For Healthcare Professionals | Kidney Talk – Renal Support Network

Most people assume that dialysis is so complex that it should be performed by a trained professional in a clinic or other facility. Dr. Dinesh Chatoth, Associate Chief Medical Officer for Fresenius Kidney Care, details the many benefits of home hemodialysis, such as increased survival rates and fewer restrictions on diet and liquids. Tune in to […] The post Thrive on Home Hemodialysis appeared first on Renal Support Network.

Fabry disease is an uncommon illness that can cause kidney failure. It is a genetic disease, and it affects men and women differently. Although it is rare, it is possible for kidney failure to be the result of undiagnosed Fabry disease. Ravi Thadhani, MD, MPH, Vice Dean, Research and Education Cedars-Sinai, fills us in on […] The post What Researchers Are Learning about Fabry Disease appeared first on Renal Support Network.

Dr. Elaine Kaptein is a nephrologist at USC. She has seen it all when dealing with people who have kidney disease. A common question she gets from patients is, “When should I go to the Emergency Room, and when should I wait?” Dr. Kaptein explains what constitutes an Emergency, and what is essential to bring […] The post Is It a Medical Emergency? appeared first on Renal Support Network.

Being a teenager and dealing with dialysis presents one set of challenges. Transitioning to an adult facility brings different challenges for patients and their family members. Helen Currier, RN, is Director of Renal Care at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, Texas. This topic is a passion of hers. Lori and Helen discuss the issues that […] The post Transitioning Pediatric Patients to an Adult Facility appeared first on Renal Support Network.

Mary Houglum, RN, has been caring for people who have kidney disease for 42 years. She recently retired, and she shares with Lori what she learned from her patients and the advice she would give health care professionals caring for them. Dialysis care “is a long term relationship, and everyone becomes like family,” says Mary. […] The post For the Love of Nursing and Patient Care appeared first on Renal Support Network.