KidneyTalk - An Online Radio Show By Renal Support Network

"Exercise totally revolutionized my life," says Shari Gilford, current transplant recipient; previously on nocturnal home HD, in-center HD, CAPD, CCPD, and a recipient of two other transplants. Let exercise do the same for you. Listen in for motivational tips and the abundant benefits for patients when they exercise.

Mandy Trolinger, Renal Dietician and transplant patient talks to Lori and Stephen about maintaining a great renal diet. Tune in and learn about proper lab values, what you can eat, and what you should avoid, and more.

Richard Redlin! Remember the name. His awe-inspiring, miraculous story is truly one written in the stars. He'll be the first to tell you, "It's not the Pollyanna attitude." Don't miss this week's hypnotic show, you'll hear how exactly a change of attitude is all it takes...

How do you prevent infections while on dialysis? That is the question, Debbie Punch, registered nurse, and CEO of consulting firm; Alliance Management, answers today. It's an everyday battle amongst patients. Learn ways to prevent and overcome those pesky infections.

He's a singer, dancer, and actor. Broadway star, Aaron Lee Battle refuses to let the world tell him No! Diagnosed with kidney disease in 2002, Aaron maintains his success through persecution. Listen to this weeks inspiring show and don't miss out on Aaron's private concert.

Who says Kidney Disease is a disability? Meet Marla Jill McMaster, a former CIA Manager and Navy Captain, not to mention a polycystic kidney disease (PKD) patient - the 'real Bond girl.' As she has briefed Members of congress, the press, foreign dignitaries, and fellow colleagues, she briefs you on the GOOD NEWS for transplant list-exchanges amongst other things. Listen in and get the latest scoop.

That is the question we all must face at one point or another in our lives. Dawn Dungan was one of those who chose to die. The fear of kidney disease and dialysis was crippling, to the point she'd rather die. Yet today she lives on with overwhelming hope and a will to live. Listen to her inspiring story of guilt and fear overcome by hope and a desire to help others.

Theresa Freeman is a District Leader, Legal Specialist and State Committee Member for the New York Democratic Party. Theresa has also battled kidney disease for over 5 years and now can bring first hand experience to help educate elected officials from a patient's perspective.

You may not be familiar with this term, but the term "bundle" can change the dialysis industry. Stephen and Lori asked industry leaders Dr. Peter Crooks and Dr. Mike Lazarus what are the pros and cons to bundling for people on dialysis.

Stephen and Lori are "Live" at the California Dialysis Council in Palm Springs, CA. They interview Mike Arnold and Marc Chow about legislative issues impacting patients on a Federal and State level.

Not it's not Christmas, but you'll think it is after listening to this show. Oliver Hale (Chef O) is a TV celebrity chef and kidney patient from Michigan who knows how to cook up yummy renal-friendly meals and desserts!

Plane crash, Vietnam vet, kidney disease... sometimes you just can't keep a good man down or his attitude either! No matter what happens, Jim Dineen keeps a smile on his face as he faces life.

Drug and alcohol addiction is not a topic we hear much about in the kidney community. However, it is a very real issue for some people living with kidney disease and their families. We'll discuss this topic head-on with Bobby Walker, a kidney patient who has walked this difficult and painful path. This is one story you must hear.

Martinlow Spaulding is a family man. He has had two transplants and 6 kids. Learn how he juggles kids, school activities, marriage and his health.

How do American kidney patients compare to the rest of the world's kidney patients? Dr. Donna Mapes reviews the results of the DOPPS study that takes a look at the United States as compared to several other countries. Listen in and see where we fit in.

Staying employed and/or returning to work is an issue on the minds of many kidney patients. Beth Witten, LCSW will tackle this topic and offer some great advice about working.

This week on KidneyTalk Lori and Stephen visit with Dan Bayliss, Clinical Coordinator of the SitFit exercise program at the University of Virginia Renal Services department. Dan discusses some fun and creative ways to exercise and tells us why it's so important for our health.

So, what is steroid-free transplantation? New therapy protocols are changing the way patients are transplanted. How do you know if you're a candidate or not and whether your transplant center offers this new treatment option? Tune in to find out.

Who cares for you? Who is that important person in your life who helps you take care of yourself? This week Lori and Stephen take a look at how important the caregivers are in our lives. Learn key tips for caregivers to take care of themselves.

Have you heard of this word? If you haven't, you're not alone - Stephen hadn't heard of it either. Tune in and discover why it's important for kidney patients to know about it.