The N-PATH (Nephrology Partnership for Advancing Technology in Healthcare) program concluded with the 60th European Renal Association 2023 Congress in Milan, Italy. This collaborative initiative aimed to provide advanced training in interventional nephrology to young European nephrologists. Funded by Erasmus+ Knowledge Alliance, N-PATH addressed the global burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the shortage of nephrologists. CKD affects >850 million people worldwide, yet nephrology struggles to attract medical talent, leading to unfilled positions in residency programs. To address this, N-PATH focused on enhancing nephrology education through four specialized modules: renal expert in renal pathology (ReMAP), renal expert in vascular access (ReVAC), renal expert in medical ultrasound (ReMUS) and renal expert in peritoneal dialysis (RePED). ReMAP emphasized the importance of kidney biopsy in nephrology diagnosis and treatment, providing theoretical knowledge and hands-on training. ReVAC centred on vascular access in haemodialysis, teaching trainees about different access types, placement techniques and managing complications. ReMUS recognized the significance of ultrasound in nephrology, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and preparing nephrologists for comprehensive patient care. RePED addressed chronic peritoneal dialysis, offering comprehensive training in patient selection, prescription, monitoring, complications and surgical techniques for catheter insertion. Overall, N-PATH's strategy involved collaborative networks, hands-on training, mentorship, an interdisciplinary approach and the integration of emerging technologies. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills, N-PATH aimed to revitalize interest in nephrology and prepare proficient nephrologists to tackle the challenges of kidney diseases. In conclusion, the N-PATH program aimed to address the shortage of nephrologists and improve the quality of nephrology care in Europe. By providing specialized training, fostering collaboration and promoting patient-centred care, N-PATH aimed to inspire future nephrology professionals to meet the growing healthcare demands related to kidney diseases and elevate the specialty's status within the medical community.

Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences University of Milano Milan Italy

Department of Nephrology and Renal Transplantation University Hospital of Patras Patras Greece

Department of Nephrology General University Hospital Prague and 1st Faculty of Medicine Charles University Prague Czech Republic

Department of Nephrology University Hospital Ospedali Riuniti Foggia Italy

Department of Nephrology University Medical Centre Ljubljana and Faculty of Medicine University of Ljubljana Ljubljana Slovenia

Department of Pathology Amsterdam University Medical Center Amsterdam The Netherlands

Department of Vascular Surgery Maastricht University Medical Center Maastricht The Netherlands

European Renal Association Nephrology Department Fundació Puigvert Institut de Recerca Sant Pau Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Barcelona Spain

European Renal Association University of Würzburg Department of Clinical Research and Epidemiology Würzburg Germany and University of Oxford Nuffield Department of Population Health CTSU Oxford UK

Nephrology Department Parc Taulí Hospital Universitari Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Taulí Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Sabadell Barcelona Spain

Nephrology Unit F Miulli General Hospital Acquaviva delle fonti Bari Italy

Renal Dialysis and Transplantation Unit Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area University of Bari Bari Italy

Vascular Access Society Department of Surgery and Hemodialysis Access Center Shaare Zedek Medical Center Jerusalem Israel

Vascular Access Society Leiden University Medical Center Leiden The Netherlands

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