National. 14 chapters. Founded 1969. Patient organization dedicated to helping renal patients and their families deal with the physical, emotional and social impact of kidney disease. Aim is to inform and inspire patients and their families to better understand their condition, adjust more readily to their circumstances and assume more normal, productive lives. Provides education and support for kidney patients, including those with reduced kidney function, on dialysis and transplant patients. Offers various educational materials, a bimonthly and quarterly magazine, two electronic newsletters and an annual convention. Write: American Assoc. of Kidney Patients 3505 E. Frontage Rd., Suite 315 Tampa, FL 33607 Voice: 1-800-749-2257 or 813-636-8100 Fax: 813-636-8122 Website: http://www.aakp.org E-mail: info@aakp.org Verified: 10/15/2008
International. 65 volunteer Friends chapters. Founded 1982. Funds research and provides emotional support and education for persons with polycystic kidney disease and their families. Promotes public awareness. Holds medical seminars and fund-raisers. Conferences, phone support, newsletter and assistance in starting new groups. Write: PKR Foundation 9221 Ward Parkway, Suite 400 Kansas City, MO 64114-3367 Voice: 1-800-753-2873 or 816-931-2600 Fax: 816-931-8655 Website: http://www.pkdcure.org E-mail: daves@pkdcure.org Verified: 10/15/2008
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