Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast | Living with Kidney Disease
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is a kidney health podcast sharing real stories, expert insight and practical information about chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the kidney disease journey, including dialysis and kidney transplant.
Hosted by kidney patient advocate Dee Moore, the podcast brings together patients, clinicians and specialists to have honest conversations about the realities of living with kidney disease. From managing CKD and preparing for dialysis to transplant eligibility, weight management, mental health and navigating the healthcare system, each episode aims to inform, encourage and empower.
Whether you are newly diagnosed with CKD, currently on dialysis, waiting for a transplant, supporting a loved one, or working in kidney care, this podcast offers trusted information, lived experience and hope from people who truly understand the journey.
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is produced in partnership with Kidney Care UK and is dedicated to supporting and empowering the kidney community.
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is a kidney health podcast sharing real stories, expert insight and practical information about chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the kidney disease journey, including dialysis and kidney transplant.
Hosted by kidney patient advocate Dee Moore, the podcast brings together patients, clinicians and specialists to have honest conversations about the realities of living with kidney disease. From managing CKD and preparing for dialysis to transplant eligibility, weight management, mental health and navigating the healthcare system, each episode aims to inform, encourage and empower.
Whether you are newly diagnosed with CKD, currently on dialysis, waiting for a transplant, supporting a loved one, or working in kidney care, this podcast offers trusted information, lived experience and hope from people who truly understand the journey.
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is produced in partnership with Kidney Care UK and is dedicated to supporting and empowering the kidney community.
Episodes

Monday Sep 12, 2022
Episode 68: Ali’s Living Donor Story
Monday Sep 12, 2022
Monday Sep 12, 2022
Diagnostic Radiographer, Ali Dawson joins Dee Moore to share his inspirational Living Donor Story.
Ali shares about: donating a kidney to his former colleague and mentor, the lessons he has learned and paying it forward through his work as a volunteer ambassador for NHS Blood & Transplant.
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: @diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
Pinterest: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Follow Ali Dawson
Twitter: @AliDawson_
Email: ali@dawsonheath.com
Follow NHS Blood & Transplant:
Website: www.organdonation.nhs.uk
Twitter: NHS Blood & Transplant: @NHSBT
NHS Organ Donation: @NHSOrganDonor
Facebook: www.facebook.com/nhsorgandonor
Instagram: NHS Organ Donation: @nhsorgandonor
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/nhsorgandonation/channels
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Aug 29, 2022
Episode 67: Needling for Beginners
Monday Aug 29, 2022
Monday Aug 29, 2022
Former Haemodialysis Nurse: Katie Fielding, joins Dee Moore for the first in a two part series about Haemodialysis needling.
In part one they discuss:
The needling process - what to expect.
What Patients can do to make the needling process easier.
What Health Professionals need Patients to do to make the needling process easier.
The importance of fistula exercises.
How to manage a Health Professional who doesn’t listen.
Challenges that may arise when needling.
Solutions to the challenges that may arise when needling.
and more!
About Katie Fielding
Katie has worked as a Haemodialysis Nurse for over 22 years.
Katie is currently undertaking a PHD looking at Patient experiences of Needling.
Katie is also training to become an Advanced Clinical Practitioner.
Katie has led on a set of recommendations around needling, which are now the standard for needling practice for Nursing Staff within in the UK.
Katie has been involved in the MAGIC project (Managing Access by Generating Improvement in Cannulation) to help implement the recommendations into practice.
Katie has been involved developing a National competency document to standardise the standard needling practice for Nurses.
For updates & more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: @diaryofakidneyw
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
TikTok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
Pinterest: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Contact Kidney Care UK
Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Tel: 01420 541 424
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
Instagram: @kidneycareuk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Aug 15, 2022
Episode 66: Dr Philippe’s Kidney Warrior Story
Monday Aug 15, 2022
Monday Aug 15, 2022
Neurologist, Dr Philippe Douyon joins Dee Moore to share his inspirational Kidney Warrior story.
Dr Philippe shares about:
Being diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease at 18 years old.
Receiving 2 kidney transplants.
Having a healthy mindset.
Dr Philippe addresses the feelings of mistrust of Communities of Colour towards the Medical Profession.
Advice for men
How he is "paying it forward", through kidney health advocacy and more!
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/diaryofakidneywarrior/
Follow Dr Philippe Douyon
Website: www.inlebrainfitinstitute.com
Email: philippedouyon@gmail.com
Instagram: philippe.md
Facebook: Philippe Douyon, MD
TikTok: @dr.philippedouyon
LinkedIn: Dr. Philippe Douyon
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Aug 01, 2022
Episode 65: Plant Based Diets & Early CKD & Transplants
Monday Aug 01, 2022
Monday Aug 01, 2022
Renal Dieticians: Laura Kyte & Angeline Taylor join Dee Moore tor the first in a two part series about Plant based diets and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Laura & Angeline share about Plant based diets for people in early stages of CKD and people who have received a Kidney transplant.
They discuss:
The definition of a plant based diet.
The benefits of a plant based diet for people in early stages of CKD and people who have received a Kidney transplant.
Is a plant based diet more expensive?
Meat free alternative products.
Transitioning to a plant based diet.
Supplements for a plant based diet.
Plant based recipes.
For updates & more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: @diaryofakidneyw
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
TikTok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
Kidney Kitchen
https://www.kidneycareuk.org/about-kidney-health/living-kidney-disease/kidney-kitchen/
Laura & Angeline's Cookbook
https://www.kidneycareuk.org/about-kidney-health/living-kidney-disease/lifestyle/
Contact Kidney Care UK
Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Tel: 01420 541 424
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
Instagram: @kidneycareuk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Plant based Health Professionals Website
https://plantbasedhealthprofessionals.com/
Plant based eat well guide
https://plantbasedhealthprofessionals.com/wp-content/uploads/Plant-Basted-Eatwell-Guide-A4.pdf
The Vegan Society Supplements
https://www.vegansociety.com/shop/veg-1-supplements
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Jul 18, 2022
Episode 64: Eric’s Kidney Warrior Story
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Cyber Security Analyst, Eric Douglin joins Dee Moore to share his inspirational Kidney Warrior story.
Eric shares about: his diagnosis of end stage renal failure, his journey to accepting his diagnosis, receiving a kidney transplant and paying it forward through kidney health advocacy. Eric shares advice and the lessons he has learned during his Kidney Warrior Journey.
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
Follow Eric Douglin
Website: www.worldclubbasketballtournament.com
Blog: https://imbuiltforthis.blogspot.com/2021/08/my-kidney-transplant-story-i-work-on.html?m=1
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erik.douglin
Twitter: https://twitter.com/EDouglin?t=3Tn56JVSRfMEZ7QRh0jaBg&s=09
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Jul 04, 2022
Episode 63: Holidays & Dialysis: The Freedom to Travel
Monday Jul 04, 2022
Monday Jul 04, 2022
Managing Director of Kidney Care UK Dialysis Freedom & Freedom The Dialysis Holiday Specialist: Laura Gleadell, joins Dee Moore to discuss the travel options available for dialysis patients & their families.
They discuss:
☀️Uk destinations options
☀️International destinations options
☀️European Health Insurance Card
☀️Global Health Insurance Card
☀️Travel Insurance
☀️Top Tips for travel
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
Contact Kidney Care UK Dialysis Freedom - for all UK dialysis away from base - Free support service to all UK patients and UK units,
Website: www.dialysisfreedom.co.uk
Tel: 01509808668,
Email: info@dialysisfreedom.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kidneycareukdialysisfreedom/
Instagram: freedomdialysis
Twitter: @freedomdialysis
Freedom The Dialysis Holiday Specialist - for all abroad dialysis travel
Website: www.holidaydialysis.co.uk,
Tel: 01509815999
Email info@holidaydialysis.co.uk
To apply for financial grants for holidays and short breaks
Visit Kidney Care Uk
Website: https://www.kidneycareuk.org/get-support/holidays-and-respite-breaks/
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Telephone: 01420 541424.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Jun 20, 2022
Episode 62: Chronic Illness Grieving The Self (Part 2)
Monday Jun 20, 2022
Monday Jun 20, 2022
Consultant Clinical Psychologist: Emma Coyne, joins Dee Moore to discuss the grieving process and impact on a person's self-identity when they are diagnosed with a chronic illness.
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
Follow Dr Emma Coyne
Twitter: @em_coyne
If you were affected by any of the issues raised in this episode
Contact Kidney Care UK
Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Tel: 01420 541 424
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
Instagram: @kidneycareuk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Samaritans
Tel: 116 123 (freephone)
jo@samaritans.org
Chris,
Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK
PO Box 90 90 Stirling FK8 2SA
samaritans.org
Samaritans are open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk.
You can visit some Samaritans branches in person.
Samaritans also have a Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).
Childline
Tel: 0800 1111
childline.org.uk
Support for children and young people in the UK, including a free helpline and 1-2-1 online chats with counsellors.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Jun 06, 2022
Episode 61: Chronic Illness: Grieving the self
Monday Jun 06, 2022
Monday Jun 06, 2022
Kidney Health Advocate: Judy Akin, joins Dee Moore for an interview in two parts: In the first part of the interview, Judy shares her kidney warrior story.
In the second part of the interview Dee & Judy discuss the grieving process and impact on a person's self-identity when they are diagnosed with a chronic illness.
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
Follow Judy Akin
Facebook Judy Akin
Facebook Page Judy’s Journey Hawaii
Instagram: @judy.sjourneyhawaii
TikTok Judysjourneyhawaii
If you were affected by any of the issues raised in this episode
Contact Kidney Care UK
Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Tel: 01420 541 424
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
Instagram: @kidneycareuk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Samaritans
Tel: 116 123 (freephone)
jo@samaritans.org
Chris,
Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK
PO Box 90 90 Stirling FK8 2SA
samaritans.org
Samaritans are open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk.
You can visit some Samaritans branches in person.
Samaritans also have a Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).
Childline
Tel: 0800 1111
childline.org.uk
Support for children and young people in the UK, including a free helpline and 1-2-1 online chats with counsellors.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday May 23, 2022
Monday May 23, 2022
In this two part episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, host Dee Moore is joined by Nurse health professional & former kidney cancer specialist nurse, Susan Sireshuk and Head of public affairs & communications, Malcolm Packer for an informative and educational conversation focused on kidney cancer awareness.
Together, they explore:
What kidney cancer is
Common signs and symptoms to be aware of
Why early recognition and timely investigation are important
The role of education and public awareness in improving outcomes
Encouraging people to listen to their bodies and seek medical advice when something doesn’t feel right
This episode is designed to support education and awareness, helping listeners gain a clearer understanding of kidney cancer and why informed conversations matter.
🎧 Listen now, and if you find this episode helpful, please consider sharing it with others.
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Kidney Cancer UK
Address: The Old Granary, Park Farm, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AX
Website: www.kcku.org.uk
General enquiries telephone number: 01223 870008
Free to call Support Line is: 0800 002 9002
To book a free counselling session call free: 0300 102 0101
Facebook
Main Facebook page is: https://www.facebook.com/kidneycanceruk
Closed Facebook groups:
For general patient support: www.facebook.com/groups/kcuksupportgroup
For carers: www.facebook.com/groups/kcukcarers
For surgical patients: www.facebook.com/groups/kcuksurgerysupportgroup
For metastatic patients: www.facebook.com/groups/kcukmetastaticgroup
Instagram: @kidneycanceruk
Twitter: @kidneycanceruk
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.
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Monday May 09, 2022
Episode 59: Chris’ Kidney Warrior Story
Monday May 09, 2022
Monday May 09, 2022
Security Consultant, Chris Hardy, joins Dee Moore to share his inspirational Kidney Warrior story.
Chris shares about: being diagnosed with kidney disease whilst in his 20s, later receiving a kidney transplant, paying it forward by representing Kidney Care Uk in the 2022 London Marathon and the lessons he has learnt along his Kidney Warrior journey.
For updates & more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: @diaryofakidneywarrior Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: @diaryofakidneyw
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/diaryofakidneywarrior
TikTok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Join Kidney Warrior, Dee Moore, as she interviews guests and explores all aspects of Kidney Disease, related Chronic Illnesses & Health.
If you are a Kidney Warrior or the family or friend of a Kidney Warrior who wants to learn more about Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease prevention and be encouraged and uplifted, this is the Kidney Health Podcast for you.









