Kevin R Regner

Kevin R. Regner, MD, MS, FASN, serves as Interim Chair and Professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), affiliated with Froedtert Hospital. His expertise lies in nephrology, specializing in acute and chronic kidney diseases, hepatorenal syndrome, and renal replacement therapy. He leads the HRS-HARMONY Consortium, focusing on outcomes research in cirrhosis-related kidney injuries.

Education: MD from MCW (2001), followed by internal medicine residency and nephrology fellowship at Mayo Clinic (2004–2007). Board-certified in internal medicine and nephrology.

Research interests include kidney injury mechanisms in critically ill patients, particularly cirrhosis-associated conditions. His work bridges clinical practice and translational research, emphasizing biomarkers and therapeutic interventions. Over 100 peer-reviewed publications highlight his contributions to nephrology and hepatorenal interactions.

Key achievements: FASN designation, leadership in national consortiums, and innovations in simulation-based medical education. Clinical focus on elderly patients with chronic kidney disease, emphasizing quality-of-life-centered care.