patient stories

James

James

"It is important for others to see and know the progress that many of us have made by using the modality of daily home hemodialysis," James says. More »

Janet

Janet

"When you have a problem like this, you are your own solution—you have to wrestle it to the ground and get a grip on it." More »

Joe

Joe

Joe wants others to know that daily home hemo has improved his life "more than 100%." More »

John E.

John E.

"I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks," laughs John, "because I started training to do my own dialysis at the age of 81!" More »

John H.

John H.

For John, PD has been a good choice. "Everyone has different demands on their time, "but from the perspective of lifestyle, PD does not disrupt what you normally do." More »

Joyce

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"I've tried every kind of dialysis there is—even a transplant," says Joyce, "and for me, nocturnal home hemodialysis works better than anything." More »

Judith

Judith

"I have more energy now and I sleep better at night," says Judy. "I enjoy not having to drive three times a week and I have the freedom to do the treatment anytime I want." More »

Judy

Judy

"If I didn't do home dialysis, I probably wouldn't be alive," Judy, 56, says. "Home dialysis has given me a sense of self-control and mastery of my life." More »

Kelly

Kelly

PD is gentle and easier to live with. "It's 7 days a week just like your own kidneys," says Kelly. Best of all, his days are free for work, community events, church, and family. More »

Kelvin

Kelvin

Kelvin says, "If you're active, PD would help you. You've got your freedom. It's not too hard to do, and it's not the end of the world. You can still have a life, and be here to see your babies grow up." More »

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