In this first episode of the ESRD series, Dr. Montano and Bernstein discuss how to diagnose kidney failure while Drs. Hart and Aklilu wrestle with the fraught history of using race in the measurement of kidney function. === Outline === Chapter 1: A gradual progression Chapter 2: A history of EGFR through the lens of race Chapter 3: Involving the nephrologist Chapter 4: Medication adjustments and monitoring === Learning Points === The symptoms underlying a progression from CKD to ESR...