New FDA-Approved Treatment for RKD

The FDA has approved Gazyva® (obinutuzumab) for adults and children ages 2 and older with idiopathic nephrotic syndrome that began in childhood and is frequently relapsing (FRNS) or steroid-dependent (SDNS). More information coming soon. Please visit our Patient Navigation tool for support.

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At NephCure, our mission is fueled by the passion and commitment of our diverse team, united in the fight against rare, protein-spilling kidney diseases. Get to know the faces behind the mission.

Join a team where your work directly impacts patients and families, contributing to better treatments, awareness, and support for rare kidney diseases. Our collaborative environment encourages innovation, ensuring your unique perspective is valued. If you're passionate about meaningful work, join NephCure and be part of a dedicated team. Explore our open positions and make a difference every day.

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Michael Levine

President

Irving Smokler, PhD

Board Chairman

Joshua M. Tarnoff

Chief Executive Officer

Amanda Skeens

Community Leader

Elise Warhaftig

Community Leader

Juli Millas

Community Leader

Lisa Cimino

Community Leader

Andrea Jacobs

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Jessica Critzer Fox

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Cassie Sterling

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Shannon Mulroy

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Jorden Albright

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Krista Kingston

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Ariana Barton

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Tracey D’Attanasio

Community Leader

Lauren Eva

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Britta Dornan, MPA

Vice President, External Affairs

Brittney Parris, MS, RD, CDN

Director, Patient Education

Kimberly Figgs, MHA

Director, Community Engagement

Kylie Karley

Director, Marketing & Communications

Matthew Johnson

Director, Government Relations & Advocacy

Rachel Slattery

Director, Events Strategy

Matthias Kretzler, M.D.

SAB Chairman: Professor, Internal Medicine Research

Rebecca Cook

Director, Strategic Operations

Gerald Appel, M.D., Ph.D.

Director of Clinical Nephrology

Laura Barisoni, M.D.

Professor of Pathology and Medicine

Daniel C. Cattran, M.D.

Professor of Medicine

Alessia Fornoni, M.D., Ph.D

Professor of Medicine and Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology

Friedhelm Hildebrandt, M.D.

Chief Director of Nephrology

Lawrence B. Holzman, M.D.

Chief, Renal Electrolyte and Hypertension

Frederick Kaskel, M.D., Ph.D.

Vice Chairman of Pediatrics and Director of Pediatric Nephrology

Jeffrey B. Kopp, M.D.

Chief of the Kidney Diseases Branch

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