Join us for the upcoming FREE PKD Patient Forum in Saskatoon, SK!
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is one of the most common life-threatening, genetic diseases affecting Canadians and can result in the growth of cysts that enlarge the affected kidneys, destroying its ability to function.
Patients and their loved ones are invited to join this forum to:
- Learn about what a PKD diagnosis can mean for you or a loved one, as well as how PKD can be managed from Dr. Elene van der Merwe, Associate professor college medicine and clinical nephrologist, division of nephrology, University of Saskatchewan;
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Hear about what resources and support systems are available to you and your loved ones from Jeff Robertson, Executive Director, PKD Foundation of Canada;
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Have your questions answered during a Q&A period led by Dr. Elene van der Merwe and Jeff Robertson; and,
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Meet other people living with PKD in your community.
Light food & beverages will be served.
Free admission. All are welcome!
Please note, registration is at 6:00 p.m. and the presentation will start at 6:30 p.m. sharp.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Elene van der Merwe, Associate professor college medicine and clinical nephrologist, division of nephrology, University of Saskatchewan.