Tampa, Fla., April 2, 2008 – The American Association of Kidney Patients (AAKP) is accepting nominations for its 2008-2009 National Board of Directors. AAKP is a national non-profit kidney organization directed by patients for patients focused on giving patients the tools necessary to be the leader of their healthcare team. The elections are held in July with new members seated in August during AAKP’s 2008 Annual Convention in Washington, D.C. Board members serve two-year terms. The deadline to submit nominations is May 23, 2008.

The AAKP National Board of Directors is responsible for establishing goals and policies for the Association. In addition, they are responsible for attending three meetings per year, which may require travel, participation in conference calls and committee membership.

In keeping with the bylaws of the Association, more than 50 percent of the National Board of Directors must be comprised of kidney disease patients including chronic kidney disease (CKD), dialysis patients and transplant recipients. The president must also be a patient. 

For more information or to request a nomination form, please contact AAKP at (800) 749-AAKP or visit the AAKP Web site to download a copy of the nomination application. Self nominations are encouraged.
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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.