The below is a list of the key consumer contacts and kidney societies operating in the kidney space throughout Aotearoa, New Zealand.
There are four major Kidney Societies currently operating in New Zealand - The Kidney Society (previously known as Auckland District Kidney Society - ADKS), the Christchurch Kidney Society (CKS), the Wellington Kidney Society (WELLKiSS,) and the Otago Kidney Society. The details for these societies, plus their respective operating areas can be found below.
Kidney Health New Zealand
We support New Zealanders and their whānau nationwide through every stage of their kidney journey, from early detection testing to advice and resources.
The Kidney Society (Previously ADKS - The Kidney Society)
Based in Auckland, The Kidney Society primarily offers support from the middle of the North Island to Northland.
The Kidney Society has a lot of patient resources available - and operates a number of dialysis houses in the Auckland area. Some special resources on offer from the Kidney Society include kidney friendly exercises and wellness tips on their YouTube channel.
The Christchurch Kidney Society
Based in Christchurch, the Christchurch Kidney Society (CKS) offers support to the entirety of the South Island - partly due to all South Island kidney transplants being conducted at Christchurch Hospital.
With patients in the South Island travelling to Christchurch for treatment, workups, visits or other reasons, CKS is a great organization that can help all kinds of patients access equitable support.
Otago Kidney Society
Based in Otago, they support patients from their regional catchment area.
Wellington Kidney Society (WELLKiSS)
Based in Wellington, they support patients from their regional catchment area. You can contact them at:
Bay of Plenty Renal Patient Council
The BOP Renal Patient Council is a group of patients living with kidney disease, who are creating space for urihaumate and whānau to give voice, consult into, and feedback their lived experience about the organisation and delivery of care for people with kidney disease.
If you need to contact a Dialysis Unit, Transplant Coordinator or Renal Dietician please click below:
