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Kidney Education Class

For Established NNH Patients

Kidney Education Class

A small-group, in-person class at our office. Two hours of practical education on how kidneys work, what causes damage, and what you can do to protect them — taught by the NNH care team.

Developed by Craig G. Hurwitz, MD

What You'll Learn

Kidney basics, in plain language

  • How healthy kidneys work — and what changes with CKD
  • What causes kidney damage and how to slow progression
  • Lifestyle choices that protect kidney function
  • Diet basics: sodium, potassium, phosphorus, protein
  • Blood pressure and its role in kidney health
  • When advanced CKD calls for next-step planning
  • Treatment options: transplant and the modes of dialysis
When & Where

In our office — small group, two hours

Monthly — dates varySee the upcoming schedule below.
1:00 – 3:00 PMTwo hours, with time for questions.
At our officeHeld in person — no Zoom, no phone-in.
Small groupLimited seats — register in advance.
For established patientsCurrently seeing an NNH provider.
Schedule

Upcoming Classes

Updated each month. Call to reserve a seat.

How To Register

Call to reserve your seat

Seats are limited and fill quickly. Reach the front desk during office hours and let us know which date works for you.

518-324-4000 Monday – Friday, office hours
Not yet an NNH patient? The class is generally reserved for our established patients. If you're not currently under our care and would like to attend, please call to ask about availability — there is a $25 charge for non-patients.

Sign up for one of our kidney education classes. Learn more about the basics of how the kidneys work, causes of kidney damage and how to keep your kidneys healthy with a focus on lifestyle choices. Also learn about treatment options for advanced kidney disease including transplantation and the many modes of dialysis.

Limited space is available so please call in advance. Our class is generally for current patients of our NNH practice. However, if you would like to come for class and are NOT a patient of our practice please call and inquire about space. There is a $25 dollar charge for non-patients.

Upcoming Kidney Education Classes

Friday from 1 - 3PM via ZOOM (please call our office for Zoom Meeting ID and password)

Click here to download ZOOM

July 28, 2026

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Main Office

Northern Nephrology & Hypertension
52 Tom Miller Road
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Phone: (518) 324-4000
Fax: (518) 324-4001

Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM

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