Northwest Kidney Centers (NKC), based in the Seattle, Washington, area, offers dialysis and related kidney services, and has been a leader in kidney disease research (renal disease research). The organization was formerly named Northwest Kidney Center and Seattle Artificial Kidney, and integrated with the Northwest Kidney Foundation in 1987. Some also refer to Northwest Kidney Centers as NW Kidney Centers.

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Medicare Bill - "Thank You!"

Northwest Kidney Centers extends our deep thanks to the entire Washington State Congressional delegation for voting in support of the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act of 2008. Read more. >>>

Food For The Road

Find out how to save money on your summer road trip by preparing healthy car snacks. Use the extra savings to put gas in your tank. >>>>

Health, Happiness & Hope

August 17, 2008 - Seattle, WA - Renal Support Network and Northwest Kidney Centers present an event for people with kidney disease - a kidney patient lifestyle meeting. Free for patients and one guest, brunch included. Giveaways, Raffle Prizes, Exhibits and lots of Fun. Download the event flier. >>>>

Register online now!!!>>>>

Larry Hagman's Video With NKC

Actor Larry Hagman teams up with Northwest Kidney Centers (NKC) to increase organ donation awarensss and help raise money for patient care programs and pre-dialysis education. Watch the video shown at the 2008 Northwest Kidney Centers Foundation "Breakfast of Hope."

Fathers Sundborg's Message

Father Stephen Sunborg, Jesuit president of Seattle University, touched the "Breakfast of Hope" crowd with his message of hope on May 22, 2008. Read his remarks.>>>>

"The Ultimate Human Connection"

Kidney patient finds her living kidney donor in local Starbucks coffee shop. Northwest Kidney Centers board member James Manning is a part of this heartwarming story. Find out more. >>

The Art of Good Eating

Sweetheart tips for ordering heart healthy meals at restaurants.

Shake The Salt Habit In 2008

Top ten tips for shaking the salt habit for the New Year - quick, easy things you can do to help you and your family live healthier and longer lives.

Excellent Jobs for RNs And Others

Work at the Northwest Kidney Centers and receive paid training in our Dialysis Academy. Click here to view and search for open positions.

School Lunches - Healthy Choices

Pack delicious and healthy lunches that your kids will love. Find out how you can prepare nutritious lunches and more. Great ideas and alternatives, including a shopping list to take with you to the grocery store! Click here >>>

Hot Topics

	2008 Scribner Courage in Health Care Award Honoring Abraham Bergman, MD - September 24, 2008. Guest Speaker: Nassim Assefi, MD - renowned author and international physician leader. Receive an invitation and find out more information >>>>
	Do you know the warning signs of chronic kidney disease? Find out by watching the world film premiere of "Seymour Jones and the Temple of Chronic Kidney Disease" in honor of National Kidney Month (March). >>>
	1 in 8 adult Americans has kidney disease. That's 26 million people. Click here to find out the symptons of chronic kidney disease.
	Actor Larry Hagman, "JR Ewing," teams up with Northwest Kidney Centers to promote organ donation. Read an article from the Seattle PI about his dedication to the cause.

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Watch The New NKC Video

Northwest Kidney Centers (NKC) releases a new video that describes the organization and work environment. This must-see video is a great tool for anyone interested in a career in dialysis at Northwest Kidney Centers. Click here to watch. Select the second title from the playlist.>>>>>>>

New Kidney Research Institute

"Patient-oriented" kidney research begins in Seattle with formation of new research institute - Kidney Research Institute one of the first in the U.S. dedicated soley to kidney disease research studies. >>>>>>

Senate Appropriation For NKC

Thanks to the leadership of Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA), Northwest Kidney Centers receives a $200,000 U.S. Senate appropriation for its new Seattle Kidney Center due to open in mid 2009. Find out more. >>>>

Kelly Receives Haviland Award

Dr. Michael Kelly is recipient of the 2008 James W. Haviland Award for Outstanding Achievement in Nephrology. >>>>

Photos With Graham Kerr!

View and download your photo taken with the "Galloping Gourmet" - Graham Kerr - taken at Northwest Kidney Centers Breakfast of Hope on May 22, 2008.

What's happening at NKC?

Find out what's going on at the Northwest Kidney Centers. Search our classes and events calendar for upcoming activities, including classes on healthy eating and kidney disease education.

The World's First Dialysis Center

Northwest Kidney Centers was established in 1962 as the world's first outpatient dialysis center. Find out more about our rich history.

How Do The Kidneys Work?

Are you curious about how the kidneys work? Take the "Kidney 101" animated tutorial and find out how.

Fitness And Activity! Get Moving

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