Puget Sound Kidney Centers

02/20/2026

📣 Celebrating Black History Month 🙌🏾

This month, we honor trailblazers who make history every day. Today we spotlight Dr. Silas Norman, a pioneering transplant nephrologist whose work has transformed the lives of people living with kidney disease. 👨🏾‍⚕️❤️‍🩹

Dr. Norman, born and raised in Detroit, has dedicated his career to advancing kidney transplant care, expanding access to underserved communities, and promoting health equity across the U.S. He’s played a key role in making transplant opportunities more accessible — from creating programs for HIV-positive patients to building outreach clinics that serve patients who need them most. 🌍✨

As a longtime leader with the American Kidney Fund and a champion for equitable care, Dr. Norman reminds us why representation and culturally aware care matter — especially for communities disproportionately affected by kidney disease. 👏🏾👩🏾‍⚕️👨🏽‍⚕️

This Black History Month, we celebrate his commitment to compassion, access, and impact. Let’s honor the legacy of leaders like Dr. Norman — whose work inspires patients and providers alike. 🖤

In honor of Black History Month, we are celebrating our Dr. Silas Norman, who has worked throughout his career as a transplant nephrologist to advance health equity and advocate for improvements to health and quality of life for people living with kidney disease

02/19/2026

Your support helps fund vital programs like nutrition supplements, transportation assistance and more! Consider supporting our work today—see ways to give: https://www.pskc.net/ways-to-give/.

02/18/2026

Cooking tip: Rinsing canned beans and vegetables can reduce sodium—an easy way to help support kidney health! Get more nutrition tips on our website.

People with chronic kidney disease need to pay close attention to their diet. Find low-salt, kidney-friendly foods, and see which ones you should avoid.

02/17/2026

From patient care technicians to nurses and administrators, every role at Puget Sound Kidney Centers helps improve lives. Interested in meaningful work? View open positions at www.pskc.net/careers.

02/16/2026

Think you know kidney disease? Let’s bust some myths! From what causes CKD to who’s at risk, we debunk 5 common misconceptions about kidney disease.

Think kidney disease shows early signs or only affects the elderly? Learn the truth behind 5 common myths and how early detection can save lives.

02/13/2026

Store-bought pasta sauces are often packed with sodium. The good news is, it’s easy to make your own! Try our Spicy Marinara sauce today—get the full recipe here: https://www.pskc.net/recipes/low-sodium-spicy-marinara/.

02/12/2026

A new report shows deceased-donor organ donations in the U.S. fell in 2025 for the first time in over a decade, leading to 116 fewer kidney transplants compared with 2024. Over 100,000 people still wait for life-saving organs. Read more.

A new report says organ donations from the recently deceased dropped last year, resulting in fewer kidney transplants

02/11/2026

Staying active matters — even small movements like short walks or chair stretches can boost energy, support heart and kidney health, and help manage blood pressure. See tips for activity on or off dialysis.

Living with kidney disease can bring changes to your daily routine — but one thing that remains important is staying active. Regular movement can help improve your energy, support heart and kidney health, manage blood pressure, and even boost your mood. The good news? You don’t need to start run...

02/10/2026

Supporting Puget Sound Kidney Centers means supporting access to care and life-saving treatment for our community. Your donation truly makes a difference. Learn more at https://www.pskc.net/ways-to-give/.

02/09/2026

🏈💙💚 Congratulations, Seattle Seahawks!

From all of us at Puget Sound Kidney Centers, congratulations to the Seahawks on their Super Bowl win! We’re proud to cheer on our hometown team and celebrate this exciting moment for the Pacific Northwest.

Here’s to community pride, perseverance, and that unmistakable PNW spirit. Go Hawks! 🏆

Pictured: Some of our Monroe staff and a Monroe patient repping some Seahawk gear on Blue Friday!

02/09/2026

Dr. Clive O. Callender has made a huge difference in the transplant field, developing the first minority directed dialysis and transplant center, boosting Black organ donation and championing equity. Learn more: https://washingtonian.com/2024/03/29/pioneering-transplant-surgeon-clive-o-callender-on-giving-more-people-of-color-a-second-chance-at-life/

A long recovery from a childhood illness started the Howard University doctor on his path.

02/06/2026

Hosting or attending a Super Bowl party? 🏈 Make it kidney-friendly! Check out our low-sodium Super Bowl snack ideas — from Thai shrimp kebabs to fruit salad and protein bars — that keep flavor high and sodium low: https://www.pskc.net/low-sodium-kidney-friendly-super-bowl-snacks/.