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ArticleClinical kidney journal2024

Nephrology Partnership for Advancing Technology in Healthcare (N-PATH) program: the teachers' perspective.

Carlo Lomonte, Michele Rossini, Jose Ibeas, Mauro Forcella, Jadranka Buturovic Ponikvar, Maurizio Gallieni, Roberto Russo, Dimitrios Goumenos, Vladimir Tesar, Zdenka Hruskova and 9 more

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Article in Clinical kidney journal, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

19 authors at 13 institutions in 9 countries.

Carlo LomonteNephrology Unit, "F. Miulli" General Hospital, Acquaviva delle fonti, Bari, Italy.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6752-582X
Michele RossiniRenal, Dialysis and Transplantation Unit, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DIMEPRE-J), University of Bari, Bari, Italy.
Jose IbeasNephrology Department, Parc Taulí Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Taulí (I3PT-CERCA), Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Sabadell, Barcelona, Spain.
Mauro ForcellaDepartment of Nephrology, University Hospital "Ospedali Riuniti", Foggia, Italy.
Jadranka Buturovic PonikvarDepartment of Nephrology, University Medical Centre Ljubljana and Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Maurizio GallieniDepartment of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, University of Milano, Milan, Italy.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2011-2160
Roberto RussoRenal, Dialysis and Transplantation Unit, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DIMEPRE-J), University of Bari, Bari, Italy.
Dimitrios GoumenosDepartment of Nephrology and Renal Transplantation, University Hospital of Patras, Patras, Greece.
Vladimir TesarDepartment of Nephrology, General University Hospital in Prague and First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic.
Zdenka HruskovaDepartment of Nephrology, General University Hospital in Prague and First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic.
Joris RoelofsDepartment of Pathology, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Sandrine FlorquinDepartment of Pathology, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Maarten SnoeijsDepartment of Vascular Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
Antonio GiustoRenal, Dialysis and Transplantation Unit, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DIMEPRE-J), University of Bari, Bari, Italy.
David ShemeshVascular Access Society, Department of Surgery and Hemodialysis Access Center, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel.
Joris RotmansVascular Access Society, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands.
Roser TorraEuropean Renal Association, Nephrology Department, Fundació Puigvert, Institut de Recerca Sant Pau, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8714-2332
Christoph WannerEuropean Renal Association, University of Würzburg, Department of Clinical Research and Epidemiology, Würzburg, Germany and University of Oxford, Nuffield Department of Population Health, CTSU, Oxford, UK.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9507-5301
Loreto GesualdoRenal, Dialysis and Transplantation Unit, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DIMEPRE-J), University of Bari, Bari, Italy.
University of Bari Aldo Moro · ITAmsterdam University Medical Centers · NLCharles University · CZUniversitat Autònoma de Barcelona · ESGeneral University Hospital of Patras · GRLeiden University Medical Center · NLMaastricht University · NLOspedale Generale Regionale Francesco Miulli · ITOspedali Riuniti di Foggia · ITShaare Zedek Medical Center · ILUniversity of Ljubljana · SIUniversity of Milan · ITUniversity of Würzburg · DE

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The N-PATH (Nephrology Partnership for Advancing Technology in Healthcare) program concluded with the 60th European Renal Association 2023 Congress in Milan, Italy. This collaborative initiative aimed to provide advanced training in interventional nephrology to young European nephrologists. Funded by Erasmus+ Knowledge Alliance, N-PATH addressed the global burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the shortage of nephrologists. CKD affects >850 million people worldwide, yet nephrology struggles to attract medical talent, leading to unfilled positions in residency programs. To address this, N-PATH focused on enhancing nephrology education through four specialized modules: renal expert in renal pathology (ReMAP), renal expert in vascular access (ReVAC), renal expert in medical ultrasound (ReMUS) and renal expert in peritoneal dialysis (RePED). ReMAP emphasized the importance of kidney biopsy in nephrology diagnosis and treatment, providing theoretical knowledge and hands-on training. ReVAC centred on vascular access in haemodialysis, teaching trainees about different access types, placement techniques and managing complications. ReMUS recognized the significance of ultrasound in nephrology, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and preparing nephrologists for comprehensive patient care. RePED addressed chronic peritoneal dialysis, offering comprehensive training in patient selection, prescription, monitoring, complications and surgical techniques for catheter insertion. Overall, N-PATH's strategy involved collaborative networks, hands-on training, mentorship, an interdisciplinary approach and the integration of emerging technologies. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills, N-PATH aimed to revitalize interest in nephrology and prepare proficient nephrologists to tackle the challenges of kidney diseases. In conclusion, the N-PATH program aimed to address the shortage of nephrologists and improve the quality of nephrology care in Europe. By providing specialized training, fostering collaboration and promoting patient-centred care, N-PATH aimed to inspire future nephrology professionals to meet the growing healthcare demands related to kidney diseases and elevate the specialty's status within the medical community.

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educationalhands-on traininginterventional nephrologyN-PATHsimulation training

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