More than 15,000 physicians and scientists, all committed to preventing kidney disease and making life better for patients, work together as members of the American Society of Nephrology (ASN). Whether providing expert care to patients, performing cutting-edge medical research, or training the next generation of kidney experts, these nephrologists change lives. ASN funds research, convenes world-renowned meetings and generates educational tools that enable nephrologists to be most effective. Through advocacy, ASN informs policymakers about issues of importance to kidney doctors and their patients. Building on a 50-year history, ASN brings rigor, integrity, and ingenuity to all its work. ASN (Federal Tax ID: 52-6078378) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization.