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Understanding Depression and Suicidal Thoughts in Kidney Disease
Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASN You Are Not Alone I am not a trained psychiatrist and what I learned in medical school was minor at best. What...
Andrew Kowalski
Apr 3, 20254 min read


The Vicious Cycle – How CKD, Chronic Inflammation, and Sarcopenia Fuel Depression and Anxiety
Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASN Introduction Chronic illnesses rarely exist in isolation. CKD, chronic inflammation, and sarcopenia (a...
Andrew Kowalski
Apr 3, 20254 min read


The Prevalence of Depression in Chronic Kidney Disease
Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASN As CKD progresses, patients face numerous obstacles such as physical complications, psychological, and...
Andrew Kowalski
Apr 3, 20256 min read


Epidemiological Data on Mental Health Among Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Andrew Kowalski, MD, FASN Introduction CKD is a growing global public health issue, affecting an estimated 9–13% of the world’s...
Andrew Kowalski
Apr 3, 20253 min read


How Mindful Living Can Unlock the Secret to Kidney Health: Unveiling the Science and Stories Behind Meditation and Relaxation Techniques!
In today’s hectic world, taking care of our health often gets pushed aside. Yet, adopting mindfulness practices like meditation and...
Andrew Kowalski
Oct 23, 20243 min read
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