National Kidney Foundation of Malaysia Convenes Experts for Innovative Chronic Kidney Disease Solutions

Strategic Insights -

The 18th Annual Dialysis Conference (ADC 2025) brought together over 500 healthcare professionals to address the pressing issue of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Malaysia. The conference, officiated by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, emphasized the need for collaboration and policy alignment to combat CKD. With more than 50,000 patients reliant on dialysis in Malaysia, the event highlighted the urgency and compassion required to address this health challenge.

Key Takeaways:

  • Over 500 healthcare professionals attended the 18th Annual Dialysis Conference (ADC 2025), making it one of the country's largest renal care platforms.
  • The conference focused on future dialysis models, kidney transplantation, green nephrology, vascular access, vaccination, and quality of life for patients.
  • Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad reaffirmed the government's commitment to boosting early detection and collaboration with partners like the National Kidney Foundation of Malaysia (NKF).
  • More than 50,000 patients in Malaysia are dependent on dialysis, and this number continues to rise each year.
  • The HIV and CKD Symposium addressed treatment, stigma, and dialysis access for HIV-positive patients, as well as the physical, spiritual, and emotional adjustment of dialysis patients.
  • Dr Dzulkefly commended NKF for its leadership in advancing dialysis care, supporting patients, and driving advocacy and education.
  • The Health Ministry plans to prioritize early action through public education on diabetes and hypertension, boost early detection and screening, strengthen equitable access to quality dialysis and transplantation services, and support research and innovation in renal care.
  • The World Health Assembly Resolution 78, adopted in 2025, placed kidney disease on the World Health Organisation's Non-Communicable Disease agenda, marking a pivotal moment in global CKD awareness and action.

Statistics:

  • Over 50,000 patients in Malaysia are dependent on dialysis.
  • More than 500 healthcare professionals attended the ADC 2025 conference.
  • The Health Ministry plans to expand public education on diabetes and hypertension, with a focus on primary care settings.
  • The Health Ministry aims to strengthen equitable access to quality dialysis and transplantation services.
  • The World Health Assembly Resolution 78 adopted kidney disease on the World Health Organisation's Non-Communicable Disease agenda.

Sources:

  • "PETALING JAYA: National Kidney Foundation of Malaysia convenes experts for innovative chronic kidney disease solutions". The Star. 18 March 2025.
  • "Health Minister officiates at ADC 2025, pledges to tackle chronic kidney disease". Health Minister's Office. 17 March 2025.