Know your Options about Dialysis at Home

Consider Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)

Finding out you have chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be overwhelming, and it's normal to have questions:

  • What treatments can I get, and will they work for me?
  • How will this affect my family and friends?
  • Can I still do the things I love?
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You are not alone!

Let’s hear stories from people who are feeling empowered in their kidney care journeys.

"Peritoneal Dialysis was in my opinion, the best option for me at the time, being so young and so active. It gave me the freedom to have my days to do whatever I needed to do…."

Taiylor, former PD patient, Patient Advocate

"I was on dialysis for almost four years"

"Today, my role within the company is a training specialist. ...That's why we're here. Is to, you know, make being on PD easier for you as the patient."

Chris, former PD patient, Senior Training Specialist 

When in-person visits with your healthcare team may not be possible, information is available to help you learn about and make decisions about your chronic kidney disease (CKD) treatment. 

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Already considering Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)?

You might have already heard about peritoneal dialysis (PD) as an option to treat your kidney disease. When it comes to a more flexible treatment to meet your lifestyle needs, then PD may be the choice for you.

Take this short questionnaire to see if PD may be the right option for you.

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Peritoneal dialysis (PD) may be the right treatment for you if you work, study or travel regularly and if it suits your lifestyle and medical and physical condition. Doing peritoneal dialysis (PD) at home increases the flexibility and independence of your life on dialysis. It can save you frequent trips to the hospital or clinic and gives you more freedom to do the activities you love.

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