The UK Kidney Association

We are the leading professional body for the UK renal community, dedicated to improving lives by supporting professionals in the delivery of kidney care and research. We have over 2,000 doctors, scientists and multi-professional team members.

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UK Renal Registry (UKRR)

The UKRR team manage data collection, analysis and reporting on approximately 8,000 new patients and 67,000 existing patients on dialysis or with a kidney transplant each year.

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Education Hub

The UKKA Education Hub provides resources for primary care providers and kidney specialists from across multi-professional teams, including eLearning courses, interactive quality improvement knowledge hubs, and archived webinars.

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Updated vaccine guidance: Autumn 2025

31 October 2025
The UK Renal Pharmacy Group has issued an update summarising national vaccination recommendations for people with chronic kidney disease, dialysis and kidney transplants. The update reflects national guidance from 1 September 2025, highlighting key product and eligibility changes for the autumn...
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Dr Maria Pippias appointed Deputy Director of Informatics Research

30 October 2025
The UK Kidney Association (UKKA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Maria Pippias MBChB (Hons) MRCP (Neph) PhD as Deputy Director of Informatics Research at the UK Renal Registry (UKRR). A Consultant Nephrologist at North Bristol NHS Trust and Honorary Clinical Lecturer at the University...
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Seeking MPT Co-Chair for International Committee

29 October 2025
Expressions of interest are invited for a new Multiprofessional Co-Chair of the UKKA International Committee. The Committee’s vision is to strengthen global kidney health by sharing knowledge and experience, promoting collaboration and addressing inequalities in care. Its work supports the...
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The UK Kidney Association is the leading professional body for the UK renal community, improving lives by supporting professionals in the delivery of kidney care and research.

We welcome all team members working or training in clinical renal care, renal research or related fields, and those treating and caring for people with kidney disease. In support of education and training, we run the annual UK Kidney Week, the Advanced Nephrology Course and the regional Kidney Quality Improvement meetings.

The UK Kidney Association (UKKA) is a trading name of the Renal Association, a registered charity (no 800733) and a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales under company number 2229663.