ANNA Gulf Coast #204

05/20/2026

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast Chapter 204,
On behalf of our chapter, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended our May 14, 2026 educational meeting focused on Kerendia. Your presence, engagement, and commitment to advancing nephrology nursing made this event truly meaningful and successful.

We were honored to learn from Dr. Mandayam, whose insightful and evidence-based presentation offered valuable perspectives on reducing cardiovascular risk in patients with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. His expertise helped deepen our understanding of emerging therapeutic approaches and reinforced the critical role nurses play in improving patient outcomes through early intervention, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

We would also like to express our sincere appreciation to our vendor partner, Bayer, for their continued support of nephrology education and for helping make this session possible.

A special thank you goes to our gracious host, Anthony Thompson, whose hospitality and coordination ensured a welcoming and seamless experience for all attendees.

In addition, it was a true joy to celebrate Nurses Week together. This gathering gave us the opportunity not only to enhance our clinical knowledge but also to recognize and honor the dedication, compassion, and hard work of our nursing community. Sharing this time with our members strengthened our connections and reminded us of the important impact we have in the lives of our patients every day.

We are grateful for your continued participation and support of ANNA Gulf Coast Chapter 204. We look forward to seeing you at future meetings and continuing to grow together in knowledge, leadership, and excellence in nephrology nursing practice.

05/10/2026

To all ANNA #204 Gulf Coast Chapter Members, Family, and Friends

We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who joined us last Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Kids' Meals. Thanks to your hard work and dedication, we were able to prepare 1,146 sandwiches for preschool-aged children in our community.

It was truly inspiring to see our community come together-from long-time members to the family and friends who stepped up to help. Your energy made the morning fly by, and your efforts ensure that local children have access to healthy meals this week.

We've also put together a short video with photos from that day so you can see all those sandwiches (and smiling faces!)

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We are so grateful for your time, your hands, and your hearts. We look forward to seeing you at our next service event!

05/10/2026

05/09/2026

The ANNA Gulf Coast Chapter #204 is hosting an educational meeting on May 14, 2026, sponsored by Bayer, featuring Kerendia® (finerenone).
🎤 Speaker:
Dr. Mandayam, Professor and Director of Nephrology
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

We want to thank our gracious hosts for coordinating this event: Sherri Porter and Anthony Thompson!

🫀 This program will focus on reducing cardiovascular risk in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and type 2 diabetes (T2D) and review clinical evidence supporting Kerendia as part of comprehensive patient management.
📍 Mastro’s Steakhouse | Houston
🕕 Registration: 6:00–6:45 PM | 🕖 Program: 7:00 PM
✅ Free registration | ⚠️ Seating limited
📧 RSVP: [email protected]
📞 281‑710‑3840

Gentle reminder:
ANNA member -FREE
Non-ANNA members- $20 cash at the door.

⚠️ Seats are limited—reserve your spot today!
Looking forward to seeing everyone!

05/06/2026

Happy Nurses Week! 💙

Be proud of the incredible care, compassion, and dedication you bring to our dialysis patients every single day. You’re not just providing treatment—you’re building trust, offering comfort, and standing beside patients through some of their most challenging moments.

Your attention to detail, your ability to anticipate needs, and your commitment to safety help ensure that every treatment is as effective and comfortable as possible. The relationships you build turn routine care into something deeply personal and meaningful.

On the hard days, when the work feels heavy, remember that your presence brings reassurance and stability. To your patients, you are more than a nurse—you are a steady source of strength, encouragement, and hope.

Thank you for showing up with skill, heart, and resilience. You make a lasting difference in ways that truly matter. 💙

05/04/2026

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast Members,

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended the 1st Annual Meeting of the Texas Society of Nephrology (TxSN) 2026, held at Hotel ZaZa on May 2, 2026. Your presence, engagement, and support helped make this gathering a meaningful and memorable event for all involved.

We would like to offer special appreciation to our gracious hosts, Dr. Farhad Danesh, and to Jenyda Augustin for their time, effort, and dedication in coordinating such a remarkable event. Their leadership and hospitality played an important role in creating a welcoming atmosphere and a successful program.

We were especially honored to hear from an outstanding group of presenters who shared valuable knowledge and insight with attendees:
• Dr. Jochen Reiser presented “When the Kidneys Fail, the Brain Pays”
• Dr. Samir Parikh presented “Kidney Advocacy: Conversations That Matter”
• Dr. Kumar Sharma presented “Precision Nephrology”
Each presentation offered meaningful perspectives and contributed to thoughtful discussion on important topics in nephrology. We are grateful to our speakers for sharing their expertise and helping to inspire continued learning, advocacy, and professional collaboration.

Thank you again to everyone who attended and contributed to the conversations throughout the event. Your participation strengthens our community and supports our shared commitment to excellence in nephrology nursing and patient care.

05/02/2026

ANNA #204 Gulf Coast Chapter- we need more Volunteers!! Please help!

We are heading to Kids' Meals on Saturday, May 9, and we would like to invite you (and your family and friends) to join the crew!

Kids' Meals is a first-responder to childhood hunger, delivering free, healthy meals directly to the doorsteps of preschool-aged children. As a chapter we are excited to roll up our sleeves and help pack these 'meals on wheels' to ensure local kids have the nutrition they need to grow and thrive.

Date: May 9, SATURDAY
Time: 9am to 11:30 am
Location: Kids Meals, 8790 Hammerly Blvd., Houston, TX 77080

RSVP: Rochelle Nebrao, Michael Cruz, or Jennifer Esteban via ANNA connected or [email protected]

Register at link: https://vhub.at/americannephrologynurses
Hope to see you all there!

04/30/2026

Chapter Highlights at National ANNA Symposium in New Orleans April 2026

ANNA Gulf Coast Chapter #204 on receiving the Outstanding Chapter Recognition Award! This prestigious honor reflects the chapter’s continued excellence, strong leadership, and unwavering commitment to advancing nephrology nursing through education, advocacy, and professional engagement.

A special and well-deserved shoutout to Jennifer Esteban for being recognized as the Ambassador Program 2.0 winner. Jennifer’s innovative and creative approach to engaging and recruiting new members demonstrates exceptional leadership, vision, and dedication to fostering growth within ANNA.

We also proudly recognize the outstanding contributions of our chapter members at the National Symposium:
Pauline Marroquin (Acute Care SPN) – Speaker on “What Does This Mean? Navigating Hepatitis B Labs with Confidence.” Also, Acute Care SPN poster “A Kaleidoscope of Courage” earned 3rd place in the SPN Poster Contest.

Ursula Chester (Advanced Practice SPN) – Speaker on “Clinical Challenges: Management of Acute Kidney Injury.”

Rosie Olivares (Education SPN) won 3rd place for their poster presentation on SPNing is Winning

Marichelle Espiritu (Hemodialysis SPN) The Colors of Courage: The Vibrant Spirit of Nephrology Nursing

These achievement are a true testament to the passion, hard work, and teamwork of the Gulf Coast Chapter leadership and members. We would like to thank the ANNA Gulf Coast Officers and Committee leaders from 2025 and 2026 who embody the spirit of mentorship, collaboration, and inclusivity that strengthen our organization and inspire others to get involved.

Congratulations to all on this outstanding and well-earned accomplishment!