Runner Gaby Kalra has given a generous boost to the Donal O’Donoghue Renal Research Centre by completing the prestigious Rome Marathon.
In an amazing effort, she completed her first marathon in 3 hours and 56 minutes, raising around £1,700 for research at the centre, which honours the legacy of Professor Donal O’Donoghue.
Prof O’Donoghue, the first national clinical director for kidney care and former president of the UK Kidney Association, died in January 2021. For nearly 30 years at Salford Royal, he championed kidney patients, modernised care, and supported world-leading research. His dedication to improving diagnosis, care and treatment for kidney patients now continues at the centre, which is led by his long-time colleague Prof Phil Kalra, Gaby’s father.