Elevating Kidney Health Awareness: A discussion with Dr. Qasim Butt on the challenges, lifestyle links, and future perspectives

PowerLiving with Kimberlee Langford

Ready to elevate your understanding of kidney health? Then you're in the right place. We're joined by the passionate Dr. Qasim Butt, MD, an interventional nephrologist, who discloses the silent danger of kidney disease, the link between lifestyle choices and its development, and the challenges faced by underinsured patients. Dr. Butt's fervor for kidney disease awareness is contagious and he advocates for a more focused approach towards early detection and management of this often overlooked condition.
We unravel the maze of identifying and handling high-risk patients in the world of kidney disease. Regular screenings, predictive tools such as the CDC's KFRS, and integrated EMR communication play a pivotal role in this journey. Get ready to delve into the realm of value-based care, a promising approach that could potentially improve patient outcomes and transform healthcare.
Hang on tight as we navigate the exciting developments of VR and AI in nephrology. Imagine transforming the dialysis experience with VR or predicting hospitalizations with AI - we're on the cusp of this reality. Learn how Dr. Butt utilizes telehealth, which is a real gamechanger in providing specialty care to remote areas. There are limitations, yet the journey is promising. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion on the future of nephrology with one of my favorite nephrologists to follow!