This MOOC is intended for patients, medical practitioners, carers, and for all actors concerned by
renal disease. In this MOOC, for the first time, every one will be able to share experiences and
testimonies, knowledge and teachings to move forward together.
In it, you will discover the different roles the kidneys have in the body, the situations that threaten their
function and the ways to protect them.
Not only that, but you will also hear about the daily experience of patients, their carers, and their
friends and family. You will share their concerns and difficulties on a daily basis. You will hear their
testimonies, their discoveries and tricks to treat their disease more effectively while continuing to live,
work, study.
Indeed, a whole community of experts on renal disease (medical practitioners and patients) tackle all
the aspects of the disease, with a global view of everyday life.
Together, through the forums of this collaborative programme, the main difficulties will be identified
and discussed, solutions imagined, and leads offered to improve the detection, daily medical care,
treatment, and the planning of treatments with a renal disease.
An unprecedented experience to learn, share, understand. To make your voice heard. To listen to
others and take part in a unique programme to move forward in kidney health in a different way.
Everyone together for the Kidneys!
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This MOOC is intended for patients, medical practitioners, carers, and for all actors concerned by
renal disease. In this MOOC, for the first time, every one will be able to share experiences and
testimonies, knowledge and teachings to move forward together.
In it, you will discover the different roles the kidneys have in the body, the situations that threaten their
function and the ways to protect them.
Not only that, but you will also hear about the daily experience of patients, their carers, and their
friends and family. You will share their concerns and difficulties on a daily basis. You will hear their
testimonies, their discoveries and tricks to treat their disease more effectively while continuing to live,
work, study.
Indeed, a whole community of experts on renal disease (medical practitioners and patients) tackle all
the aspects of the disease, with a global view of everyday life.
Together, through the forums of this collaborative programme, the main difficulties will be identified
and discussed, solutions imagined, and leads offered to improve the detection, daily medical care,
treatment, and the planning of treatments with a renal disease.
An unprecedented experience to learn, share, understand. To make your voice heard. To listen to
others and take part in a unique programme to move forward in kidney health in a different way.
Everyone together for the Kidneys!
This MOOC is intended for patients, medical practitioners, carers, and for all actors concerned by
renal disease. In this MOOC, for the first time, every one will be able to share experiences and
testimonies, knowledge and teachings to move forward together.
In it, you will discover the different roles the kidneys have in the body, the situations that threaten their
function and the ways to protect them.
Not only that, but you will also hear about the daily experience of patients, their carers, and their
friends and family. You will share their concerns and difficulties on a daily basis. You will hear their
testimonies, their discoveries and tricks to treat their disease more effectively while continuing to live,
work, study.
Indeed, a whole community of experts on renal disease (medical practitioners and patients) tackle all
the aspects of the disease, with a global view of everyday life.
Together, through the forums of this collaborative programme, the main difficulties will be identified
and discussed, solutions imagined, and leads offered to improve the detection, daily medical care,
treatment, and the planning of treatments with a renal disease.
An unprecedented experience to learn, share, understand. To make your voice heard. To listen to
others and take part in a unique programme to move forward in kidney health in a different way.
Everyone together for the Kidneys!
What you'll learn
In this MOOC, you will learn:
- how kidneys work
- which diseases can touch them (especially diabetes and AHT, but also urinary infections, stones,
medical toxicity, and many more diseases or situations)
- how to eat to protect the kidneys
- how to live on a daily basis with the disease (sports, tobacco, alcohol, pain, depression, sleep,
fertility…)
- how to choose and consider a treatment when the kidneys are not working well enough anymore
(dialyses and transplant)
- how to accompany the diseased and take care of yourself and others.
- Which digital innovations can make life with the disease easier
- how to gain autonomy with treatment
What's inside
Syllabus
Module 1 : Draining the swamp: misconceptions vs real facts on the KIDNEYS
How do they work, what for?
Which renal diseases?
How do they manifest?
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Activities
Volunteer at a kidney care organization
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Offers practical experience and exposure to the real-world impact of renal health.
Browse courses on
Renal Disease
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Identify a kidney care organization in your area.
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Inquire about volunteer opportunities and eligibility.
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Attend a volunteer training session.
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Commit to volunteering on a regular basis.
Review physiology
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Establish a strong foundation of the kidneys and renal system for the course.
View
Boron & Boulpaep Concise Medical Physiology
on Amazon
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Read relevant sections of physiology textbook.
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Check understanding by answering review questions in the book.
Review Renal Pathophysiology
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Enhances understanding of the underlying mechanisms of renal disease.
Browse courses on
Pathophysiology
Show steps
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Review relevant lecture notes or textbooks.
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Complete practice questions or quizzes.
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Connect with professionals in the field of nephrology
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Provides guidance, support, and insights from experienced professionals.
Show steps
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Reach out to professionals working in the field of nephrology.
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Introduce yourself and express your interest in nephrology.
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Request mentorship opportunities.
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Maintain regular communication with your mentor.
Kidney health discussion group
Show steps
Provides a platform for exchange of ideas and experiences related to renal health.
Show steps
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Join a discussion group focused on kidney health.
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Participate actively in the discussions, sharing knowledge and experiences.
Nephrology tutorials
Show steps
Broaden knowledge and understanding of renal function and disease.
Show steps
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Follow a series of tutorials on the topic of nephrology.
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Attend live Q&A sessions with subject matter experts.
Find online tutorials on how to perform dialysis
Show steps
Supplement your learning about dialysis techniques through online tutorials.
Browse courses on
Dialysis
Show steps
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Search for reputable websites or platforms that provide tutorials on dialysis.
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Choose a tutorial that aligns with your learning level.
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Follow the instructions and practice the techniques outlined in the tutorial.
Nephrology case-based simulations
Show steps
Improves decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Browse courses on
Renal Disease
Show steps
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Analyze a provided clinical case related to nephrology.
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Identify the relevant clinical findings and lab results.
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Formulate a differential diagnosis and treatment plan.
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Review the feedback provided by the instructor or peer group.
Build a renal health resource wiki
Show steps
Reinforces learning through active synthesis of online resources.
Browse courses on
Kidney Disease
Show steps
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Gather relevant peer-reviewed medical articles and books on renal health.
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Summarize and consolidate the information into a shared wiki.
Develop an awareness video on renal disease
Show steps
Deepens understanding by creating an educational resource for others.
Browse courses on
Renal Disease
Show steps
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Choose a specific aspect of renal disease to focus on.
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Research the topic to gain a thorough understanding.
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Develop an engaging and informative video script.
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Create the video using video editing software.
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Share the video on social media or other online platforms.
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Gather feedback and make improvements based on feedback.
Volunteer at a kidney care organization
Show steps
Offers practical experience and exposure to the real-world impact of renal health.
Browse courses on
Renal Disease
Show steps
- Identify a kidney care organization in your area.
- Inquire about volunteer opportunities and eligibility.
- Attend a volunteer training session.
- Commit to volunteering on a regular basis.
Review physiology
Show steps
Establish a strong foundation of the kidneys and renal system for the course.
View
Boron & Boulpaep Concise Medical Physiology
on Amazon
Show steps
- Read relevant sections of physiology textbook.
- Check understanding by answering review questions in the book.
Review Renal Pathophysiology
Show steps
Enhances understanding of the underlying mechanisms of renal disease.
Browse courses on
Pathophysiology
Show steps
- Review relevant lecture notes or textbooks.
- Complete practice questions or quizzes.
Connect with professionals in the field of nephrology
Show steps
Provides guidance, support, and insights from experienced professionals.
Show steps
- Reach out to professionals working in the field of nephrology.
- Introduce yourself and express your interest in nephrology.
- Request mentorship opportunities.
- Maintain regular communication with your mentor.
Kidney health discussion group
Show steps
Provides a platform for exchange of ideas and experiences related to renal health.
Show steps
- Join a discussion group focused on kidney health.
- Participate actively in the discussions, sharing knowledge and experiences.
Nephrology tutorials
Show steps
Broaden knowledge and understanding of renal function and disease.
Show steps
- Follow a series of tutorials on the topic of nephrology.
- Attend live Q&A sessions with subject matter experts.
Find online tutorials on how to perform dialysis
Show steps
Supplement your learning about dialysis techniques through online tutorials.
Browse courses on
Dialysis
Show steps
- Search for reputable websites or platforms that provide tutorials on dialysis.
- Choose a tutorial that aligns with your learning level.
- Follow the instructions and practice the techniques outlined in the tutorial.
Nephrology case-based simulations
Show steps
Improves decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Browse courses on
Renal Disease
Show steps
- Analyze a provided clinical case related to nephrology.
- Identify the relevant clinical findings and lab results.
- Formulate a differential diagnosis and treatment plan.
- Review the feedback provided by the instructor or peer group.
Build a renal health resource wiki
Show steps
Reinforces learning through active synthesis of online resources.
Browse courses on
Kidney Disease
Show steps
- Gather relevant peer-reviewed medical articles and books on renal health.
- Summarize and consolidate the information into a shared wiki.
Develop an awareness video on renal disease
Show steps
Deepens understanding by creating an educational resource for others.
Browse courses on
Renal Disease
Show steps
- Choose a specific aspect of renal disease to focus on.
- Research the topic to gain a thorough understanding.
- Develop an engaging and informative video script.
- Create the video using video editing software.
- Share the video on social media or other online platforms.
- Gather feedback and make improvements based on feedback.
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Urologist
Nephrologist
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Kidney Transplant Coordinator
Patient Advocate
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Case Manager
Pharmacist
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Medical Writer
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