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The novel coronavirus obviously has devastating effects on the lungs, but other, less immediately visible attacks occur — notably to the kidneys. Dr. Steven Fishbane (a nephrologist) and his colleagues have just published their findings based on a survey of some 5500 patients with COVID-19 admitted to a metropolitan New York health system. Acute kidney injury developed in about one third of the group, and it was very common (almost 90%) among those requiring mechanical ventilation. But beyond these clinical features, I wanted to ask Dr. Fishbane about how he and his staff prepared for the viral onslaught, and especially what lessons he takes from the experience. Running time: 21 minutes Links: Kidney International study Other interviews in this series on COVID-19 Dr. Anthony Fauci Dr. Susan Sadoughi Dr. Matthew Young Dr. Julian Flores Dr. Kristi Koenig Dr. Renee Salas Drs. Andre Sofair and William Chavey Dr. Comilla Sasson Dr. John Jernigan Dr. Ivan Hung TRANSCRIPT Joe Elia: You’re listening to Clinical Con