About Dialysis

Not long ago, dialysis treatment (performing the failed kidney's function of cleansing the blood) would be a time-consuming chore that left a patient feeling weak and feeble. But medical advances today have shortened dialysis sessions and medication has vastly improved a patient's health.

When treating a patient with renal failure using the Hemodialysis technique, patients receive treatment by a kidney machine. The machine replaces the kidney's process of filtering wastes and excreting fluids by using the bloodstream's own natural pressure. Under the supervision of a qualified professional, they learn how to connect to the machine two or three times a week, for 3-5 hours per session. Outside of the dialysis session, the patient is fully mobile and capable of living a normal life.

Frequently dialysis is a lifesaver. And for many, because dialysis removes excess waste and fluids, patients often feel better after treatment.

To learn about dialysis treatment at Hamilton Park, click here.