Following an incredible day at the London Marathon, we are delighted to share that our amazing runners — Madelaine Simpson, Matthew Britt and Michael Woodward — have now raised an outstanding £5,880, with donations still coming in. Taking on the 26.2-mile challenge in support of the Guy’s and St Thomas’ Kidney
General News
Remembering George Brown
We are deeply saddened to share the passing of George Brown on 7 April 2026. George was a cornerstone of the Guy’s and St Thomas’ Kidney Patients’ Association (GSTTKPA), having supported the charity since September 2005. Over more than a decade of active volunteering, he gave an extraordinary amount of
Join us at the National Kidney Federation Annual Event 2026
Guy’s and St Thomas’ Kidney Patients Association (GSTTKPA) is proud to support the upcoming National Kidney Federation Annual Event 2026, taking place from Friday 2nd October to Saturday 3rd October 2026 at North Promenade, Sea Front, Blackpool. This fantastic annual event brings together kidney patients, carers, families, healthcare professionals and
GSTTKPA team goes the extra mile at the London Marathon
The Guy’s and St Thomas’ Kidney Patients Association (GSTTKPA) was proudly represented at this year’s London Marathon by Chair, Shevanti Sandy, who was there to cheer on and support three incredible runners raising funds and awareness for the renal community. Ahead of the race, Shevanti was pictured with one of
KPA website review – Your feedback is welcome
The Guy’s and St Thomas’ Kidney Patients Association is undertaking a review of this website to ensure all content remains accurate, relevant, and supportive to the needs of kidney patients, their families, and carers. We plan to resume our charitable activities and we remain grateful for your support. Donations can still
National Kidney Federation KPA Event on 14 March 2026
The NKF’s KPA Day, which will take place on Saturday 14th March 2026, at the Leonardo Royal Hotel in Birmingham. We are delighted to announce, Prof. Smeeta Sinha, Consultant Nephrologist, NHS England Clinical Director Renal Medicine and Ron Cullen CEO UKKA, will be our speakers this year. There is a
National Kidney Federation Annual Event 11th-12th October 2025
Heading to the NKF Annual Event this October? It’s all happening Saturday 11th – Sunday 12th October at the Hilton Hotel, East Midlands Airport, DE74 2YZ – make sure you’re all set… Book your Day Delegate Ticket directly with the NKF for the main event day on Sunday 12th October!
Show your support to tackle the issues and costs associated with Chronic Kidney Disease
Please show your support to tackle the issues and costs associated with Chronic Kidney Disease. This letter highlights the increasing need and costs to manage Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). If you support this could you forward/email your name to chair@gsttkpa.org as soon as possible and in any event by close of
Home Dialysis Campaign Manifesto
We are pleased to support The National Kidney Federation’s ‘Home Dialysis Campaign Manifesto’, for Increasing Home Dialysis in England for the Benefit of Patients and the NHS. Report & Recommendations to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, the NHS and the Kidney Charities following the Home Dialysis
Help inform how artificial intelligence can help progress in healthcare for kidney patients
Dr. Elham Asgari is a Consultant Nephrologist, she is researching care for kidney patients, in particular how artificial intelligence can help and is looking for kidney patients to join the discussion. Dr. Elham Asgari has written the following letter… Dear kidney patient community, I am a nephrologist at Guy’s Hospital