The Renal Revolution Blog
Wednesday, October 17, 2012 - 11:49 by jburbank
Almost 15 years ago, I and a small team of talented and passionate people began creating the technology that provided the foundation for NxStage's growth. Together, we invented the System One - the only truly portable home hemodialysis machine cleared for home use by the FDA.
Thursday, October 11, 2012 - 12:25 by lindaupchurch
Earlier this week, I was excited to join dialyzers, care partners, physicians, nurses, and other renal professionals from across the country in Baltimore, MD for the Home Dialyzors United third annual conference and meetup. While we were there, we talked about the benefits of home hemodialysis and what members of the renal community can do to raise awareness and increase access to this amazing therapy.
Friday, October 5, 2012 - 13:46 by joeturk
Take a look at the just-published review, "How to Overcome Barriers and Establish a Successful Home HD Program" in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. I believe this marks the start of a turning point in how the nephrology community thinks about its obligation to endorse home hemodialysis and increase access.
Monday, October 1, 2012 - 16:22 by joeturk
This old adage is no truer or more fitting than for patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD) or kidney failure. At NxStage, we are committed to educating patients and the entire renal care community about the benefits of more frequent daily home hemodialysis—to give more patients access not only to our life changing therapy but also to the power of choice and engagement in their own health care. This is our mission.
Monday, October 1, 2012 - 10:38 by nbaker
"Three days of biking, wrapped by four nights camping in the hills of northern Iowa all to raise awareness about kidney disease…what’s not to love!" This September, I participated in Tour DaVita, an annual bike ride to create awareness about kidney disease. They call it the “Ride of a Lifetime,” and I can vouch for that.