Gates Colbert, MD
@DoctorGates
Nephrologist & AHSCP Hypertension Specialist. BUMC Nephrology Co-PD. Active in Healthcare Advocacy, Research, and Kidney Care. #NephJC #NSMC
A great weekend at @RPANephrology conference. Capped it off with the clinical session day. @NephroShah @edgarvlermamd @SWadhwaniMD @NWiegley @SwethaKanduriMD



Sparsentan: a dual endothelin and angiotensin II receptor antagonist (DEARA) approved for IgA nephropathy (IgAN) ca 2025 from @DoctorGates @HecmagsMD @AnnaGaddy @M_Elraggal #Nephpearls tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10…
It would be kind of funny if AI ended up getting stupider over time b/c of all the dumb stuff we put on the internet
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I recently joined @DoctorGates for two mini episodes on #C3G, where we discussed diagnostic challenges & emerging treatments. Grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the conversation & share what we’re learning!! reachmd.com/programs/front… reachmd.com/programs/front…
Optimization of Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone Inhibitor (RASi) Therapies for Evidence-Based Indications: a Call to Action From the Cardio-Kidney Community ca. 2025 from @KIReports @ISNkidneycare @goKDIGO @RPANephrology @ASPCardio #Nephpearls #Cardiorenal 👉🏼…
❤️ May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month! Hypertension is the “silent killer”—often with no symptoms. Regular checks can help prevent heart disease. 🩺🫀 #TXACP #HeartHealth #Hypertension #PreventativeHealth #InternalMedicine
AI ability to remove the distracting random heads is amazing. @nkf Also maybe we should be plant based in our diets ✅


First session for @nkf spring meeting. Trying to get updated on acid-base physiology


Thank you to everyone who joined us for this informative session and thank you again to @NateraNeph for their support! #RPA2025 @RPANephrology
A great group effort on describing the latest large trial landscape for treatment in diabetic kidney disease.
Diabetic Kidney Disease (DKD) ca. 2025 from @ElsevierConnect @AnnaGaddy @M_Elraggal @HecmagsMD @DoctorGates #Nephpearls 👉 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39753456/
“This certificate program is exactly what's needed when you're trying to figure out the healthcare landscape… and how we can optimize patient care by using resources effectively.” – Gates Colbert, MD, FASN
Please check the Education session if you're attending the event! #RPA2025

A fantastic evening honoring kidney patients and volunteers. Happy to see my co-fellow Dr Thomas @DallasRenal too! @NKFTexas



We had a great @texmed Advocacy day. Our Dallas group met with 3 TxLeg offices to discuss healthcare in Texas #Firsttuesdays @DallasCMS


BREAKING NEWS: The FDA has approved Ozempic for patients with kidney disease. This means the injection can be used to reduce the risk of kidney disease worsening, kidney failure and death from cardiovascular disease in patients with CKD and diabetes. cnbc.com/2025/01/28/nov…
Joining #NephJC tonight concerning lower K baths using SZC. Mainly following on BlueSky as we navigate a house divided