Living Kidney Donor Webinar: Health & Wellness Tips for Improving Donor Candidacy
Event Details
calendar_today Wed 4/1/2026
access_time 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
computer Virtual
local_activity Free

Description

Are you considering becoming a living kidney donor or supporting someone who is? Join the USC Living Donor Wellness Program for a free, recurring bi-monthly webinar focused on promoting health and wellness for potential living kidney donors. This 45-minute virtual session is designed to help you understand the donor evaluation process, eligibility requirements, and how to improve your health to increase your chances of becoming a donor.

Led by Susan Kim, Living Donor Wellness Program Manager and Clinical Dietitian, and Emma Schiewe, Lifestyle Redesign Occupational Therapist, this webinar offers practical, evidence-based guidance to help you prepare for a living kidney donation. Whether you’re currently in the donation process or just beginning to explore it, this session will help you take the first steps toward a safe and successful donation experience.

This event is for the Living Kidney Donor webinar. To see the Living Liver Donor webinar schedule, visit this link.

For questions about the event, or to change your reservation, please contact DonateWell@med.usc.edu.

What We Will Cover

  • What to expect at the living kidney donor evaluation.
  • Overview of the nutritional criteria for donor eligibility.
  • How to prepare for the donor evaluation and testing.

  • Wellness strategies to improve your candidacy from a clinical dietitian.
  • Lifestyle and functional health tips from an occupational therapist.

Frequently Asked Questions

This is a virtual event that you can attend remotely on your computer or phone.

Anyone interested in living kidney donation, including potential donors and their families, is welcome to attend.

The webinar is 45 minutes long and hosted on Zoom. A registration link will be provided in advance.

Yes! Attendees will receive downloadable educational materials, including a Mediterranean diet handout and wellness resources.