CORE Kidney Program

CORE Kidney Program CORE Kidney is a patient advocacy and support program based on our founding principles of Clinical Excellence, Outreach, Research and Education.

Dr Rastogi's Office at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine aims tp improve healthcare delivery by implementing our CORE values of Clinical excellence, Outreach, Research, and Education with a focus on integrative medicine. Our focus is on integrative medicine, with emphasis on prevention and education, so patients can become their own best advocates. We aim to spread awareness on kidney disease,

and provide resources for all: patients, doctors, and the general public. We hold free educational events open to the public that give valuable information about manageable changes patients can make in their daily life to improve their well-being, and prevent future health problems. Our office also conducts clinical research trials, where patients of kidney disease can enroll in. Disclaimer: UCLA Health, UCLA CORE Kidney Health Program and any affiliates cannot guarantee the accuracy of such information. This information is provided without warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please speak to your Physician before making any changes. The CORE Kidney Health Program at UCLA in Los Angeles, California is a multidisciplinary subspecialty service with a focus on diseases of the kidneys. For additional information, contact [email protected]

In honor of Father’s Day, we celebrate the fathers and father figures who make a lasting impact on the lives of those ar...
06/21/2026

In honor of Father’s Day, we celebrate the fathers and father figures who make a lasting impact on the lives of those around them. CORE Kidney is proud to highlight Brian Gilliam and his father, Dana Gilliam, whose kidney transplant journey reflects the power of family, generosity, and hope. We honor their story, along with all fathers who support, inspire, and care for their loved ones every day.

Bruin Beans Co-President Emeritus, Simran Ovalekar, was recently presented with the Dr. Hap Neufeld Award, including a $...
06/20/2026

Bruin Beans Co-President Emeritus, Simran Ovalekar, was recently presented with the Dr. Hap Neufeld Award, including a $6,000 scholarship, by the California Legislature Assembly and the Kiwanis Club, honoring scholarly achievement and extracurricular excellence.

Pictured (left) is Jeff Shea, one of the panelists for the award and a recent kidney transplant recipient himself, who was moved by her dedication to CORE Kidney and the Bruin Beans Health Club. On the right is Julie Sleeper, President of the Kiwanis Foundation.

We are so proud of Simran for this extraordinary achievement and are incredibly thankful for her contributions to CORE Kidney.

06/19/2026

CORE Kidney was proud to host our very own South Asian Culture Night! From amazing performances to unforgettable moments, the evening was a true celebration of culture, community, and talent. We asked some of our performers, "What's your pre-performance ritual?" Watch to hear their responses!

CORE Kidney, Circle of CORE Kidney Foundation, and Bruin Beans were honored to host FSGS Patient Education Day! This eve...
06/17/2026

CORE Kidney, Circle of CORE Kidney Foundation, and Bruin Beans were honored to host FSGS Patient Education Day! This event provided patients and families with the opportunity to connect with leading medical experts, learn about the latest advances in care and research, and engage in meaningful discussions about living with FSGS. We are grateful to have created this space for the FSGS community in collaboration with UCLA Health and would like to thank everyone who joined us for an inspiring day of education and support. And we had a surprise visit by our four-legged friends from Patient Animal Connection!

06/17/2026

Sharing Life: Inside Living Kidney Donation and the CORE Kidney Program - Part 3: Advocacy in CORE Kidney

Check out UCLA Health’s YouTube video featuring Dr. Anjay Rastogi, Dr. Glazier, Phillip Palmer, and Nanette Zumwalt! In this short segment, Nanette Zumwalt shares how having CORE Kidney as an advocacy team has helped her navigate her kidney health journey and connect her with valuable resources along the way.

LINK TO VIDEO: https://youtu.be/jyW6Fs1lnjM?si=w2NLY4MYJ83hVj52

Thank you to the PKD Foundation for inviting CORE Kidney to speak on “Practical Tips for Thriving After Transplant: Life...
06/14/2026

Thank you to the PKD Foundation for inviting CORE Kidney to speak on “Practical Tips for Thriving After Transplant: Lifestyle, Mental Health, and Community Support” session at PKDCON 2026 recently held in Chicago. It was great to reconnect with old colleagues and meeting new ones. Drs. Michel Chonchol Ankit Patel, Heedeok Han and patient advocate ADPKD transplant recipient Mr. Dwight Odland in pictures with Dr. Rastogi!

CORE Kidney would like to thank the seniors of Bruin Beans for their contributions to both organizations throughout this...
06/13/2026

CORE Kidney would like to thank the seniors of Bruin Beans for their contributions to both organizations throughout this past year and their college journey. We are grateful for the opportunity to have worked alongside such talented and dedicated individuals, and we are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We can't wait to see all that you achieve in the future.

Please join us for an engaging and interactive UCLA Health CORE Kidney Grand Rounds for healthcare providers and all who...
06/10/2026

Please join us for an engaging and interactive UCLA Health CORE Kidney Grand Rounds for healthcare providers and all who are interested, featuring our distinguished guest, Dr. Jonathan Zuckerman, MD, PhD, presenting on Pathology of Podocytopathies.

The webinar will include live Q&A, with opportunities to ask questions during the session or submit questions in advance to [email protected].

Register here: tinyurl.com/RENALPathology

Thank you to Dr. Gaddy for her amazing presentation!Dr. Rastogi and the Bruin Beans had the opportunity to attend her pr...
06/10/2026

Thank you to Dr. Gaddy for her amazing presentation!

Dr. Rastogi and the Bruin Beans had the opportunity to attend her presentation on emerging therapies to address persistent proteinuria in patients with IgA Nephropathy.

We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to learn from such an engaging and insightful discussion!

Join CORE Kidney and UCLA Health for FSGS Patient Education Day, an informative program dedicated to education, awarenes...
06/07/2026

Join CORE Kidney and UCLA Health for FSGS Patient Education Day, an informative program dedicated to education, awareness, and support for those affected by FSGS. The event will take place on June 14th from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM PST at the UCLA Ronald Reagan Tamkin Auditorium.

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