Dr. Germino Named Deputy Director of NIDDK
Gregory G. Germino, M.D., an expert in inherited kidney disease who has served on the PKD Foundation’s Scientific Advisory Committee, spoken at PKD National Conventions and received an international award for excellence in PKD research, was named Deputy Director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) in May. Read More
Tolvaptan Not Ready for PKD
Despite FDA approval of Tolvaptan for hyponatremia (low level of salt in the blood), PKD experts strongly discourage the off-label use of Tolvaptan for PKD until the results of ongoing clinical studies provide definitive information regarding safety and effectiveness. Read More