Kidney Dialysis

Kidney Dialysis

Living with kidney disease presents unique challenges, but it should not prevent you from leading a full and active life. At the Krown Hospital Dialysis Center, we are more than just a treatment facility; we are a dedicated community of healthcare professionals committed to providing life-sustaining care in a supportive and comfortable environment.

Our mission is to be your trusted partner in managing your health. We combine state-of-the-art dialysis technology with a personalized, compassionate approach, empowering you to not just manage your condition, but to thrive.

Krown Hospital Advantage in Dialysis Care

• A Team of Nephrology Experts: Our center is led by board-certified nephrologists (kidney specialists) and staffed by a dedicated team of highly trained dialysis nurses and technicians who specialize in renal care.

• State-of-the-Art Technology: We utilize the latest generation of dialysis machines, which offer safer, more efficient, and more comfortable treatments. Our advanced water purification system exceeds industry standards to ensure the highest level of patient safety.

• Focus on Patient Comfort & Dignity: Our spacious, modern dialysis suites are designed for your comfort, featuring comfortable reclining chairs, personal entertainment options, and a calm, welcoming atmosphere.

• Comprehensive, Integrated Support: We believe in treating the whole person. Our patients have seamless access to Krown Hospital’s full range of support services, including nutritional counseling, social work, and specialist care for related conditions like diabetes and hypertension.

Our Comprehensive Dialysis Services

We provide a full spectrum of renal replacement therapies tailored to your specific medical needs and lifestyle.

In-Center Hemodialysis

This is the most common form of dialysis, performed in our comfortable and modern center under the constant supervision of our expert medical team.

• Flexible Scheduling: We offer multiple shifts to accommodate your work and life schedule.

• Expert Clinical Monitoring: Our experienced nurses closely monitor your treatment to ensure your safety and comfort.

• Personalized Care Plans: Your nephrologist will design a dialysis prescription tailored specifically to your body’s needs.

Pre-Dialysis & Kidney Disease Management

Our goal is to help you preserve your kidney function for as long as possible.

• CKD Clinic: A specialized clinic for patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) to slow the progression of the disease through medication management, dietary counseling, and lifestyle support.

• Vascular Access Planning: We work proactively with you and our vascular surgeons to plan and prepare the best type of long-term dialysis access (fistula or graft) well before it is needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is hemodialysis and how does it work?
   Hemodialysis is a procedure that cleans your blood outside of your body. Blood is drawn through a specialized access point, filtered through a machine called a dialyzer (artificial kidney), and then safely returned to your body. This process removes waste products and excess fluid.

2. How long does a dialysis treatment session last?
   A typical in-center hemodialysis session lasts about four hours and is performed three times a week. Your doctor will determine the exact duration and frequency that is right for you.

3. Can I still work and travel while on dialysis?
   Yes, many of our patients continue to work and travel. Our team can help you schedule treatments around your work and can coordinate with other dialysis centers to arrange for care when you are traveling.

4. Is dialysis painful?
   The dialysis process itself is not painful. Some patients may experience discomfort when the needles are inserted into their access, but our skilled nurses are experts at making this as gentle as possible. Many patients read, watch TV, or even nap during their treatment.