Applications for the 2026 NephSIM Nephrons & National Kidney Foundation Mentorship Program are now closed. Applications for the 2027 Program will open in October 2026.

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What is NephSIM Nephrons?
The goal of the 6-month NephSIM Nephrons virtual mentoring program (January – June) is to provide tailored nephrology learning experiences for trainees, stimulate interest in nephrology among medical students and residents, and provide mentorship and networking opportunities. Check out the 2026 schedule below.

Trainees will be assigned 1 Faculty Mentor and a small group (“Tubule”) with 2-3 NephSIM Nephrons Faculty Mentors/6-9 trainees. The group will meet throughout the 6 month period, and also have the opportunity for 1:1 meetings with Faculty Mentors. All trainees will be invited to participate in monthly virtual educational events and a career panel. Trainees will also have the opportunity to participate in a monthly, asynchronous curriculum, designed for trainees.

Who can apply & how?
Medical students, residents, or anyone (residing in the United States/Puerto Rico) who has not yet applied for/started/completed Nephrology training.

Questions? Email nephsim@kidney.org