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community
With the help of our communities in cities across the country and beyond, we provide a forum for patients who want to join in the fight to find treatments and cure for PKD.
Connect with us to find out how you can make a difference in the lives of thousands in the U.S. and millions worldwide.
Walk Volunteer Needed!
We are in search of a key volunteer to lead the efforts for the Pittsburgh Walk for PKD. This volunteer position leads our participant engagement efforts and coordinates day of event logistics. If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please reach out.
Email us at walkforpkd@pkdcure.org with the subject line: Pittsburgh Walk Volunteer Interest and we would be happy to talk to you. Or complete our “Become a Volunteer” form below.
2024 Pittsburgh
Walk for PKD
Saturday, September 21
The Waterfront
Registration/site opens: 8:30 a.m.
Join us this fall and be a part of the largest gathering of the PKD community.
Sign up today and bring treatments to patients faster with 100% of each donation funding life-saving research at
walkforpkd.org/pittsburgh.
If you have questions, email us at pittsburghwalk@pkdcure.org.
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The PKD Foundation is excited to the announce the newest cohort of Centers of Excellence, Partner Clinics, and Pediatric Clinics. If you are looking for the right healthcare providers to help you manage living with PKD, visit our Centers of Excellence page to learn more about the program and to find a Center of Excellence, Partner Clinic, or Pediatric Clinic.
There’s a new way ADPKD Registry participants can step up to provide hope today, and for future generations. The nation’s first dedicated ADPKD Registry is now also one of the first patient registries of any kind to integrate patient-provided health records. Share your health records through your provider’s online portal with a few simple steps on the ADPKD Registry.
Now, as always, the PKD Foundation is committed to our mission of giving hope, advocating for patients, and building a community for all impacted by PKD. We'll continue supporting our community by providing important resources and timely updates on social media. If you have questions or need help navigating this unprecedented health crisis, we are here for you. Email or call (844) PKD-HOPE.
Kristee Adams
PKD Connect Ambassador
I joined the PKD Pittsburgh Chapter over 10 years ago after being diagnosed. With such a great group of people in the Chapter, taking on a leadership role was easy. While PKD impacts all of our lives, we work hard to hopefully lessen the impact on our children and grandchildren.
Nancy Kaminski
PKD Connect Ambassador
Three generations of my family have been affected by PKD and in 2013, I had a successful kidney transplant. I have been involved with the Pittsburgh Chapter for more than 10 years, and Walk Coordinator from 2009–2018. I have met so many people and made good friends through my association with the Foundation — it is a great source of networking and support for those with PKD!
Page last updated August 2023
