and lupus. Plus, we'll take a closer look at acute kidney failure and the various factors that can contribute to its sudden onset.
19 Feb 2023
Episode #2: How Much Water Should You Drink if You Have Chronic Kidney Disease?
In this episode of Kidney Doc, we discuss the common misconception that drinking more water can help improve kidney function, especially in individuals with chronic kidney disease. We share the story of Tom, a patient who experienced negative side effects from following advice to drink a large amount of water. We also discuss recent research that suggests a U-shaped curve when it comes to water intake and kidney function.
18 Feb 2023
The Kidney Doc Podcast: Empowering You to Take Charge of Your Kidney Health
In the Kidney Doc Podcast, Dr. Bismah Irfan, a board-certified physician in kidney medicine and a specialist in functional medicine, lifestyle medicine, and nutrition, shares her knowledge and expertise on all things related to kidney health.
18 Feb 2023
Episode #1: 8 Steps to Take After Being Diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease
In this episode of Kidney Doc, Dr. Bismah Irfan discusses the 8 steps that patients with chronic kidney disease should take after being diagnosed. These steps include monitoring kidney numbers, managing blood pressure, reviewing medications, being mindful of contrast dyes, focusing on nutrition, seeing a nephrologist, quitting smoking, and checking blood cholesterol and sugar levels regularly. Dr. Irfan explains each step in detail and provides valuable insights for patients with chronic kidney disease.
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