ASPN-PNRC PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY
Pediatric Nephrology Fellows Workshop.
Advance your research skills and professional development in pediatric nephrology with expert-led sessions and networking opportunities — February 24–25, 2027
Contribute to advancing our field through innovative work and clinical excellence — open to students through faculty.
WORKSHOP TOPICS
Designed for Pediatric Nephrology Fellows
Comprehensive professional development sessions designed specifically for pediatric nephrology fellows.
Integrating Research with Career Pathways
Learn how to seamlessly blend research opportunities with various career trajectories in pediatric nephrology.
Developing Simple Research Projects
Master the fundamentals of designing and implementing manageable research projects as a first-year fellow.
Maintain Your Sanity (Self-Care)
Essential strategies for maintaining mental health and work-life balance during your fellowship journey.
LEADERSHIP
Fellows Tri-Chairs.
Meet the Tri-Chairs of the ASPN/PNRC Pediatric Nephrology Fellows Training Program. Together, they guide and elevate the fellows' educational experience with a diverse range of skills and leadership in pediatric nephrology.
Dr. Sarah Kizilbash, MBBS, MS
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
University of Minnesota
Dr. Sarah Kizilbash is a Pediatric Nephrologist at the University of Minnesota, where she serves as the Medical Director of the Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program. Her career is dedicated to improving long-term outcomes for children with kidney failure through research and policy.
Dr. Maria Ferris, MD, MPH, PhD
Professor, Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
University of North Carolina Children's Research Institute
Dr. Ferris works as a specialist in pediatric complex care. Her research focuses on healthcare transitions for children with medical complexity as they transition from childhood to adulthood.
Dr. Namrata Jain, MD
Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrologist
Hackensack Meridian Health
Dr. Namrata Jain serves as the Medical Director of the Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program at Hackensack Meridian Health. Her research interests focus on improving kidney transplant outcomes, and she has previously served as Co-Chair of the transplant working group at the PNRC.
FELLOWS SUPPORT PACKAGE
What's included in your workshop experience.
Hotel Coverage
Accommodations at Courtyard by Marriott are covered for February 24-27, 2027
You will need to make your hotel reservation however we will put your room on the master account to final payment.
We will only cover these nights: Feb 24-28, 2027
NOTE: the PNRC does not cover Airbnb/VRBO type stays, or hotels outside of the pre-arranged hotel unless the PNRC schedules or gives PRIOR approval.
ADDITIONAL NIGHTS
$249.00 per night + tax
Group rate available through Dec 25, 2026. Book directly with the hotel; room sharing is encouraged but not required.
Travel Support
Reimbursement for transportation costs, paid after the meeting.
Transportation reimbursement will not exceed $600 and will be reimbursed after the meeting.
Reimbursement requires receipts.
- Airfare
- Car Rental
- Uber/Lyft
- Public Transportation
- Mileage reimbursement
Meals Provided
We do not reimburse for meals. We provide the following:
February 24 | 2 Meals
Lunch — Covered
Dinner — Covered
February 25 | 3 Meals
Breakfast — Covered
Lunch — Covered
Dinner — Covered
February 26 | 2 Meals
Breakfast — Covered
Lunch — Covered
Dinner — On Your Own
February 27 | 3 Meals
Breakfast — Covered
Lunch — Covered
Social Reception — Covered
Dinner — On Your Own
February 28 | 1 Meal
Breakfast — Covered
All others on your own
Presentation Submission Deadline
All presentations are to be submitted by February 15, 2027