KUALA LUMPUR, October 31 – The National Kidney Foundation of Malaysia (NKF) successfully hosted its 18th Annual Dialysis Conference (ADC 2025) on 11–12 October at One World Hotel, Petaling Jaya, officiated by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad, who reaffirmed the government’s commitment to advancing kidney care and innovation in chronic kidney disease (CKD) management.

Themed “INNOVATE, ELEVATE, TRANSFORM,” the two-day conference gathered over 500 healthcare professionals, highlighting advancements in dialysis, transplantation, and patient quality of life. NKF Chairman Dato’ Dr. Zaki Morad Mohamed Zaher emphasized that the event comes at a pivotal moment following the World Health Assembly’s adoption of Resolution 78.

Which formally recognizes kidney disease as a global health priority—underscoring Malaysia’s continued efforts to strengthen prevention, access, and holistic renal care.