BOB Talk: Beer, Kidneys, and the Science of Staying Healthy

Nephrologist Dr. Ed Welsh explores kidney health, beer’s impact on the body, dialysis options, and advances in transplantation.

Join us at Barn Owl Brewing for an engaging, TED Talk–style talk with Dr. Ed Welsh, a nephrologist with over twenty years of experience practicing in Kelowna and a proud UBC graduate. Dr. Welsh will break down how the kidneys function, how lifestyle choices – including beer consumption – can impact kidney health, and explain the different types of dialysis used to support patients with kidney failure.

In this informal and accessible talk, he will also explore advances in kidney care, including developments in kidney and heart transplantation, offering insight into how treatment has evolved over the years.

Grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy an evening of big ideas and great conversation. Each ticket includes admission and one beverage.