IROC Network News & Updates
Get To Know Lindsey deMaintenon
You’ve already heard the exciting news that Lindsey deMaintenon, MBA has stepped into the role of executive director at IROC. Now, we’d like to give you an opportunity to learn more about Lindsey—her background, her passion for building partnerships, and her vision for IROC.
Two Profound Losses in Our IROC Community
IROC mourns the heartbreaking loss of Corey Streat and Jens Goebel. We extend our deepest sympathies to their families and honor their legacies by continuing our mission to serve children and young adults with kidney disease.
Updated April 16, 2026:
To honor Dr. Jens Goebel’s life and contributions to pediatric nephrology, a formal obituary was published in Pediatric Transplantation. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/petr.70309
Meet IROC's New Executive Director
IROC is pleased to welcome Lindsey deMaintenon, MBA, as the new executive director of IROC!
2025-26 U.S. News & World Report | Best Children's Hospitals for Nephrology
Did you know that the U.S. News & World Report recognizes participation in IROC in its ranking of the country's best medical centers and programs? 7 of the top 10 hospitals for nephrology are in IROC's network!
IROC Seeking Executive Business Development Director
The Improving Renal Outcomes Collaborative (IROC) is seeking an Executive Business Development Director to lead the learning health network.
Hive Networks Acquired by Vora Ventures
We are happy to share that Hive Networks, a key partner of the Improving Renal Outcomes Collaborative (IROC), has been acquired by Vora Ventures. This acquisition will enhance Hive's ability to transform care for rare and chronic disease communities through Learning Health Networks (LHNs).
Empowering Pediatric Kidney Patients: Dr. Christofferson's Insights on Mental Health
Dr. Christofferson, a pediatric psychologist, shared her invaluable insights on the mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents with chronic kidney disease and those who have undergone kidney transplants.