Summary of the World Kidney Day 2025 Seminar: 'How to Take Care of Your Kidneys for Strong Health

 

The event was honored by Dr. Thanomsak Asawadilokchai, Head of the Nephrology Department and Head of the Kidney Transplantation Department, who presided over the opening speech and provided valuable knowledge on the topic "Chronic Kidney Disease: How to Prevent It.

 

He was joined by a team of expert doctors who shared their insights, including:

• Dr. Thanin Sirimongkolrat, a nephrology specialist, with the topic "Chronic Kidney Disease Screening Guidelines for At-Risk Populations."
• Dr. Sirote Khunapornphairote, a nephrology specialist, with the topic "Treatment Options for Chronic Kidney Failure Patients."
• Mr. Veera Chokprajakchat, Head of the Pharmacy Department, with the topic "Which Medications Can Harm Your Kidneys?"
• Miss Sasipa Krintharakul, Head of the Dietetics Department, with the topic "How to Eat for Strong Kidneys."

 

Special Session!

Listen to firsthand experiences from Mr. Thani Saengnil and Mr. Vichai Kongwittayakom, patients who underwent kidney transplantation, followed by a discussion on "Chronic Kidney Failure Treatment through Kidney Transplantation and Post-Transplant Self-Care" with the kidney transplant medical team:

• Associate Prof. Dr. Thanarat Ngamvichukorn, nephrology specialist
• Dr. Siwat Paisankit, urology surgery specialist
• Dr. Bundit Sukulchairungrueng, vascular surgery and organ transplantation specialist
• Dr. Suthas Horsirimanont, vascular surgery and organ transplantation specialist

In addition, the event featured health booths offering various services, such as:

 

Basic Health Check-ups:

• Urine protein testing to assess kidney disease risk by medical technologists
• Blood pressure measurement for screening high blood pressure, a major risk factor for kidney disease
• BMI (Body Mass Index) measurement to evaluate underweight or overweight conditions that affect kidney health

Consultation Services:

• Kidney transplantation consultation by specialized nurses from the dialysis department, providing information and knowledge about kidney transplants
• Dietary advice for kidney disease patients, including guidance on selecting appropriate foods by dietitians

Educational Activities:

• Q&A session on kidney disease, allowing participants to ask kidney disease specialists questions directly
• Special health screening packages for kidney disease at discounted prices to make kidney health check-ups more accessible to the public

 

This event was full of valuable knowledge and beneficial activities, aiming to help everyone take proper care of their kidneys and effectively prevent kidney diseases.

 

This event was held in observance of World Kidney Day 2025 to raise public awareness about the importance of kidney health and promote strong, disease-free kidneys.

 

Ramkhamhaeng Hospital is committed to being a central hub for providing health knowledge to the public to ensure better health and improved quality of life. Stay tuned for more activities like this on the hospital's website and Facebook page.