Upcoming Nephrology Conferences: Top Events for Kidney Care

Nephrology is a rapidly evolving field, and attending conferences is a great way to stay informed and inspired. These events enable professionals to earn CME credits, connect with their peers, and gain insight into the development of therapies and technologies. To remain efficient while engaging with conferences, practices can rely on communication and scheduling tools from Weave to keep things running smoothly when practitioners travel.

Upcoming Nephrology Conferences

The 2026-2027 schedule of nephrology conferences offers a wealth of exciting opportunities for clinical practices to learn, network, and explore new vendors. These nephrology conferences are the best time to learn about new medical advances that can enhance the level of patient care available.

Here are some of the upcoming conferences:

• The Bladder & Kidney Cancer Academy is holding a conference September 24-25, 2026, in Denver, Colorado. The 2027 event has not been announced.
• The Women in Nephrology Leadership Conference will occur on September 25-26, 2026, in New York City, New York. The 2027 event has not been announced.
• Kidney Week 2026 (ASN) will occur from October 21-25, 2026, in Denver, Colorado. The 2027 event has not been announced.
• The Mayo Clinic will host a Nephrology, Hypertension, and Kidney Transplantation Update from February 12-14, 2027, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
• The 2027 International Kidney Cancer Symposium (IKCS): Europe will take place April 15-17, 2027, in Sitges, Spain.
• The World Transplant Congress (ATC 2027) will take place from June 5-9, 2027, in Seattle, Washington.
• The 11th Annual Southern California Kidney Symposium is planned for June 11, 2027, in Los Angeles, California.
• Another 11th Annual event taking place in June is the Heart in Diabetes (HiD), scheduled for June 25-27, 2027, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
• An Intensive Review of Nephrology 2027 conference has not yet been scheduled. Be sure to check the event website for more information.
• VASA’s 2027 Practicum on Hemodialysis Access has not yet been scheduled. Be sure to check the event website for more information.

Why These Conferences Matter 

Conference attendance is an excellent way for physicians to earn CME (continuing medical education) credits and stay current on clinical advances. For nephrologists, these conferences provide in-depth learning opportunities on topics such as hypertension, dialysis, transplant care, and metabolic syndrome. It is essential to continually learn about advancements in kidney disease treatment modalities to provide patients with advanced care.

These events also present an opportunity for essential networking and collaboration. Practitioners can meet mentors, peers, and future collaborators and exchange knowledge with leading experts. 

Additionally, physicians gain exposure to new technology and research they can implement in their practices. Conferences expose visitors to emerging trends in biologics, renal replacement therapies, AI use, at-home dialysis, and other revolutionary ideas in kidney care. 

Maximizing ROI From Conference Attendance

To make the most of conference attendance, it is essential to identify goals before arriving. Practitioners should determine whether they are there to learn, network, or source new vendors. To stay on track, conference attendees can schedule strategic meetings or demos during vendor hall time.

Practices should also collect key takeaways and create action plans for every team member in attendance. After the conference, practitioners can use these insights to refine protocols, marketing efforts, and patient education. 

Managing Practice Operations During Conferences With Weave

When conferences interrupt practices’ normal workflows, Weave’s technology can keep operations efficient. Practitioners can use Weave to notify patients that they’ll be away using automated appointment reminders and two-way texting. This also allows physicians to stay in touch with their patients and receive updates on their treatment progress or share lab results without the need for a physical appointment.

Practices can also streamline billing and payment processes to optimize cash flow when providers are away. Weave even lets patients self-schedule open appointment times so physicians return to a full, organized schedule.

Weave’s team chat feature also keeps the whole practice connected by enabling quick check-ins and urgent needs. With Weave, practitioners can confidently travel to conferences, knowing their operations will remain efficient in the meantime.

Conclusion

Physicians can look forward to the exciting opportunities in the 2026-2027 nephrology conference season. To make the most of these events, practices should plan with tools such as Weave’s nephrology software to grow professionally while maintaining operational excellence.

Traveling for a conference? Ensure your practice is secure and prepared with our Emergency Closure Checklist.

Those ready to elevate their practice’s operational efficiency should request a demo and learn more about how Weave’s software helps physicians and patients alike.

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Article last updated on September 22, 2026