What Is the Process for In-Center Hemodialysis?
At Innovative Renal Care, we care about you, your health, and your experience with us. You will receive high-quality care in a comfortable, supportive environment when you visit one of our dialysis centers.
While each patient receives a comprehensive and personalized treatment plan, here is a general overview of our process from start to finish
- Scheduling
Most patients can expect to visit our dialysis centers three times per week for three or more hours each time. Depending on the center’s hours and open days, patients typically come in either Monday, Wednesday, and Friday or Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
- Check-in
On the day of your scheduled visit, all patients check in with our front office and enjoy our waiting room amenities until your dialysis chair is ready.
- Vitals
Before each dialysis treatment, our technicians will assess your weight, blood pressure, temperature, and fluid intake to determine how much fluid to remove.
- Setup
After you are escorted to your chair and seated comfortably, a nurse or dialysis technician will inspect and prepare your access site for treatment. Next, they will connect the machine to your access site and begin treatment.
- Treatment
While the hemodialysis machine cleans your blood by pumping it from the access site to the dialyzer, we encourage you to enjoy a nap, hobby, book, or conversation with fellow patients.
- Monitoring
During each treatment session, your nephrologist, nurse, technician, social worker, and registered may visit you to make adjustments that ensure your safety and comfort.
- Post-treatment
Once you’ve completed your dialysis treatment and are disconnected from the hemodialysis machine, your nurse will re-check your vital signs and assess how you are feeling. Once we confirm you are feeling well, you can enjoy your day.
The frequency and duration of your in-center dialysis treatment sessions depend on your unique needs and condition.
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