Kidney Education Can PREVENT Dialysis

What do the 5 stages of kidney disease actually mean? If you've recently been told you have **Stage 2, Stage 3, Stage 3B, Stage 4, or Stage 5 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)**, this video is for you. As a Nephrology Nurse Practitioner, I explain kidney disease the same way I do in clinic—in plain English. You'll learn what your eGFR, protein in your urine (albuminuria/uACR), and CKD stage actually mean, why they matter, and what you can do to help protect your kidneys. The earlier you understand your kidney disease, the more empowered you'll be to work with your healthcare team to slow progression whenever possible. In this episode of Kidney University, we'll cover: ✅ The 5 stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) explained ✅ What eGFR means and why your kidney numbers matter ✅ Why protein in your urine (albuminuria) is so important ✅ Stage 3A vs. Stage 3B kidney disease ✅ When dialysis becomes a possibility—and why many people never need it for years ✅ Common causes of kidney disease, including high blood pressure and diabetes ✅ Kidney stones, gout, and how they can affect kidney health ✅ What you can do today to help protect your kidneys Whether you've been diagnosed with **CKD Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3, Stage 4, or Stage 5**, this video will help you better understand your diagnosis and prepare you for conversations with your nephrologist or primary care provider. 📘 *FREE RESOURCE & eBOOK* Download my "100 Kidney Disease Questions & Answers" eBook: 👉 https://stan.store/TheneighborhoodNP/... 👩🏽‍⚕️ *Subscribe for weekly kidney education:* If this video helped you understand kidney disease a little better, please: 👍 Like this video 💬 Comment your CKD stage (if you're comfortable sharing) or tell me one thing you learned today. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss a new episode of **Kidney University**. *Remember:* This video is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always discuss your individual health concerns with your healthcare provider. --- Chapters 00:00 Why You Should Know Your Kidney Disease Stage 01:00 Meet Your Neighborhood NP 02:00 What Causes Chronic Kidney Disease? 03:30 How CKD Is Diagnosed (eGFR & Albuminuria) 05:00 Stage 1 Kidney Disease 06:00 Stage 2 Kidney Disease 07:00 Stage 3A & Stage 3B Kidney Disease 09:00 Kidney Stones & Gout Explained 10:00 Stage 4 Kidney Disease 11:00 Stage 5 Kidney Disease & Dialysis 12:00 Why Protein in Your Urine Matters 13:00 What You Can Do to Protect Your Kidneys --- About This Channel Welcome to The Neighborhood NP, where healthcare finally makes sense. I'm Erica, a Family Nurse Practitioner, nephrology provider, educator, and founder dedicated to helping everyday people understand their health in plain English. On this channel you'll find practical, evidence-based videos about: 🩺 Kidney disease & nephrology ❤️ High blood pressure, diabetes, and chronic disease management 👵 Healthy aging & caregiving 📊 Understanding your labs and medical tests 💊 Medications, prevention, and navigating the healthcare system 👩🏽‍⚕️ Behind-the-scenes life as a Nurse Practitioner 💼 Building a healthcare business and personal brand My goal isn't just to teach medicine—it's to help you become a more informed patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional so you can make confident decisions about your health. Because the more you understand your body, the better you can advocate for it. Subscribe and join thousands of people learning to take control of their health—one video at a time. --- #KidneyDisease #CKD #ChronicKidneyDisease #KidneyHealth #KidneyFailure #Nephrology #Dialysis #KidneyFunction #eGFR #Albuminuria #ProteinInUrine #HighBloodPressure #Diabetes #KidneyStones #Stage3CKD #Stage4CKD #Stage5CKD #ChronicKidneyDiseaseAwareness #KidneyEducation #KidneyUniversity #TheNeighborhoodNP