PATIENT EDUCATION
The kidneys are vital organs that maintain health as they filter toxins, control fluid concentration, acid/base levels, and electrolyte levels. Additionally, kidneys make red blood cells and are maintain bone health by processing vitamin D and calcium levels.
Even slight alterations in kidney function can have profound effects on overall health.
The video above shows one of our doctors answering questions about kidney health.
HELPFUL LINKS FOR KIDNEY HEALTH EDUCATION
Kidney.org – National Kidney Foundation, a major society for all kidney issues with helpful diet, lifestyle information
Kidneysmart.org- Free virtual and in-person classes for any level of kidney disease
UNC Kidney Health Library- Comprehensive kidney health library provided by the University of North Carolina (Dr. Kumar's training center)
Kidneyschool.org – Kidney School, a very helpful website to review kidney disease, dialysis options, and healthy living
Davita.com – Patient Education Provided by DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc.
Niddk.nih.gov– National Institution of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. 800-891-5390
Nkdep.nih.gov – National Kidney Disease Education Program. 866-454-3639
Homedialysis.org – Home Dialysis Central, Information about Home Dialysis Options
Kidneycommunitykitchen.ca – Kidney Community Kitchen, Kidney-Friendly Diet and Recipes
Pkdcure.org – Polycystic Kidney Disease Research and Education, with our partners at Emory University
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PATIENT ADVOCACY
Medicare.gov – Medicare Coverage Information. 800-633-4227
Rsnhope.org – Renal Support Network and Hopeline to connect with other patients. 800-579-1970
Smokefree.gov – Resources to Help Quit Smoking. 800-784-8669
Transplantliving.org – Transplant Living Information for all types of transplants. 888-894-6361
Kidneyfund.org – American Kidney Fund, General Information and Financial Assistance. 800-638-8299
Aakp.org – American Association of Kidney Patients, For people of all stages of Kidney Disease. 800-749-2557
Nimh.nih.gov – National Institution of Mental Health Resources and Information. 866-615-6464
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