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Enjoy the flexibility and independence of home dialysis

People who choose home dialysis often feel better, have more energy, and live longer. There are unique benefits to performing treatment at home with Fresenius Kidney Care, such as:

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food iconFewer food restrictions
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travel iconFreedom to travel and work
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Explore your treatment options

A kidney coach can help you explore your home dialysis options and see if it’s a good fit for you. Schedule an appointment to speak with a kidney coach today.

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Home peritoneal dialysis

Peritoneal dialysis, or PD, helps to retain any remaining kidney function and can be done with or without a machine.

  • Is a great way to ease into dialysis because it’s gentler on your body
  • Can be done almost anywhere—at home, at work, and while traveling
  • Gives you all the same benefits as home hemodialysis
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Home hemodialysis

Home hemodialysis is similar to in-center treatment and can be done from the comfort of your home.

  • Uses a small machine that’s portable and easy to manage
  • Lets you choose when to do your treatments—day or night
  • May give you more freedom with your diet, depending on your prescribed plan
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Live life fully with home dialysis

Home dialysis lets you live life on your own terms. Discover how you can enjoy more flexibility, fewer restrictions, and better outcomes. With home dialysis, you have the freedom to schedule treatments around your life, the flexibility to travel, and the energy to spend more quality time with loved ones. Take the first step towards a renewed and independent lifestyle.

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Feel inspired by real-life stories

When it comes to home dialysis, everyone has a unique experience to share. Check out these stories for a glimpse at how home dialysis helps people live fuller, healthier, and more active lives.

From concerned to confident with home dialysis

Paul Sparta and his wife Cheryl were nervous about starting home dialysis—but thanks to the award-winning training program, they’re now confident and happier than ever.
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“So many doors are going to open up to you”

Brian Coleman is a patient care technician (PCT) who knows how to help people on dialysis find their freedom. That’s because he’s on dialysis too.
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“You can thrive and have a full life on dialysis”

Home hemodialysis allows allows Frances Jackson to keep up with work, volunteer hours, and her daughter’s busy schedule. Up next? Traveling!
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“I have the option of doing PD when it works best for me”

Since starting peritoneal dialysis, Rob has more energy and feels healthier than at any other point in his kidney health journey.
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Charting her own course with PD

Sandra Cannon doesn’t let kidney failure hold her back from an active life. Peritoneal dialysis allows her to keep up with her favorite activities—including traveling on cruise ships!
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Meet Mary—traveling the country on PD

“With peritoneal dialysis I’ve gone on road trips to the Midwest. I’ve flown down to the South. I was just in the Hudson Valley last week!”
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The truth about home dialysis

When you’re considering home dialysis, it’s important to make sure you have all the information you need to make the best treatment decision for you. Get the facts about home dialysis before getting started.

1. 2021 Nephro ATU Study