ANNA Gulf Coast #204

06/18/2026

ANNA Members, let’s make a difference together! 🙌
​Join us for a hands-on Volunteer Day at Project C.U.R.E. to give back, connect with fellow members, and support global healthcare efforts.
​📅 When: Saturday, July 25
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 NN
📍 Where: Project C.U.R.E.

​Check out the flyer below for full details and info on how to sign up.

​❓ Got questions? Reach out directly to Jerrica Laguardia or Rochelle Castillo.

RSVP: https://vhub.at/FQRGVP

​See you there! Let’s show the power of ANNA nurses! 💪❤️

06/16/2026

In collaboration with our colleagues from the Alamo City Chapter, we are excited to invite all Gulf Coast Chapter members to the upcoming Summer Seminar at the Coast: Nephrology Update!
Join us on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Corpus Christi for a full day of education, networking, and coastal relaxation. This seminar offers 7.5 CEs, expert-led sessions, great food, door prizes, and the chance to connect with nephrology professionals from across the region.

We would love to see our Gulf Coast members represented and engaged at this annual coastal event.

Early bird deals ends June 25, 2026. Book hotels by July 10, 2026.

06/15/2026

June 2026 ANNA Educational Dinner Program

Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Time: Registration: 6:00 PM
Speaker: 7:00 PM
Location: Navy Blue
2445 Times Blvd
Houston, TX 77005​​
🎯 Topic: CRYSVITA® (burosumab-twza)
Targeted Treatment for Adults With X‑Linked Hypophosphatemia (XLH)
Focus: Adult Nephrology & Endocrinology

🎤 Speaker: Dr. Tina M. Copple, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES, CLS, CCD

Family Nurse Practitioner, Diabetes & Glandular Disease Clinic (San Antonio, TX)
Expertise includes diabetes management, lipid disorders, and bone health
Published and nationally recognized speaker
Awards:
2018 America’s Top 10 Nurse Practitioners
2022 America’s Top 10 Endocrine Nurse Practitioners

✅ Registration
👉 https://portal.pharmethod.com/kyowakirin/register/program/30490

Tip: Use a computer for easier registration. NPI # or SLN # = Your RN license

Vendor: Kyowa Kirin Host: Stan West

💵 Fees:
ANNA Members: Free (bring membership card)
Non-members: $30
Fee waived if you join ANNA onsite and show proof

Excited to see everyone

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06/11/2026

In collaboration with our colleagues from the Alamo City Chapter, we are excited to invite all Gulf Coast Chapter members to the upcoming Summer Seminar at the Coast: Nephrology Update!
Join us on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Corpus Christi for a full day of education, networking, and coastal relaxation. This seminar offers 7.5 CEs, expert-led sessions, great food, door prizes, and the chance to connect with nephrology professionals from across the region.

We would love to see our Gulf Coast members represented and engaged at this annual coastal event.

06/10/2026

June 2026 ANNA Educational Dinner Program

Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Time: Registration: 6:00 PM
Speaker: 7:00 PM
Location: Navy Blue
2445 Times Blvd
Houston, TX 77005​​
🎯 Topic: CRYSVITA® (burosumab-twza)
Targeted Treatment for Adults With X‑Linked Hypophosphatemia (XLH)
Focus: Adult Nephrology & Endocrinology

🎤 Speaker: Dr. Tina M. Copple, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES, CLS, CCD

Family Nurse Practitioner, Diabetes & Glandular Disease Clinic (San Antonio, TX)
Expertise includes diabetes management, lipid disorders, and bone health
Published and nationally recognized speaker
Awards:
2018 America’s Top 10 Nurse Practitioners
2022 America’s Top 10 Endocrine Nurse Practitioners

✅ Registration
👉 https://portal.pharmethod.com/kyowakirin/register/program/30490

Tip: Use a computer for easier registration. NPI # or SLN # = Your RN license

Vendor: Kyowa Kirin Host: Stan West

💵 Fees:
ANNA Members: Free (bring membership card)
Non-members: $30
Fee waived if you join ANNA onsite and show proof

Excited to see everyone! Thank you

05/20/2026

Dear ANNA Gulf Coast Chapter 204,
On behalf of our chapter, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended our May 14, 2026 educational meeting focused on Kerendia. Your presence, engagement, and commitment to advancing nephrology nursing made this event truly meaningful and successful.

We were honored to learn from Dr. Mandayam, whose insightful and evidence-based presentation offered valuable perspectives on reducing cardiovascular risk in patients with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. His expertise helped deepen our understanding of emerging therapeutic approaches and reinforced the critical role nurses play in improving patient outcomes through early intervention, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

We would also like to express our sincere appreciation to our vendor partner, Bayer, for their continued support of nephrology education and for helping make this session possible.

A special thank you goes to our gracious host, Anthony Thompson, whose hospitality and coordination ensured a welcoming and seamless experience for all attendees.

In addition, it was a true joy to celebrate Nurses Week together. This gathering gave us the opportunity not only to enhance our clinical knowledge but also to recognize and honor the dedication, compassion, and hard work of our nursing community. Sharing this time with our members strengthened our connections and reminded us of the important impact we have in the lives of our patients every day.

We are grateful for your continued participation and support of ANNA Gulf Coast Chapter 204. We look forward to seeing you at future meetings and continuing to grow together in knowledge, leadership, and excellence in nephrology nursing practice.

05/10/2026

To all ANNA #204 Gulf Coast Chapter Members, Family, and Friends

We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who joined us last Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Kids' Meals. Thanks to your hard work and dedication, we were able to prepare 1,146 sandwiches for preschool-aged children in our community.

It was truly inspiring to see our community come together-from long-time members to the family and friends who stepped up to help. Your energy made the morning fly by, and your efforts ensure that local children have access to healthy meals this week.

We've also put together a short video with photos from that day so you can see all those sandwiches (and smiling faces!)

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We are so grateful for your time, your hands, and your hearts. We look forward to seeing you at our next service event!

05/10/2026

05/09/2026

The ANNA Gulf Coast Chapter #204 is hosting an educational meeting on May 14, 2026, sponsored by Bayer, featuring Kerendia® (finerenone).
🎤 Speaker:
Dr. Mandayam, Professor and Director of Nephrology
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

We want to thank our gracious hosts for coordinating this event: Sherri Porter and Anthony Thompson!

🫀 This program will focus on reducing cardiovascular risk in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and type 2 diabetes (T2D) and review clinical evidence supporting Kerendia as part of comprehensive patient management.
📍 Mastro’s Steakhouse | Houston
🕕 Registration: 6:00–6:45 PM | 🕖 Program: 7:00 PM
✅ Free registration | ⚠️ Seating limited
📧 RSVP: [email protected]
📞 281‑710‑3840

Gentle reminder:
ANNA member -FREE
Non-ANNA members- $20 cash at the door.

⚠️ Seats are limited—reserve your spot today!
Looking forward to seeing everyone!