Talk Kidney to Me

In the much-anticipated episode 14 of "Talk Kidney to Me", hosts Pesh and Sara Eve sit down with Severance MacLaughlin, Ph.D., the innovative founder and CEO of Delorean Artificial Intelligence, for an engaging conversation about the transformative role of AI in kidney care. Dr. MacLaughlin, a leader in integrating AI into healthcare, shares his inspiring vision to support "more hugs" by leveraging AI to improve patient outcomes. T...

Continue the honest conversation with Pesh and Sara Eve in episode 13 as they reveal more as they discuss the prevalence of anxiety and depression in the kidney community, including during dialysis and post-transplant. The duo discuss such timely patient topics as connecting with others, sharing vulnerability, building a support network, and balancing emotions while undergoing the appointment burden of treating kidney failure. They...

In Episode 12 of "Talk Kidney to Me," join Pesh and Sara Eve as they discuss causes of the upcoming nursing shortage and its impact on patients and patient care. Together, they explore the unique challenges of staffing a dialysis unit and the dedication required to ensure quality care. Pesh opens up about his own frustrations with less-than-professional staff, offering valuable insights from the patient's perspective. Sara Eve shar...

Tune in to this week's flavorful episode of Talk Kidney to Me, where hosts Pesh, a spirited transplant recipient, and Sara Eve, a seasoned registered dietitian, dish out a feast of insights on food and nutrition. Pesh shares his experience with a strict diet and its effects on kidney function, while Sara Eve discusses her past work with patients on the traditional kidney diet. They also tackle the topic of rising food costs and its...

Join Pesh and Sara Eve on this enlightening episode of Talk Kidney to Me as they welcome Dr. Amber Paulus, PhD, RN, CPHQ to discuss the "State of CKD." Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) impacts a staggering 37 million Americans, but how effectively are we managing it? With a rich background spanning nursing, data analytics, and value-based care, Dr. Paulus leads us through a comprehensive journey from the recent past to the current land...

Welcome to Episode 9 of Talk Kidney to Me, where we’re kicking off a fresh format and an exciting new season! As the summer sun starts to sizzle, join Pesh as he reveals his exciting travel plans to the American Transplant Congress and the Transplant Games. Meanwhile, Sara Eve dives into her love for Florida weather, sharing essential tips to help those with kidney disease stay cool and safe during these hot months. Tune in for an ...

In this insightful episode, Sara Eve and Pesh speak with Dr. Yuvaram Reddy, a distinguished nephrologist and researcher. We talk about the current state of equity in kidney care and the possible trajectory for the future. Dr. Reddy shares his "why" for a career at the intersection of DEI and kidney care and insights from his portfolio of clinical work with the University of Pennsylvania and research with the Department of Veterans ...

In episode five, we begin a series of 30,000-foot overviews of the major topic areas in kidney care. We're calling these "the state of" episodes, and this week we focus on transplantation. In an information-packed discussion with Dr. Anil Paramesh, surgical director at Tulane University, we cover where we've been, where we are, and where are headed. Dr. Paramesh highlights how regulatory practices shape practice, the real-world imp...

When Sara Eve's fifteenth year in kidney coincides with a year of personal growth, she gets creative about what her contribution to kidney care might be -- only to have her plans put on hold by a natural disaster. Meanwhile, Pesh ramps up his education, awareness, and advocacy plans across multiple fronts while growing A Kidney Life. Tune into episode three to hear how divine timing brought these two together! Plus, hear about thei...

Episode two begins with Pesh and Sara Eve both starting in outpatient hemodialysis -- Pesh receiving in-center hemodialysis in Houston and Sara Eve as a Registered Dietitian (RD) in Philadelphia. Follow their paths through the kidney care landscape, hearing insights and pain points. Pesh shares his experience on dialysis while awaiting a transplant through a paired exchange. Keeping it real, he shares that finally receiving a trans...