Watch to hear from Giovanna Dicandia and Dr. Shireen Kassam on how plant-based diets and lifestyle medicine can support kidney health and sustainability in clinical practice.
Dr. Shireen Kassam – Haematologist, Founder of Plant-Based Health Professionals UK
Dr. Kassam is an internationally recognised advocate for bringing plant-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine into mainstream healthcare. Her work bridges clinical practice, education and planetary health, empowering professionals to integrate evidence-based, sustainable nutrition into patient care.
Giovanna DiCandia – Registered Nurse and Lifestyle Medicine Advocate
With over 15 years of experience in patient-centred care, Giovanna champions prevention through holistic health. Her mission is to inspire healthcare professionals, especially nurses, to embrace plant-based nutrition as a cornerstone of disease prevention and remission, improving human health while tackling climate change.
Together, they explore how plant-based diets and lifestyle medicine can transform kidney care; supporting patient outcomes, reducing disease burden, and contributing to healthcare sustainability.
Expect an uplifting and practical session that blends science, compassion, and a vision for a more sustainable future in nephrology.
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