You're often the first to identify and manage the overlapping cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic conditions that make up CKM syndrome. With these conditions becoming increasingly common, an integrated approach can help you identify risk earlier, reduce fragmented care and support better outcomes for your patients.
The AAFP has developed new resources to help you put that approach into practice. You'll find evidence-based guidance on CKM risk factors and pathophysiology, stage-specific management, monitoring and referral. You'll also find tools to support shared decision-making based on your patients' preferences, comorbidities and quality-of-life goals.
Explore the resources and consider how they can support CKM care in your practice. Patient-friendly materials are also available on familydoctor.org to help your patients and their caregivers better understand CKM syndrome, risk factors, symptoms and steps they can take to protect their health.