Efren Chavez

Academic Nephrologist @MiamiNephrology| @Columbiakidney | @NefroINCMNSZ | @medicinaUACH | Tweets are my own

[Efren Chavez @efrenchm1]

Same as PICCs, midline catheters can hinder the development of a functional AVF due to its high thrombotic risk and we should be cautious about prescribing them to individuals with advanced CKD who are likely to require hemodialysis.

[Efren Chavez @efrenchm1]

Montoya C, Tabbara M, Tordjman L, Sosa MA, Chavez E. Ultrasonographic Thrombosis Rates Associated with Midline Catheters in Patients with Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease: A Prospective Cohort Study. Kidney and Dialysis. 2026; 6(1):6. https://t.co/qru4RIPREf

[Rodolfo J. Galindo MD @RodolfoJGalindo]

Helping nephrologists and patients w

Diabetes and Glucose Management in People on Hemodialysis
https://t.co/U3rxG8AQYo

@ADA_DiabetesPro @TheAACE @TheEndoSociety

[KDIGO @goKDIGO]

Don’t miss Module 2 of KDIGO’s webinar series on genetic testing for CKD! Join us for "Hiding in Plain Sight: The Utility of Genetic Testing in CKD."

Wednesday, December 4 at 3:00 PM EST.
Register: https://t.co/3uCFjIaxGd

In this free CME webinar, Professors Andrew Mallett, Emilie Cornec-Le Gall, Judy Savige, and Katalin Susztak will discuss the utility of genetic testing in common forms of CKD. The webinar will also examine the role of genetic testing in diagnosing cystic kidney disease, glomerular disease, and APOL1 kidney disease.

Learn more a: https://t.co/ndIzhvqs97

#CKD #GeneticTesting #KidneyHealth #Nephrology #KDIGO #CME #APOL1

[Efren Chavez @efrenchm1]

Correction Rates and Clinical Outcomes in Hospitalized Adults With Severe Hyponatremia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis | Acid Base, Electrolytes, Fluids | JAMA Internal Medicine | JAMA Network https://t.co/SLKZmNzt9U

[Dana Rizk @DanaRizk1]

Alternative Complement Pathway Inhibition with Iptacopan in IgA Nephropathy | New England Journal of Medicine https://t.co/zFE1OdUpTs

[Efren Chavez @efrenchm1]

@DrDeidraCrews @Cervantes_Lily1 @Crystal4kidneys @FornoniAlessia @ASNKidney Congratulations @MiamiAlessia !!

[Efren Chavez @efrenchm1]

Journal of the American Society of Nephrology https://t.co/vvR2HoYkvh

[Joel M. Topf, MD FACP @kidney_boy]

What's the genetic kidney disease associatated with deafness that begins with Al?

Alport disease.

No, the other one.

🤯

[Edgar V. Lerma 🇵🇭 @edgarvlermamd]

Algorithmic approach to Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) Outflow Failure #Nephpearls
👉🏼 https://t.co/6od0ai8esI

[Christian Hanna, M.D.,M.S. @C_HannaMD]

The most up-to-date and comprehensive review of biomarkers of kidney disease progression in adults and children with ADPKD https://t.co/XQyFXs9FhE
@fouadchebib
@ndahl48
@MayoClinicNeph
@MayoClinicKids
@PKDFoundation
#MayoClinicPKD

[Kenar Jhaveri @kdjhaveri]

3) We start with Alport Syndrome https://t.co/VnSqUWu2zV Efren Chavez, Stefania Goncalves @rheault_m @afornoni

[Efren Chavez @efrenchm1]

@carafuentes_g @rheault_m
thanks for letting me know
This is the correct link

[Efren Chavez @efrenchm1]

Check out our comprehensive review article “Alport syndrome” which is now available online on the following URL (free access for 50 days) - AKDH @stefygonc @rheault_m @MiamiAlessia

https://t.co/3g5Q9ZLHzN

[Pankti Mehta @PanktiMehta24]

How to approach a patient with #angioedema? 🧐 🧵

#MedTwitter

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[ASN EPC @AsnEpc]

ASN is now accepting applications for a $1,000 travel scholarship for ten nephrology fellows to attend the in-person UAB CRRT Academy and learn from leading experts in the field. @UAB_NRTC @UAB_CRRT @javo_neyra @luck_urine Application and more info 👉 https://t.co/5klocSH4qp

[Andrew Lokenauth @FluentInFinance]

You're legally entitled to compensation for delayed or canceled flights.

Here's what you do:

Use this script to complain via email, chat, text, or phone:

"Hi, my name is [Name], and I'm reaching out to request compensation for my flight from [Origin] to [Destination] on [Date], which was [delayed/canceled].

I understand that flights can sometimes be delayed or canceled due to unforeseen circumstances, but I am entitled to compensation for the inconvenience caused by this [delay/cancellation].

I have attached copies of my ticket and any relevant receipts or documentation, including expenses for meals, accommodations, and transportation incurred due to the [delay/cancellation].

I would appreciate it if you could please review my case and provide me with a response as soon as possible.

Thank you for your attention to this matter."

You're legally entitled to:

• Refunds
• Alternate transportation
• Compensation for additional expenses
• Reimbursement for flight-related expenses

The first thing you should do is contact the airline to determine your options.

• If your flight has been canceled, many airlines offer to either reschedule your flight for a later date or provide a full refund for the ticket.

• If your flight has been delayed, many airlines offer compensation or assistance, such as meals or hotel accommodations, depending on the length of the delay and the circumstances.

• If you experienced a significant delay or other inconvenience, you may be able to receive additional compensation to cover any extra expenses you incurred as a result.

• If you cannot find a satisfactory resolution, you can file a complaint with the Department of Transportation.

In the U.S., the Department of Transportation (DOT) requires airlines to compensate passengers for certain delays and cancellations.

The DOT's rules do not specify an amount but require airlines to provide meals, accommodations, and transportation to and from the airport.

Under European Union (EU) regulations, if your flight is canceled or significantly delayed, you may be entitled to compensation from the airline if the delay or cancellation was within the airline's control.

[ASN Publications @asnpublications]

Liddle syndrome is a rare form of monogenic hypertension caused by gain-of-function variants in the epithelial Na+ channel (ENaC). This study found patients with genetically confirmed Liddle syndrome displayed a phenotypic spectrum https://t.co/yLqRq8eDW3

[Kamran Ahmad, MD @drkamikhan123]

How to approach Anemia
#Anemia Algorithm.
#Hematology