Tampa, Fla., March 26, 2007 - The American Association of Kidney Patients (AAKP), a national non-profit organization directed by kidney patients for kidney patients, today announced Roberta Wager, RN, MSN, as its new president. Ms. Wager is a seasoned renal professional with deep roots in the kidney community.

Ms. Wager is a former hemodialysis patient and a two-time kidney transplant patient. She works as an In-Service Coordinator with Fresenius Medical Care in San Antonio, TX. She serves on the Medical Advisory Board of the South Texas Chapter of the National Kidney Foundation and is active with the University of Texas School of Nursing Alumni Council. Before taking on the role as President of AAKP, she was President of the AAKP Lone Star Chapter and Vice President of the AAKP Board of Directors.

“Bobbi’s passion for the renal community is evident in everything she does,” says AAKP Executive Director/CEO Kris Robinson. “She is committed to educating the public about renal diseases, improving quality of life for all kidney patients and making sure the nation’s lawmakers pass legislation ensuring renal patients received the best care possible.”

“What I have always loved about AAKP is the fact that this is a patient organization,” says Wager. “I look forward to collaborating with talented renal professionals and patients – both inside the organization and out – working to ensure patient care is top priority.”

Congratulations to Roberta Wager on becoming the new AAKP President. If you would like more information, contact the AAKP National Office at (800) 749-AAKP.

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AAKP is the voluntary, patient organization, which for more than 35 years, has been dedicated to improving the lives of fellow kidney patients and their families by helping them deal with the physical, emotional and social impact of kidney disease. The programs offered by AAKP inform and inspire patients and their families to better understand their condition, adjust more readily to their circumstances, and assume more normal, productive lives in their communities.