Multidisciplinary Teams in CKD Management

Author(s):

Rajiv Agarwal, MD,Mark A. Meeker, DO, FACP, CPE

Key Takeaways

Identifying at-risk patients for CKD in Type 2 Diabetes involves assessing hypertension, family history, and blood glucose levels.
Screening tests for CKD include eGFR and UACR, essential for early detection in diabetic patients.
Early CKD detection allows timely intervention, slowing disease progression and reducing cardiovascular risks.
CKD is a significant risk factor for heart failure, highlighting the importance of early detection for cardiovascular risk management.

Panelists discuss how multidisciplinary teams can enhance holistic patient care in managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its associated risks, emphasizing the importance of ongoing education and collaboration across disciplines, along with established protocols for screening and testing in health systems and the challenges faced in their implementation for patients with type 2 diabetes at risk for or currently diagnosed with CKD.

How can multidisciplinary teams contribute to holistic patient care in managing CKD and associated risks? Why is ongoing education and collaboration across disciplines crucial in enhancing CKD care?
1. What protocols for screening and testing have you established for your health system to improve the outcomes of patients with type 2 diabetes at risk for or currently diagnosed with CKD? What are some challenges with implementing your protocol?