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Kidney Disease

National. 14 chapters. Founded 1969. Patient organization dedicated to helping renal patients and their families deal with the physical, emotional and social impact of kidney disease. Aim is to inform and inspire patients and their families to better understand their condition, adjust more readily to their circumstances and assume more normal, productive lives. Provides education and support for kidney patients, including those with reduced kidney function, on dialysis and transplant patients. Offers various educational materials, a bimonthly and quarterly magazine, two electronic newsletters and an annual convention. Chapter development guidelines available.
Write:
American Association of Kidney Patients
3505 E. Frontage Rd., Suite 315
Tampa, FL 33607
Voice: 1-800-749-2257
Fax: 813-636-8122
Website: http://www.aakp.org
E-mail: info@aakp.org
Verified: 10/29/2007

International. 65 volunteer Friends chapters. Founded 1982. Funds research and provides emotional support and education for persons with polycystic kidney disease and their families. Promotes public awareness. Holds medical seminars and fund-raisers. Conferences, phone support, newsletter and assistance in starting new groups.
Write:
PKD Foundation
9221 Ward Parkway, Suite 400
Kansas City, MO 64114-3367
Voice: 1-800-753-2873
Fax: 816-931-8655
Website: http://www.pkdcure.org
E-mail: daves@pkdcure.org
Verified: 10/3/2007

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Last Updated: May 27, 2008

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