WCN courses

Onco-Nephrology Course Complimentary access

Explore contemporary approaches to onco-nephrology in special populations, focusing on mechanisms of kidney injury, risk assessment, early detection, prevention, and individualized management. Through perspectives from kidney transplantation, stem cell transplantation, and pediatric oncology, the session will highlight how specialized onco-nephrology strategies can improve both renal and oncological outcomes.

Ideal for: nephrologists, oncologists, transplant physicians, and other healthcare professionals treating patients with overlapping kidney and cancer conditions.

Clinical Trials Course Complimentary access

Part 1: Starting Up Clinical Trials: Why, where and how?

Explains why trials matter and put clinical trial conduct into local context by describing the trial landscape in Malaysia, including lessons learned, challenges, and opportunities. It also addresses the importance of investigator-initiated trials and why they need strengthening.

Part 2: Managing & Refining Clinical Trials

Demonstrates practical aspects of running clinical trials, including how to get started as an investigator when resources are limited, how to use AI and other tools to facilitate trial processes (from grant funding to protocol development,

trial recruitment, conduct, analysis, and dissemination), and what governance and ethical considerations should be considered.

Part 3: The Future of Clinical Trials

Focuses on the remaining shortfalls/challenges of clinical trials and how they can be addressed through novel trial designs, implementation science, and a change in mindset and leadership.

Ideal for: nephrologists, early-career researchers, trial coordinators, and healthcare professionals involved in or planning clinical trials.

Interventional Nephrology Course Paid access: USD 165 

This innovative course brings together world-renowned faculty from North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia to share real-world experience, challenging clinical cases, and the latest advances in procedural nephrology. Through a unique combination of expert lectures, live case discussions, and immersive hands-on workshops, the course promotes global collaboration, accelerates innovation, and empowers young nephrologists with practical skills, mentorship, and confidence to become the next generation of leaders in interventional nephrology.

Ideal for: nephrologists and healthcare professionals seeking to expand their procedural expertise in dialysis access and ultrasound-guided interventions.
Pay to access: To attend the Interventional Nephrology Course, select it during your WCN’27 registration. The USD 165 course fee will be added to your registration total.

Conservative Kidney Course Complimentary access

Discover how conservative kidney management (CKM) can support people with advanced kidney disease when kidney replacement therapy is not appropriate, available, or desired. This three-session course will explore kidney supportive care and CKM through evidence, case studies, and interactive learning. It will cover outcomes, shared decision-making, symptom and metabolic management, and terminal care. Participants will gain practical insights into delivering goal-directed CKM and addressing barriers to implementation across diverse healthcare settings.

Ideal for: nephrologists, palliative care providers, and healthcare professionals supporting patients with advanced chronic kidney disease.

Annual Review of Nephrology Complimentary access

Stay updated on evolving topics of global relevance in kidney care. World-leading specialists will highlight the latest advances in the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of key conditions, with a focus on practical takeaways for clinical practice.

Ideal for: nephrologists and healthcare professionals seeking a concise update on advances shaping kidney care today.

Renal Pathology Course Complimentary access

Get cutting-edge updates and practical insights into transplantation and native kidney disease pathology.

Ideal for: nephrologists, renal pathologists, and healthcare professionals managing complex kidney disease diagnostics.

Allied Health Professionals Course Complimentary access for registered delegatesPaid access without a congress registration: USD 100 

This interactive, case-based course brings the multidisciplinary kidney care team to life, with nephrologists, nurses, dietitians and pharmacists discussing key topics relevant to their role, sharing the latest evidence, guidance and practical approaches to care. Through expert presentations and case-based discussion, follow patients across their kidney disease journey — from CKD management and dialysis to symptom management, conservative kidney management and quality of life — exploring the decisions, challenges and opportunities at each stage.

Ideal for: nephrologists, nurses, dieticians, social workers, pharmacists, and other kidney allied health professionals.

Masterclass in Glomerular Diseases Grants available for complimentary accessPaid access: USD 150 

This two-day course provides an in-depth update on IgAN and lupus nephritis, covering epidemiology and pathophysiology, histopathology, disease management and therapies, treatment in special populations (such as pregnancy and transplant recipients), and future directions.

Participants will also have the opportunity to present challenging real-world cases and discuss diagnostic and treatment nuances with experts in the field.

Ideal for: nephrologists with five or more years of experience.
Exclusive for ISN members: Grants are available for complimentary access to the Masterclass. Spots are limited, make sure you apply by November 9.