Chronic kidney disease (CKD), also known as chronic renal disease is a condition impacting 26 million American adults, with major risk factors including high blood pressure and diabetes. As diabetes rates in the Bronx are amongst the highest in New York, Montefiore is hosting two free educational workshops that will provide information on treatment options, nutrition and medication choices, as well as on overall diabetes management.
The dates and times are as follows and no advance registration is required.
· Diabetes Management Workshop
Tuesday, April 15th from 10:00am – 12:00pm at the Montefiore Medical Group – Bronx East
2300 Westchester Avenue, Lower Level MMG Conference Room
· Chronic Kidney Disease Workshop and Living Donation Program
Thursday, April 17th from 1:00pm – 4:00pm at Montefiore Medical Group – Greene Medical Arts Pavilion
3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 2nd Floor
Anyone interested in attending can find out more by calling 1-800-MD-MONTE (1-800-636-6683).
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