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Partnership for quality,
safety and access to care
Promoting safety and access to quality care

Founded in 2019, the Northwest Kidney Council is as a coalition supporting patient advocates, health care professionals, care providers and researchers committed to shaping smart policy for individuals battling kidney disease in the Northwest.

‘That’s when the mission became my mission’: A Conversation with Donate Life Northwest Interim Executive Director Mary Jane Hunt

April is Donate Life Month across the nation, and here in the Pacific Northwest, we’re acknowledging the importance of organ donation by elevating the experience of our tremendous partners at Donate Life Northwest (DLNW).

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Recapping our March 2024 Council Conversation: Dialysis + Transportation

For our most recent Council Conversation, we convened experts, policymakers, providers, and others to discuss the pressing transportation challenges faced by dialysis patients in Oregon and Washington. The dialogue shed light on the barriers patients encounter in accessing reliable transportation to their dialysis appointments, as well as potential solutions to address these issues. Here's a recap of the insightful discussion featuring key quotes from the panelists.

Happy World Kidney Day!

March 14th, 2024, marks a significant day – World Kidney Day!

 

A day that holds special meaning for us at the Northwest Kidney Council, where the spirit of World Kidney Day is felt every day. As we engage in this yearly celebration, we reflect to ensure that our actions speak louder than words. Today, we proudly embrace the symbolic color of Kidney Disease Awareness – by wearing GREEN! 

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Our Partners

We can't do this work alone. The Northwest Kidney Council is grateful to have so many partners throughout the Pacific Northwest aligned with our mission to advance access to kidney care. 

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