Our missions
Founded by Gabonese nephrologists, the Gabonese Society of Nephrology (SOGANEPH) aims to develop nephrology in all its branches: prevention, management of kidney disease, dialysis and kidney transplantation. It seeks to be the partner of health authorities, nephrologists in Africa and around the world, health professionals and patient associations.
Prevention
Designing a national strategy for the prevention of chronic kidney disease and raising public awareness of risk factors: high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, self-medication, insufficient hydration.
Screening
Organising free screening every year on World Kidney Day (blood pressure, blood sugar, urine test) in Libreville and the provinces, to detect the disease before it becomes serious.
Training health professionals
Training doctors, nurses and technicians in the management of kidney failure and dialysis through courses, workshops, seminars and congresses. Awarding training grants to students and young nephrologists.
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Dialysis and care
Harmonising the management of kidney disease in Gabon, improving the quality of dialysis and preparing for the arrival of kidney transplantation.
Patient support
Promoting and supporting associations of people living with kidney disease, and making their voices heard by the public authorities.
Research
Creating the Gabon Kidney Registry (REREGA), developing research in nephrology, dialysis and transplantation, and launching a national scientific journal.
Our organisation
SOGANEPH is led by an executive board elected for three years: president, vice-president, secretary general, treasurer general and their deputies. Three committees carry out its work: Prevention of chronic kidney disease, Management of kidney disease and Research, training and coordination. Its head office is at the National Haemodialysis Centre in Libreville.
Become a member
SOGANEPH welcomes specialist physicians, researchers and pharmacists (full members), allied health professionals, users and members of associations, whether Gabonese or not (associate members), as well as medical interns and students (junior members, no fee). Any person or organisation providing material support to the society may become a benefactor member.
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