Mr. Pesh Patel

Founder, A Kidney Life, Louisiana, United States

Dr. Pesh Patel is the founder of A Kidney Life, an advocacy and education initiative dedicated to raising awareness about Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), dialysis, and organ transplantation. With a unique journey from a successful career in hospitality and real estate to becoming a powerful voice in the kidney health community, Dr. Patel brings a lived experience that bridges clinical insight with patient advocacy. Diagnosed with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) in 2017, Dr. Patel underwent dialysis for 15 months before receiving a life-saving kidney transplant in August 2018. His transformative health journey inspired the launch of A Kidney Life in October 2023 — a weekly newsletter and platform focused on education, mental health, and holistic wellness for those affected by kidney disease and transplantation. In addition to his role as a thought leader, Dr. Patel serves on the Board of Directors of the National Kidney Foundation of Louisiana, multiple advisory boards for the National Kidney Foundation, and is an Ambassador for the American Kidney Fund. He actively volunteers with the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency (LOPA) and collaborates with pharmaceutical and healthcare organizations in the kidney and transplant space. Through advocacy, storytelling, and community engagement, Dr. Patel is dedicated to empowering patients, educating professionals, and transforming the future of kidney care.