ISN Roundtable: From inspiration to impact – planning a successful ISN Educational Ambassador project

Recorded On: 10/15/2026

The ISN Educational Ambassadors Program brings experts to centers around the world to provide hands-on training tailored to local needs, strengthening clinical skills and building sustainable capacity.

Following the release of the Educational Ambassadors Program podcast featuring program leaders, an Educational Ambassador, a host center representative, a Young Nephrologist Committee leader, and ISN staff, join us for an interactive roundtable to continue the conversation. Hear practical advice, lessons learned, and inspiring success stories from those who have experienced the program firsthand.

Whether you are considering hosting an Educational Ambassador, become an Educational Ambassador, or simply want to learn more about the program, this session is an opportunity to ask questions directly to the panel, gain tips for preparing a strong application, and discover how the program can support education and capacity building in your region.

Bring your questions and join the discussion as we prepare for the next Educational Ambassadors application cycle.

Learning objectives:

- Explain the purpose and opportunities offered by the ISN Educational Ambassadors Program
- Identify the key elements of a successful Educational Ambassador project and application.
- Apply practical insights and lessons learned from Educational Ambassadors, host centers, and program leaders when planning future applications.

Further reading:

- ISN Ambassadors Program Site
- ISN Ambassadors Program Guidelines
- Global Kidney Care Podcast – ISN Educational Ambassador Program

Ahad Qayyum

Pakistan

Kornchanok Vareesangthip

Thailand

Dr. Kornchanok Vareesangthip is an Assistant Professor in Nephrology and Consultant Renal Physician in the Renal Division, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand. She received the board of Internal Medicine and Board of Nephrology from Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand. She also had an experienced of Clinical Research Fellowship at Royal Free Hospital, University College London. Currently she is the Chair of Young Nephrologist Committee in The Asia-Pacific Society Nephrology (APSN-YNC). Her other current international positions are member of the Executive Committee and Continuing Medical Education (CME) Committee, The Asia-Pacific Society Nephrology. She also has national positions including the Research Committee, The Royal College of Physicians of Thailand, also Thailand Renal Replacement Therapy Committee and Academic Committee, The Nephrology Society of Thailand. She has special interests are acute kidney injury, end stage renal disease and dialysis.