A full team of medical professionals works together to help you and your family adjust to the changes dialysis can bring. Most have been here an average of 10 years and have a wealth of knowledge and expertise. The Kidney Center is the only dialysis facility in the area with physicians on-site at almost all times. Individual televisions, books and games, personal lockers and free parking near the front door are some of the many amenities in our new location. Many patients prefer the convenience of dialysis at home.
Patients return monthly for follow-up visits.
You will need a friend or family member to assist you at home. Peritoneal Dialysis - Provides continuous cleansing of the blood through the peritoneal membrane in the abdomen. Exchanges can be made three or four times a day, or at night while you sleep. Outpatient Clinic Many of the tests and procedures kidney patients need can be provided conveniently on an outpatient basis at the Kidney Center's Nephrology Clinic. Transplant Services Kidney and pancreas transplants are provided through the Transplant Service at the UVa.