Council on Renal Nutrition (CRN)
Mission Statement The NKF Council on Renal Nutrition (CRN) functions as a professional council within the framework of the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) and networks with other organizations to support the National Kidney Foundation's goal of making lives better for those with chronic kidney disease through education, outreach and research in the field of nutrition as it pertains to prevention, eradication and treatment of kidney and urologic diseases. Goals:
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CRN Executive Council
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Chair |
Jill Hoyt, RDN, CD, FNKF |
| Chair-Elect | Ruba Jibreen, MS, RD, CSR, LD, MBA, FNKF |
| Immediate Past Chair | Nikki Stevenson, RD, CD, FNKF |
| Membership Chair | Marisol Kramer, RD, LDN, FNKF |
| Research and Publications Chair | Elizabeth Sussman-Dabach, PhD, RD, FCRS |
| Education Chair | Marie Theagene, MS, RD, CSR, CDN, CDCES |
| SCM Program Chair | Janelle Gonyea, RDN, LD, FNKF |
| SCM Program Co-Chair | Rachael Majorowicz, RDN, CSR, LD, FNKF |
| Chapter Advisor | Sara Prato, MS, RDN, CSR |
| Chapter Advisor | Tanika Carr, RD |
| Chapter Advisor | Greg Wisont, Phd, MPH, RD, CD |
Membership
At the National Kidney Foundation, we honor Dietitians as an integral part of the kidney care team. That’s why we’re committed to providing support for nephrology dietitians to enhance patient care and achieve optimal outcomes.
As representatives and advocates for NKF’s dietitian membership body, the Council on Renal Nutrition (CRN) coordinates with other professional health organizations to promote effectiveness and develop valuable resources and education for renal dietitians. CRN helps protect the interests of practitioners, the nutritional well-being of patients, and works to affect changes in kidney healthcare legislation and public policies.
When you become an NKF Professional Member, you unlock a world of professional opportunities including accredited education, the latest in kidney research, and an unparalleled network of resources. Access tools for your practice and for your patients, all in one place. A portion of your dues are directed to NKF's research endowment fund and supports our lifesaving patient programs and services. Make NKF your professional home today!
Experience the advantages of NKF membership. Join today and make NKF your professional home.
CRN Membership Chair: Marisol Kramer, RD, LDN, FNKF, mkramer@plrenal.com
Member Spotlight
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Our NKF Professional Members make a meaningful impact every day in transforming kidney care. Their voice, expertise, and lived experience drive innovation, elevate standards, and help shape the future of nephrology. Highlighting their member expereince showcases the power of collaboration and professional growth found within NKF’s membership community—where leaders connect, learn, and advance care together.
Inspired by what you see? Join NKF Professional Membership to add your voice, expand your impact, and be part of a community advancing kidney health nationwide.
Elections
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) supports four professional Councils—representing nurses and technicians, social workers, dietitians, and advanced practice providers—who serve as leaders within the NKF Professional Membership program. Each Council is guided by an Executive Council (EC), a volunteer advisory group that helps shape NKF’s efforts to advance nephrology practice, promote education, influence policy, foster professional growth, and improve outcomes for patients with kidney disease.
EC Officers play a vital role in driving annual projects, supporting member engagement, and contributing to NKF’s mission. Election cycles provide members with the opportunity to step into leadership roles and help represent their profession at the national level.
The 2026 election season includes open officer positions across all Councils, with nominations opening January 7 and voting taking place February 23 – March 13, 2026. Newly elected officers will be announced in March and will begin onboarding in June.
By participating in the election process, NKF Professional Members help shape the future of nephrology and strengthen the voice of their respective disciplines within the broader kidney care community.
Roles Open for CRN for the 2026-2028 term are:
Research and Publications Chair
For Questions please contact:
CRN Membership Chair: Marisol Kramer, RD, LDN, FNKF, mkramer@plrenal.com
Annual Calendar
Executive Council terms run from June 1st through May 31st. The RenaLink Newsletter is published quarterly; annual production schedules are shared in advance.
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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January – March
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March – May
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Awards
The four NKF Executive Councils acknowledge the contributions of their members and those impacting the kidney community through annual awards given at the NKF Spring Clinical Meetings (SCM). The Executive Councils encourage members and the public to consider submitting nominations for these awards annually. Winners receive free registration to attend SCM, and are celebrated at the NKF Executive Councils Award and Networking Reception.
CRN Council Awards | 2026 CRN Award WinnersNKF Mission To revolutionize the fight to save lives by eliminating preventable kidney disease, accelerating innovation for the dignity of the patient experience, and dismantling structural inequities in kidney care, dialysis, and transplantation. | Questions? membership@kidney.org |
