Episode 155: GLP-1, Weight Loss & Kidney Transplant Eligibility | Beyond The Scale (Part 2)

GLP-1 medications are being talked about everywhere right now — but what do they mean for people living with chronic kidney disease and dialysis?

In Part 2 of this two-part series, we focus on GLP-1 receptor agonists, how these medications work, and what kidney patients need to understand when considering weight loss treatments in the context of kidney transplant eligibility.

For many people living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), weight can influence access to transplant surgery. But navigating weight loss while on dialysis is complex, and treatments like GLP-1 medications should always be considered with specialist guidance.

In this episode of the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, host Dee Moore is joined by Dr Adrian Brown, Associate Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, NIHR Advanced Fellow, and Senior Specialist Weight-Management and Bariatric Dietitian.

Together they explore:

• What GLP-1 receptor agonists are and how they work • Why these medications must never be used without medical supervision • The risks of buying weight-loss treatments online • How GLP-1 medications may be considered for some kidney patients • Why conversations about weight and transplant eligibility are often more complex than people realise

This episode highlights the importance of evidence-based information, patient safety, and open conversations between patients and their renal teams.

⚠️ This episode is for educational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice. Always speak with your healthcare team about your individual circumstances.

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Part 1 of this series explores BMI, dialysis, and kidney transplant eligibility in more detail.

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