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8 Oct 2024 Influenza Vaccination Keeps Dialysis Patients Out of the Hospital

Hemodialysis patients who skipped the influenza vaccine were significantly more likely to be hospitalized than those who were vaccinated, suggests a three-year study of more than 150,000 kidney dialysis patients being presented today in Chicago at 2016 Kidney Week, the annual meeting of the American Society of Nephrology (ASN).

1 Apr 2024 Delivering Hope

Meet Victor Walton. He's a TruBlu Logistics driver and everyday super hero. Victor delivers much more than life sustaining supplies to Fresenius Medical Care"™s home dialysis patients and their caregivers "“ he delivers hope.

1 Apr 2024 North Carolina Disaster Recovery [Photo Slideshow]

Historic floods in the wake of Hurricane Matthew have devastated numerous communities in North Carolina. The damage is impacting many of our patients, employees and their families.

1 Apr 2024 Home Dialysis: Joe Gotto

Joe Gotto, 90 (+) years old, learned later in life he needed dialysis and he chose to receive his treatments through Fresenius Kidney Careâ€™s home dialysis program in Delaware. Once a month, our patients on home dialysis receive a comprehensive check-up at an FKC home dialysis clinic, just to make sure their therapy is working properly.

30 Nov 2023 The Importance of Employee Wellness Programs in Healthcare

Fresenius Medical Care provides employee wellness programs and benefits to demonstrate the value we place on our most important asset: our people.

20 Nov 2023 Congressman Phil Roe Visits Tennessee Clinic, Discusses Veterans’ Care

Our Kingsport, Tennessee clinic welcomed Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.), on October 9 to tour the facility, meet and observe patients undergoing dialysis treatment and discuss innovative treatments with clinic staff.

16 Nov 2023 Dialysis Center Tours for Elected Officials

We provide dialysis center tours for elected officials to help them understand the legislative impacts for people who require dialysis.

14 Nov 2023 A New Baby and a Dream of Becoming a Nephrology Nurse | FMCNA

Fresenius Medical Care, a leading provider of dialysis services, is proud to share the story of Amanda Conchas during Nephrology Nurses Week.

6 Jun 2023 A Personal Story from Hurricane Matthew

Lumberton, North Carolina " What do you do when your life depends on access to power and water " and you're suddenly cut off from both? End-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients in the path of Hurricane Matthew recently faced this very threat as they braced for torrential rain and powerful winds.

14 Apr 2023 FDA approves Korsuva for Pruritus in Hemodialysis Patients

The FDA has approved Korsuva (difelikefalin) for moderate to severe pruritus associated with chronic kidney disease.

14 Apr 2023 Essentials of Dialysis Water Treatment | CKD

Providing clean, purified water for hemodialysis therapy is critical to driving positive patient outcomes. We talk to the experts about reverse osmosis systems.

14 Apr 2023 Comprehensive Kidney Care Contracting | CKCC Options

The CKCC model incentivizes medical providers to manage the care of individuals with chronic kidney disease and end stage renal disease. Find out how.

14 Apr 2023 Working at Fresenius Medical Care: A Mother-Daughter Bond

Joni Jordan and daughter Rosa Sandoval work in dialysis at Fresenius Kidney Care as an insurance coordinator and dialysis technician, respectively.

14 Apr 2023 Dialysis Patient Reflects and Moves Forward | FMCNA

Fresenius Medical Care, the leading provider of dialysis treatments in North America, salutes Ed Danowski who served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

14 Apr 2023 Life-Sustaining Care After Hurricanes Florence and Michael

Within weeks, two massive hurricanes ravaged parts of Florida, the Carolinas and surrounding areas, breaking weather records. As the nation's second wettest storm of the last 70 years, Hurricane Florence brought massive flooding and high winds on Sept. 14, leaving destruction in its path across the Carolinas.

14 Apr 2023 Three Ways to Combat Burnout During COVID-19 | FMCNA

Combat physician burnout during COVID-19 with these three tips by Felicia Speed.

14 Apr 2023 Nephrology Nurse Inspires His Patients

Fresenius Medical Care, a leading dialysis services provider, shares the inspiring story of Blake Schuchardt during Nephrology Nurses Week

14 Apr 2023 Disaster Relief in the Wake of Hurricane Michael

Learn more about how the Fresenius Kidney Care disaster response team helped support patients and employees after the wake of Hurricane Michael.

14 Apr 2023 Congress Passes Legislation to Help Dialysis Patients

Congress passed the Dialysis Access Improvement Act of 2017, allowing independent quality assurance organizations to issue accreditation. Learn more.

14 Apr 2023 We Stand Together During Hurricane Harvey

Fresenius Medical Care, a leading provider of dialysis services, stands together during Hurricane Harvey disaster relief efforts.

14 Apr 2023 Indianapolis Dreams

More than 300 children from a local Indianapolis Boys & Girls Club came together with 3,000+ Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA) employees when we introduced them to one another in a most unexpected way.

14 Apr 2023 Marine Corps Vet Inspires with Ongoing Commitment to Service

Read Michael's kidney patient story about facing challenges with a Marine mentality, remaining positive, and working hard to improve his health.

14 Apr 2023 Louisiana Disaster Recovery

Aug. 17, 2016 "” Historic floods "“ which some are calling the worst natural disaster in this country since Hurricane Sandy "“ devastated Baton Rouge and southeast Louisiana. The damage is impacting many of our patients, employees and their families.

14 Apr 2023 Capitation of Professional Services: What We Know

Pacific Cardiovascular Associates Medical Group, Inc. and FMCNA have partnered to expand their cardiovascular scope and patient base. Learn more.

14 Apr 2023 Dr. Benjamin Hippen’s Journey to Transplant Medicine with Fresenius Medical Care

Transplant and general nephrologist Dr. Benjamin Hippen discusses his background and path to his current role as SVP, head of transplant medicine.

14 Apr 2023 Excelling Within Integrated Health Plans

Learn about our integrated health plans and services that focus on prevention, primary care, behavioral health, and managing chronic conditions.

14 Apr 2023 Physician Home Dialysis Champions: A Q&A with Dr. Jessica Coleman and Dr. Bijal Patel

Dr. Coleman & Dr. Patel mentor and teach other physicians that are less experienced with home therapies. Discover more in this Q&A.

14 Apr 2023 A Holistic Approach to Ensure Lasting Success: A Q&A with Jessie Newman on Sustainability

A Q&A with our sustainability director, Jessie Newman, on the meaning of sustainability to Fresenius Medical Care, our patients, and the environment.

14 Apr 2023 The Constellation of Measures Reflected in Five-Star and Fresenius Kidney Care Metrics

Emel Hamilton and Scott Ash share how Fresenius Kidney Care is improving its 5 Star Quality Metrics and ratings.

14 Apr 2023 Recycling Sharps Containers Latest Effort to Reduce Impact on Environment

In honor of World Clean Up Day, Fresenius Kidney Care is highlighting its investment in waste reduction through recycling sharps containers. Read more here.

14 Apr 2023 Unwavering Commitment to Patient Safety: A Q&A with Kathleen Belmonte on Achieving 5-Diamond Safety Status

Fresenius Kidney Care Achieves 5-Diamond Status in its Dialysis Centers.

14 Apr 2023 Dialysis PATIENTS Act

The Dialysis Patient Access to Integrated-care, Empowerment, Nephrologists, and Treatment Services (PATIENTS) Demonstration Act, would deliver high-quality, integrated care to patients receiving dialysis for the last stage of kidney failure called end-stage renal disease (ESRD). The bi-partisan proposal would establish an integrated care program where interdisciplinary teams, led by a nephrologist, provide holistic management for all of the patient's healthcare needs.

14 Apr 2023 Cardiovascular Benefits of More Frequent Hemodialysis

Learn how shorter, frequent dialysis visits may positively impact cardiovascular health for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients.

14 Apr 2023 Patients and Nurses Say Transitional Care Units Educate, Empower, and Encourage

Transitional Care Units give new dialysis patients the support and education they need to succeed.

14 Apr 2023 Study Finds Having Family Member with Chronic Kidney Disease Increases Risk

A new study provides valuable insight into the potential role genetic factors play in kidney disease.

14 Apr 2023 Exploring the Root Cause of Secondary Hyperparathyroidism: A Virtual Cinacalcet Trial

To explore alternate ways of increasing cinacalcet adherence, researchers created an innovative virtual trial. Learn more here.

14 Apr 2023 Crucial Need for Kidney Donors Highlighted in Documentary “The Gift of Hope”

Made possible by Fresenius Medical Care North America, NBC Boston's "The Gift of Hope" shows what life is like for those awaiting a kidney transplant.

14 Apr 2023 Our Blue Drum Recycling Program: A Solution to Support Environmental Sustainability

The FMCNA Blue Drum Recycling Program prevented 3.1 million pounds of dialysis center plastic waste from reaching landfills in 2021.

14 Apr 2023 What Is the Value Based Kidney Care Model?

The value based kidney care model is shaping the future of Nephrology by improving CKD and ESRD patient outcomes while reducing the cost of care.

14 Apr 2023 5 Ways Artificial Intelligence (AI) Is Impacting Kidney Disease

Learn how FMCNA is using artificial intelligence to improve care for people on dialysis and people living with CKD and ESRD.

14 Apr 2023 CKD Patient Education | Resources & Tools

Free educational resources for your CKD patients. Help them understand their disease, treatment options, kidney-friendly diets, and more.

14 Apr 2023 Expecting the Unexpected: Managing Dialysis at Home

Home dialysis machines that perform in emergencies are essential for patients. NxStage machines have features to ensure continued treatment when disaster strikes.

14 Apr 2023 The Promise of IT Delivered: Acumen 2.0

Acumen 2.0, developed by FMCNA in collaboration with Epic Systems, is a solution tailored to the needs of individual nephrology practices. Learn more.

14 Apr 2023 How the “Bundle” Has Changed Clinical Care at Fresenius Kidney Care

Dr. Jeffrey Hymes shares how the "Bundle" has provided a stimulus to change clinical algorithms and has enhanced dialysis patient outcomes.

14 Apr 2023 How Transitional Care Units Educate and Prepare Patients New to Dialysis

Fresenius Kidney Care developed Transitional Care Units to support new dialysis patients and help them learn about their treatment options.

14 Apr 2023 ETC & KCC | Understanding Value Based Kidney Care Models

Value based care models for kidney disease patients emphasize care options with lower costs and improved care. Learn about two recent models, ETC and KCC.

14 Apr 2023 The Real-World Effectiveness of Velphoro in Patients on Chronic Dialysis

Fresenius Kidney Care conducted a study on the effectiveness of Velphoro on patients with chronic kidney disease. Read more.

14 Apr 2023 Health Insurance and Kidney Disease

Learn about health insurance coverage options for people with chronic kidney disease, any limitations they have, and how they impact you.

14 Apr 2023 Q&A with Robert Bartlett, MD, a Leader in ECMO Treatment

On February 21, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared Novalung®, a heart and lung support system for the treatment of acute respiratory or cardiopulmonary failure in adults. Novalung is the first extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) system to be cleared for more than six hours of use as extracorporeal life support.

14 Apr 2023 A Patient Care Technician Who Can Relate: Brian Coleman’s Kidney Disease Journey

Baton Rouge patient care technician Brian Coleman loves helping people on dialysis thrive, just like he does.

14 Apr 2023 What Is the AquaA™ Dialysis Water System?

See the benefits of the AquaA dialysis water system's full heat disinfection, added redundancy, and resource-friendly design.

14 Apr 2023 How Predictive Modeling in Healthcare Can Improve Kidney Disease Patient Outcomes

Predictive modeling helps deliver more targeted care in a value based care model.

14 Apr 2023 What is an ESCO?

Learn more about ESRD Seamless Care Organizations, or ESCOs, including the anticipated advantages and eligibility requirements.

14 Apr 2023 Sex Differences in Chronic Kidney Disease

Reasearch shows chronic kidney disease impacts men and women differently. Learn why more women are diagnonsed with CKD and more, here.

14 Apr 2023 Reducing Missed Dialysis Treatments to Improve Outcomes

Fresenius Medical Care shares how missing a dialysis treatment was not an option for patients at one Fresenius Kidney Care clinic in Louisberg, North Carolina.

14 Apr 2023 Quality Management: Solutions That Meet the Challenge

Discover how Fresenius Kidney Care is successfully implementing a multi-faceted approach to patient centered outcomes with a focus on quality management.

14 Apr 2023 A Home Dialysis Nurse’s View on the Evolution of Patient Care

Home dialysis nurse shares why she loves working with home dialysis patients.

14 Apr 2023 COVID-19 Boosters Encouraged for People with Kidney Disease

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) encourages people living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), to get a COVID-19 booster shot to increase antibody levels.

14 Apr 2023 Benefits of Home Hemodialysis

Home Hemodialysis has significant benefits as a patient-centered dialysis treatment. Learn why HHD offers improved patient outcomes and engagement.

14 Apr 2023 New Discoveries in Treatment and Recovery from Acute Kidney Injury: A Q&A with Dr. Frank Maddux

A preliminary analysis of new data from more than 9,000 patients with acute kidney injury receiving outpatient dialysis provides important insights.

14 Apr 2023 Top 5 Innovations for Patients with End Stage Renal Disease

Read about 5 end stage renal disease innovations helping transform the lives of kidney patients.

14 Apr 2023 The New InterWell Health – A Unique Opportunity to Transform Value Based Kidney Care

Fresenius Medical Care announces a three-way merger between Fresenius Health Partners, InterWell Health, and Cricket Health.

14 Apr 2023 Prolonged Intermittent Kidney Replacement Therapy (PIKRT), an Option in the Continuum of Hospital Renal Care

Prolonged Intermittent Kidney Replacement Therapy (PIKRT) is a hybrid dialysis treatment shown to be effective treating kidney failure patients in the ICU.

14 Apr 2023 Benefits of Replacing Your Old Central Dialysis Water System

Upgrade your central dialysis water system with the AquaA from Fresenius Renal Technologies.

14 Apr 2023 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Patient Education

Earlier CKD patient education has numerous benefits, including a reduction in mortality. We provide educational resources to help doctors educate their patients.

14 Apr 2023 Kidney-Friendly Diets | Slowing the Progression of CKD

Sharing educational resources helps patients adhere to a kidney-friendly diet and slow the progression of CKD.

14 Apr 2023 Top 5 Kidney Care Innovations to Watch in 2021

The (FMCNA) Medical Office highlights the top 5 innovations in kidney care to watch for in 2021, potentially transforming the lives of dialysis patients.

14 Apr 2023 Choosing a Dialyzer

Learn more about Fresenius Medical Care dialyzers and how to choose the right dialyzer for your patients.

14 Apr 2023 How Dr. Dinesh Chatoth Found His Passion for Kidney Care

Dr. Dinesh Chatoth decided to pursue nephrology while in his residency for internal medicine. Learn how he is making an impact at Fresenius Kidney Care

14 Apr 2023 Is Oxygen Supply to Vital Organs at the Heart of Kidney Patients’ Disease?

Noted researcher and scholar, Dr. Kotanko discusses how oxygen supply to vital organs could be at the heart of kidney patients' disease.

14 Apr 2023 6 Critical Characteristics of Kidney Replacement Therapy (KRT) Machines During a Crisis

In an emergency, the best KRT machines for hospital patients and staff include features essential to healthcare dialysis units. Here are 6 important features.

14 Apr 2023 Kidney Care Advocates Empower Patients through Education

Danielle Crotsley transitioned to her role as a Kidney Care Advocate after more than nine years as a dialysis nurse.

14 Apr 2023 A Look at Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with Mignon Early

Vice President of DE&I Mignon Early discusses our company's progress as an inclusive workplace.

14 Apr 2023 4 Types of Healthcare Analytics to Use in Your Practice

Learn about the 4 types of healthcare analytics and how to apply them in your practice.

14 Apr 2023 Starting a Career in Nephrology

Nephrology can be a rewarding career path. Learn more about pursuing a career in nephrology and what it takes to provide kidney patients the best care.

14 Apr 2023 The Basics of Continuous Kidney Replacement Therapy (CKRT)

Continuous Kidney Replacement Therapy, is a form of dialysis for critically ill patients with acute kidney injury. Learn about CKRT and the different modalities used.

14 Apr 2023 Revenue Cycle Management

Revenue cycle management (RCM) is the process a healthcare provider uses to track patient service revenue from the time of account creation to the final payment.

14 Apr 2023 Interpreting the Peritoneal Equilibration Test (PET)

Performing a Peritoneal Equilibration Test can help measure peritoneal dialysis treatment efficiency and optimize the PD prescription. Learn more about PET.

14 Apr 2023 How to Help a Patient Succeed at Home Dialysis

Find criteria and tips for helping patients with ESRD have success with home dialysis treatments.

14 Apr 2023 Water Purity in Hemodialysis

Learn why dialysate purity is important and what the benefits of ultrafiltration are.

14 Apr 2023 Common Renal Medications for CKD Patients

Renal medications are an essential component of treating and preventing secondary complications in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).

14 Apr 2023 Medication Adherence and Compliance

Discover how pharmacists can take a lead role in delivering effective patient care services to improve medication adherence and optimize patient outcomes.

14 Apr 2023 Understanding Dialyzer Types

Physicians have a choice of dialyzers when prescribing hemodialysis for CKD patients. Learn more about high flux, low flux and other types of dialyzers.

13 Apr 2023 A New Role in Quality Care: Q&A with Dr. Ahmad Sharif

Get to know Dr. Ahmad Sharif, MD, MPH, the Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Information Officer at Fresenius Medical Care North America.

13 Apr 2023 A New Look at End of Life Care | FMCNA

A pilot program at Fresenius Kidney Care was designed to help clinicians, caregivers, patients, and family members cope with the death of patients. Learn more.

13 Apr 2023 COVID-19 Testing on Face Masks Worn by Dialysis Patients Award

Reducing the spread of COVID-19 by testing dialysis patient face masks, earns Renal Research Institute a KidneyX COVID-19 Kidney Care Challenge award.

13 Apr 2023 Developing a Better Dialyzer: A Conversation with Dr. Robert Kossmann

In this Q&A Dr. Robert Kossmann, Chief Medical Officer for Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA), discusses efforts to develop a new dialyzer and hemodialysis system that aims to prevent clotting and eliminate the need for blood thinners in most patients.

13 Apr 2023 Recruiting, Retaining and Rewarding Nephrology Nurses: A Q&A with Tammie Kear, Ph.D., RN, CNN

An interview with Tammie Kear, Ph.D., R.N., CNN, Fresenius Medical Care nurse and President-elect of the American Nephrology Nurses Association.

13 Apr 2023 Home Dialysis Therapies: A Q&A with Dr. Dinesh Chatoth

Read an interview with Dr. Dinesh Chatoth who is working to support the evolution and growth of home dialysis therapies.

13 Apr 2023 Dedication to Patient Care Drives Nurse to Reduce Clinic Waste

Observing the amount of waste produced at her dialysis center, a dedicated nurse suggested a solution that reduced the use of plastic cups by 5.8 million.

13 Apr 2023 A Comprehensive Program for Disaster Management | FMCNA

Learn more about how the FMCNA Disaster Response Team (DRT) is deployed to work with local teams and ensure continuity of care for all kidney patients.

13 Apr 2023 Piloting Technology to Better Identify Behavioral Health Concerns

An innovative digital screening tool is being piloted in select Fresenius Kidney Care clinics to better identify behavioral health needs of people living with kidney failure.

12 Apr 2023 Prepared to Protect

At Fresenius Medical Care North America, a top priority is to provide outstanding dialysis care to patients "“ no matter what. We back up our commitment with industry-leading emergency preparedness and disaster response.

12 Apr 2023 Clinical Manager Provides Hurricane Maria Relief | FMCNA

Fresenius Medical Care staff volunteered to go to Puerto Rico to relieve those who had been working nonstop to provide lifesaving dialysis treatments.

12 Apr 2023 Employees Rally to Help After Puerto Rico Hurricane | FMCNA

Fresenius Medical Care shares their dedication to helping patients and employees in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Maria.

12 Apr 2023 A Breath of Fresh Air: Q&A with Mark Costanzo about Novalung

Mark Costanzo, President of Fresenius Medical Care North Americaâ€™s Renal Therapies Group, discusses how the companyâ€™s expertise in treating kidney failure is supporting the development of new treatments for acute lung failure as well.

12 Apr 2023 Innovation to Advance Home Therapies and Value Based Care

Learn how we're supporting National Kidney Foundation, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar in his efforts to advace value based care for CKD.

12 Apr 2023 Maintaining Dialysis Service During Disasters FMCNA

We spoke with Bob Loeper, head of disaster preparedness for Fresenius Medical Care North America, as he readies for what might come next.

12 Apr 2023 Dialysis Patients Become Advocates in D.C.

In March 2018, Dialysis Patient Citizens organized a trip for patients to meet representatives in Congress and heighten awareness of kidney disease. Read more.

12 Apr 2023 Former Dialysis Patient Inspires Through Social Work | FMCNA

Milton, a former home patient, is thriving and uses his training as a social worker to support others undergoing life-sustaining dialysis treatment.

12 Apr 2023 Hurricane Irma Disaster Response

12 Apr 2023 New Report Shows Prevalence of Heart Disease | FMCNA

A newly released annual study from the American Heart Association shows the prevalence of heart disease is higher due to new guidelines for high blood pressure.

12 Apr 2023 Enrolling Renal Patients in Clinical Trials | FMCNA

Fresenius speaks with Kurt Mussina, GM of Frenova Renal Research on how providers can overcome the barriers to enrolling renal patients in clinical trials.

12 Apr 2023 Patient Inspires Others to Be Their Best

Fresenius Medical Care works to help inspire patients to be their best during National Diabetes Month.

12 Apr 2023 Examining Pool Testing to Identify Patients with COVID-19

A new model by the Renal Research Institute suggests that pool testing for COVID-19 could offer some advantages. Read more.

12 Apr 2023 Studies Point to Long-Term Adoption of Telehealth | FMCNA

Several new surveys suggest the telehealth trend is likely to continue, with more patients and healthcare providers embracing telehealth than ever before.

12 Apr 2023 Rising Global Temperatures Pose Risk for ESRD Patients | FMCNA

Sweltering heat and rising average temperatures around the globe are posing serious health risks for people living with kidney failure, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Maryland School of Public Health and the Renal Research Institute.

12 Apr 2023 Surprise! You Get a Bike!

Indianapolis, Ind. â€” March 31, 2016 â€” Today approximately 3,000 employees from Fresenius Medical Care North America, the nationâ€™s leading network of dialysis facilities, assembled bicycles as part of the â€œAll Together Better: Team Challengeâ€ event during its 2016 Clinical Managersâ€™ Conference at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

12 Apr 2023 Woman Carries and Delivers a Healthy Baby While in Kidney Failure

Not long ago, many patients, and even doctors, would have considered it an impossible dream, becoming pregnant and delivering a child while in kidney failure and receiving life-sustaining dialysis treatment.

12 Apr 2023 A Brighter Future for Patients with Kidney Failure

Last year, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced the Advancing American Kidney Health Initiative to encourage home dialysis and transplant for people living with kidney failure. As the agency prepares to roll out final payment models under this new program, it will be yet another step toward a paradigm shift in kidney care.

12 Apr 2023 FMCNA Donates New and Gently Used Laptops to Minnesota Based Students

As schools continue remote learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic, FMCNA is helping provide digital equity to students in need.

12 Apr 2023 Patient Takes Control of His Health, Plans for the Future

Fresenius Medical Care shares Michael Torres's story from diabetes to dialysis during National Diabetes Month.

12 Apr 2023 Supporting Those Affected by the California Wildfires

Fresenius Medical Care North America, a leading provider of dialysis care in California, shares disaster response protocol for those impacted by the wildfires.

12 Apr 2023 Flu Season and COVID-19

Learn how Fresenius Medical Care is responding to the flu season amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and why receiving a flu shot is important.

12 Apr 2023 Grandmother’s Dialysis Journey Inspires Clinic Caregiver

Fresenius Medical Care, a leading provider of dialysis, is proud to share the story of Jaci Ince during Nephrology Nurses Week.

12 Apr 2023 Like Mother Like Daughter | FMCNA

Fresenius Medical Care, a leading provider of dialysis treatments, shares the story of Katrina Tamayo and her path to becoming a nephrology nurse.

12 Apr 2023 National Guard Member and Employee Takes Working Remotely to a New Level

Employee and Chief Warrant Officer in the Georgia Army National Guard Russell Radcliffe redefined working remotely during a deployment to Afghanistan.

12 Apr 2023 Renal Research Institute Opens Early Access to New Science on COVID-19 Ahead of Virtual Conference in April

The Renal Research Institute (RRI) is allowing immediate access through online platforms to critical new science regarding COVID-19 and its impact on kidney care.

12 Apr 2023 Disaster Response Teams Tackle Active 2020 Hurricane Season

Learn about the Fresenius Kidney Careâ€™s disaster response team as they tackle the 2020 hurricane season and ensure treatment for dialysis patients.

12 Apr 2023 Nephrology Nurses Overcome Odds to Help Others

This Nephrology Nurses Week, two nurses reflect on their personal journeys and how overcoming challenges has influenced their nursing careers.

12 Apr 2023 Hurricane Harvey Relief: Duck Boats Provide Big Lift

Patients and employees describe our coordinated disaster response efforts in the wake of Hurricane Harvey in Houston.

12 Apr 2023 New Study Strongly Links COVID-19 to Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)

There is mounting evidence that COVID-19 not only damages the lungs, but also the kidneys resulting in emergency dialysis. Read more here.

12 Apr 2023 Partnering to Improve Access to Transplant: A Q&A with Dr. Matthew Cooper and Dr. Ben Hippen

On October 22, 2019, Donate Life America (DLA) and the Fresenius Medical Care Foundation (Foundation) announced a unique partnership, launching a groundbreaking national, universal living donor kidney registry and at home living testing kit.

Increase in Living Donor Transplants Mark Success in the Fresenius Medical Care Foundation’s Partnership with the National Kidney Foundation’s THE BIG ASK: THE BIG GIVE

12 Apr 2023 Increase in Living Donor Transplants Mark Success in the Fresenius Medical Care Foundation’s Partnership with the National Kidney Foundation’s THE BIG ASK: THE BIG GIVE

Living kidney donor transplants increase with The National Kidney Foundation's THE BIG ASK: THE BIG GIVE

12 Apr 2023 World War II Veteran Finds Success with Home Dialysis

Read World War II veteran Charles Everett's home dialysis patient story on how he learned to administer treatments himself.

12 Apr 2023 HHS Says Expanding Value Based Care a Top Priority

Since March, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar placed value based care innovation on the top of his list of priorities. Read more.

12 Apr 2023 The Pivotal Role Data Privacy Plays in Healthcare

A strong foundation in data privacy and security played a pivotal role in allowing FMCNA to continue to provide life-sustaining care to patients during COVID-19.

12 Apr 2023 Using Artificial Intelligence to Predict Patient Outcomes: Q&A with Len Usvyat

An interview with Len Usvyat about the increasing importance of artificial intelligence to deliver new insights that improve outcomes for our patients.

12 Apr 2023 Supporting Our Healthcare Heroes during COVID-19 and Beyond

Learn how our corporate employees are sharing their gratitude for our healthcare heroes through our Helping Our Heroes program.

12 Apr 2023 Five Ways Fresenius Medical Care North America is Reducing its Environmental Impact

As a company, we strive to better the lives of our patients, employees, and the communities we serve through our commitment to the environment. As an industry leader, it is important to live our values and adopt sustainable solutions.

12 Apr 2023 Bioengineered Blood Vessel Aims to Revolutionize Dialysis Access

Dr. Frank MadduxÂ discusses how HUMACYLÂ® could potentially improve vascular access options for hemodialysis patients.

12 Apr 2023 Nephrology Nurse Finds Calling | FMCNA

At age 15, Anne Diroll lay in a hospital bed after being struck by a car at a pedestrian crosswalk in her native South Africa. Severely injured and confined to the bed, Anne was mesmerized by the dedication of her nurses as they bustled around checking her IV fluids, recording her heart rate, and adjusting her bandages.

12 Apr 2023 From Personal Tragedy to Natural Disaster Relief: We CARE

The Fresenius Medical Care CARES Fund provides grants to employees during times of hardship

12 Apr 2023 Rapid Testing of Clinical Interventions | FMCNA

Learn more about how the Fresenius Health Partners Clinical Interventions Lab evaluates and implements new interventions.

12 Apr 2023 Patient Finds Fitness Following Heart Surgery

Read dialysis patient Dan DiSalvo's inspiring story. He credits a quadruple heart bypass operation as the catalyst for his physical fitness regimen.

12 Apr 2023 Regenerative Medicine: Immediate Reality | FMCNA

Learn how regenerative medicine could be used to replace traditional hemodialysis access for ESRD patients.

12 Apr 2023 COVID-19 Antibodies & Vaccine Provide Hope for Patients with CKD

Fresenius Kidney Care has started to administer a new antibody treatment specifically issued as a COVID-19 therapy for people with CKD. Read more here.

12 Apr 2023 Kidney Patients Must Not Be Excluded from Accessing Needed Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic

In various locations in the U.S. and in countries around the world, it has recently come to our attention that both private healthcare organizations and governmental entities may be considering policy that would exclude chronic kidney disease patients with end stage kidney disease from accessing intensive care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

12 Apr 2023 Participating in Clinical Trials | Frenova Renal Research

Donnie King, a renal patient who attends dialysis three times a week at Fresenius Kidney Care in Mississippi, discusses the benefits he receives from participating in clinical trials with Frenova Renal Research. Donnie says his experience has been rewarding and that "It's a great way to give back and make a difference."

12 Apr 2023 Cousins Overcoming Shared Kidney Failure Diagnosis Together

When cousins Maria Pacheco and Elva Atilano learned of their shared kidney failure diagnosis, it only served to help them grow stronger together.

12 Apr 2023 Research Fellowship Fuels Hope of New Treatments for Kidney Disease

Learn more about the Ben J. Lipps Research Fellowship, a program that supports research around kidney disease treatments.

12 Apr 2023 Employee-Inspired Single-Stream Recycling Program

FMCNA continues to invest in sustainable environmental practices. Our dialysis center employees spearheaded a single-stream recycling program to reduce waste.

12 Apr 2023 Bringing a Wider Lens to Our Medical View

Dragonflies can see everything, all the time, all around. They have so many lenses on their head that nothing gets by them. When they see a predator approach, they can react in a fraction of a second. I wish I had the eyes of a dragonfly.

12 Apr 2023 Veteran Employee Uses Military Experience in Unexpected Ways

Russell Rawcliffe is an army veteran employed at FMCNA, using his military experience as part of our disaster reponse team during Hurricane Maria.

12 Apr 2023 It’s Never Been Just a Job for Patient Care Technician John Larsen

Fresenius Medical Care, a leading employer for a patient care technician, shares the story of John Larsen of Fresenius Kidney Care Vigo County.

12 Apr 2023 Supporting Dialysis Patients During A Disaster | FMCNA

Fresenius Medical Care North America shares how Disaster Response teams supported dialysis patients during winter's arctic blasts and California's wildfires.

12 Apr 2023 Current Guidelines for Management of Chronic Kidney Disease and Diabetes

The new guidelines include 12 recommendations for patient care, as well as 48 practice points for clinicians dealing with diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease. Read more here.

12 Apr 2023 Antibiotic Stewardship

Find out how the antibiotic stewardship program is exploring a range of strategies to optimize antibiotic administration for ESRD patients.

12 Apr 2023 Leading Innovation Through Value Based Care

Learn more about how FMCNA has partnered with accountable care organizations to deliver innovative value based care.

12 Apr 2023 Improving Access to Kidney Transplantation for Dialysis Patients with ESRD

Kidney transplant is the ideal treatment for patients with ESRD. Learn more about what is being done to improve patient's access to kidney transplantation.

12 Apr 2023 BioSticker Receives FDA Clearance for Continuous Vital Signs Monitoring

The BioSticker is a body sensor that helps monitor patients with kidney failure and those transitioning to dialysis treatment at home. Read more here.

12 Apr 2023 Partnering with a Renal Pharmacy

Partnerships with renal pharmacies offer innovative support to multidisciplinary healthcare teams and are gaining new attention with promising outcomes.

12 Apr 2023 We Are Proud to Celebrate Nephrology Nurses Week and Its Committed, Compassionate Nurses

Our nurses are special people, providing compassionate care and proactive guidance to be sure patients continue their therapy and thrive.

12 Apr 2023 Fresenius Medical Care Partners with the Boys and Girls Club of America to Deliver Kidney Health Education

Fresenius Medical Care and the BGCA partner to bring kidney education to children nationwide.

12 Apr 2023 Translating Science into Practice: FMCNA is an Ecosystem that Drives Progress

Fresenius Medical Care North America is in the ideal position to drive innovation and translate science into patient care standards. Learn more.

12 Apr 2023 Listening Through Numbers

FMCNA is creating innovative predictive models to improve patient care for dialysis and chronic kidney disease patients. Learn more.

12 Apr 2023 Biomedical and Patient Care Technicians Share the Rewards of Their Work

Our biomedical and patient care technicians make dialysis care possible. They share aspects of their work and relationships that make it rewarding.

12 Apr 2023 Value Based Care and the Evolution of Health Payment Models

Learn how nephrologists are being impacted by value based care and how MIPS and MACRA can help them get reimbursed for their services.

12 Apr 2023 Texas Legislature Supports Emergency Preparedness in Renal Care

Texas Legislature Senate Bill (SB) 1876, offers support to dialysis providers during times of disasters where treatment continuity for patients is threatened.

12 Apr 2023 Fresenius Kidney Care Nurse Tanisha Leonard Champions Professional Development

Our nephrology nurse is continually pursuing personal and professional development and encouraging others to do the same.

12 Apr 2023 This Critical Care Awareness Month, ICU Teams Deserve More Thanks Than Ever

NxStage Critical Care expresses its heartfelt gratitude to ICU teams across the country for the heroism displayed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic

12 Apr 2023 Kemethia Sylvester's Career Growth with Fresenius Kidney Care

The career opportunities to grow within Fresenius Kidney Care are unlimited. Learn how Kemethia Sylvester has advanced over her 10-year career.

12 Apr 2023 Top 4 Reasons to Check Your Kidneys

Learn about the top 4 reasons to ask a doctor to check your kidney function. Help prevent yourself from going undiagnosed with kidney disease.

12 Apr 2023 Researchers Discover 35 Genes Driving Chronic Kidney Disease

Researchers discover 35 kidney genes that predispose people to chronic kidney disease. Read more.

12 Apr 2023 Navigating Care Coordination: A Q&A with Greg Garza

Greg Garza discusses value based care programs, reducing costs, and improving quality care for patients. Read more here.

12 Apr 2023 Why the J.D. Power Certification for Outstanding Customer Service Matters

A Q&A with Veronica Stephens, VP of Customer & Technical Services on what winning the J.D. Power award for Outstanding Customer Service means.

12 Apr 2023 Moving Toward Kidney Supportive Care

Dr. Dugan Maddux shares how kidney supportive care is improving quality of life for ESRD patients. Read more about FMCâ€™s dedication to patient-focused care.

12 Apr 2023 New Distribution Center Will Support Growth of Home Dialysis

FMC celebrated a new distribution center in Knoxville, Tenn., helping ensure the timely delivery of solution to home dialysis patients across the country.

12 Apr 2023 Connecting Patients with Their Health Information

Learn how healthcare consumers are connected with their health information through electronic medical records, patient portals and mobile apps.

12 Apr 2023 Texas Dialysis Center Welcomes Back Patients after Hurricane Harvey

Fresenius Kidney Care in Rockport, Texas welcomed back dialysis patients after being hit by Hurricane Harvey in August 2017. Read more.

12 Apr 2023 Celebrating 25 Years of Patient-Centric Care

Since 1996, Fresenius Medical Care has offered high-quality dialysis products and services. Learn how weâ€™re creating a better future for our patients.

12 Apr 2023 Predictive Tool Aims to Reduce Unnecessary Hospitalizations

A new predictive tool designed specifically to identify dialysis patients most at risk for hospitalization has been embraced by nurses who have come to see it as essential.

12 Apr 2023 A Transformative Leadership Program That Drives Company Culture

Leading with Values is a professional development program in which FMCNA leaders offer guidance, encouragement, and compassion to foster employee growth.

12 Apr 2023 Advancing Medicine by Routinely Offering Clinical Research to Patients

Read more about how Fresenius Medical Care is advancing medicine using clinical trials in renal care..

12 Apr 2023 Providing a Lifeline: The Power of Our Care Team

The Renal Support Network's annual essay contest highlighted how important a good care team is to a patient's well-being.

12 Apr 2023 Leslie Nickeson: Supporting Dialysis Patients for over 30 Years

Leslie Nickeson has been empowering patients on dialysis to support their kidney health since 1990.

12 Apr 2023 Program to Eradicate Hep C from Dialysis Patients Finds Early Success

Discover how Fresenius Kidney Care developed a program using a new hep C treatment, Zepatier, to help cure dialysis patients of hepatitis C.

11 Apr 2023 New Value Based Care Agreement Aimed at Improving Outcomes for People with Late-Stage Kidney Disease

New partnership between Vantage Health Plan and Fresenius Medical Care North America is aimed at slowing the progression of chronic kidney disease.

11 Apr 2023 New capabilities continue to improve home dialysis platform success

Nx2me health platform has been upgraded to support video calling for hemodialysis patients. Patients can now speak directly to a nurse to resolve issues faster.

11 Apr 2023 Humacyte Sends First Shipment of Human Acellular Vessels to Ukraine as Part of Humanitarian Efforts

Humacyte, has committed to supplying Ukrainian surgeons with human acellular vessels (HAVs) to help them treat vascular trauma for soldiers and civilians.

11 Apr 2023 Supporting Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria

In the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, our Disaster Response Team is dedicated to supporting our team in Puerto Rico that operates our 28 clinics. We are working quickly and tirelessly to provide for the approximately 6,000 patients in Puerto Rico who need dialysis to survive, as well as the approximately 1,000 Fresenius Medical Care employees based there.

11 Apr 2023 In Acute Dialysis Care, Emergency Preparedness is Critical

When dialysis emergencies arise, it is important to be prepared. After a water main break impacted Tampa, FL, the NxStage Critical Care team quickly came to the aid of one large area hospital.

11 Apr 2023 Humacyte announces preclinical study results for the use of human acellular vessels in coronary artery bypass grafting

A new study from Humacyte, shows promising results using bioengineered blood vessels to bypass a blocked coronary artery, without blood vessel extraction.

11 Apr 2023 Fresenius Medical Care North America CARES Fund Donates Over $1.5 Million in Grants to Employees

As a result of generous contributions from FMCNA and individual employees to a hardship fund, more than $1.5 million was granted to employees in need in 2020

11 Apr 2023 Choosing a Kidney Replacement Therapy in the COVID-19 Era

KRT versatility can help provide for the needs of both staff and patient in emergency situation for which dialysis resources become a focal point.

11 Apr 2023 Home Dialysis Patient Achieves Dream of Becoming a Mother Through Foster Parenting

Learn how at-home dialysis allowed Maddie Becker to become a foster mother despite the challenges of kidney disease.

11 Apr 2023 New Sitcom Puts Spotlight on Transplant

B Positive, a new CBS sitcom, sheds light on kidney transplants and the experience for both donors and recipients.

11 Apr 2023 A Smoother Start into Dialysis: Q&A with Joe Turk on Transitional Care Units

In this Q&A with Joe Turk, President of FMCNAâ€™s Home and Critical Care Therapies, we discuss how TCUs are providing patients a smoother start into dialysis

11 Apr 2023 5 Lessons Learned About COVID-19 and Kidney Replacement Therapy in the ICU

Recent COVID-19 experiences can serve as a guide and inspiration to help ICUs prepare for the next widespread emergency and those that will follow.

11 Apr 2023 Caring for Dialysis Patients During Pregnancy: Q&A with Dr. Ramy Hanna and Renate Sundelin, MSW

Dr. Ramy Hanna and Renate Sundelin discuss experiences treating pregnant kidney failure patients and recent findings from studies on dialysis and pregnancy.

11 Apr 2023 5 Reasons to Become a Nephrology Clinical Trial Investigator

Learn about the top reasons to become a nephrology clinical trial investigator.

11 Apr 2023 ECMO in the Time of COVID-19

The benefits of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) for patients who test positive for COVID-19, provide an alternative to mechanical ventilation.

11 Apr 2023 Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty Clinical Pathway Summary

Dr. Murat Sor explains the vital role percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) plays in dialysis care. Learn more.

11 Apr 2023 Our Renal Dietitian’s Path to Her Dream Job

Julie Morgan wanted a career that fulfilled her passions for wellness and helping others. She now combines both as a renal dietitian.

11 Apr 2023 Connected Health: Improving Patient Care Through New Technology

Discover how Connected Health technologies increases patient autonomy and engagement, lowers costs and improve outcomes for those with chronic conditions.

11 Apr 2023 National Kidney Foundation Walks Step Up Against Kidney Disease

Learn how thousands of Fresenius employees are making a difference by participating in National Kidney Foundation Walks around the country.

11 Apr 2023 Scalable Safety: 5-Diamond

The 5-Diamond Patient Safety Program is a commitment to patient safety at dialysis facilities. Learn more about Fresenius Kidney Careâ€™s culture of safety.

11 Apr 2023 Top 5 Reasons Home Dialysis is Ready to Take Off

Find out why home dialysis is ready to take off in the U.S. and become the modality of choice for 25 percent of patients with kidney failure by 2022

11 Apr 2023 Patient Celebrates Four Decades Living – and Thriving – on Dialysis

How long can you live on dialysis? Celia Kanter celebrates 40 years of living with dialysis. Read her story and discover how she manages kidney disease.

11 Apr 2023 Fresenius Kidney Care Leads Way in Patient Safety Program for Fourth Straight Year

For the fourth year in a row, Fresenius Kidney Care maintained its 5-Diamond status at 100 percent of its participating facilities in 2019. Read more here.

11 Apr 2023 Understanding ICH CAHPS as a Measure of Health Care Quality

In-Center Hemodialysis Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (ICH CAHPS) is used to measure healthcare quality. Learn more here.

11 Apr 2023 Stay Healthy with Proper Hand Hygiene: Soap Donation for Global Handwashing Day

Learn about our donation of soap and hygeine products through the Clean the World Foundation to celebrate Global Handwashing Day 2020.

11 Apr 2023 F1RST Up®: Accelerating Clinical Trial Start-Up

Learn more about F1RST Up, Frenova Renal Research answer to addressing process enhancements and tackling other clinical trial inefficiencies.

11 Apr 2023 Caring for Caregivers

Learn about the pivotal role caregivers play in supoorting chronic kidney disease and ESRD patients.

11 Apr 2023 How Connected Health Technologies Enhance Patient Care: Q&A with Dr. Jeffrey Hymes

A discussion with Jeffrey L. Hymes, MD, Chief Medical Officer for Fresenius Kidney Care, on the ways connected health technologiesÂ enhance patient care.

11 Apr 2023 Distribution Center Opening Supports Path Forward for Home Dialysis

Fresenius Medical Careâ€™s newest distribution center in Knoxville, TN is supporting the expansion of home dialysis by ensuring supply of PD solutions. Read more.

11 Apr 2023 Reducing Risks of Flu for People with ESRD

FMC researchers found that ESRD patients who skipped the flu shot have an increased chance of hopilization. Learn more.

11 Apr 2023 Patient Writes Book Inspiring Others Living with Kidney Disease

Gloria Stephens was suddenly diagnosed with end stage renal disease at 69. She's now inspiring others with her new book - read her story here.

11 Apr 2023 Recycling Dialysis Machines for a Greener Planet

Fresenius Medical Care North America celebrates Earth Day 2019 by sharing the ways the many parts of life-sustaining dialysis machines are reused and recycled.

11 Apr 2023 Breaking Down Barriers to Kidney Care: A Social Worker’s Story

Learn how social workers help patients interact with their care teams and thrive with chronic kidney disease.

11 Apr 2023 New Insurance Options Become Available for ESRD Patients

The 21st Century Cures Act created new insurance options for end stage renal disease patients now allowed to enroll in Medicare Advantage. Read more.

11 Apr 2023 Katya Cook Fosters Professional Growth for FMCNA Employees

nius Medical Care employee Katya Cook works in the Center for Leadership and Professional Development, helping corporate and clinical employees grow.

11 Apr 2023 From Entry Level to Senior Leadership: Allen Mills Talks about How We Foster Growth

President Allen Mills reflects on his career journey and how Fresenius Medical Care North America fosters employee growth.

11 Apr 2023 Fresenius Medical Care's Nursing Residency Program | Q&A

The Fresenius Medical Care Nephrology Nurse Residency Program first rolled out in 2020. We checked in to see how the program is progressing.â€¯

11 Apr 2023 Help Kids Learn About Good Health with The Kidney Kids

Right now, many people across the country are working remotely, and many of them with young children at home from school. Parents are balancing priorities, including work, teaching their children, and staying healthy.

11 Apr 2023 New Model Aims to Increase Home Dialysis and Kidney Transplants

End stage renal disease treatment choices (ETC) Model to increase the number of patients receiving home dialysis or transplantation.

11 Apr 2023 Earth-Friendly Upgrades: The Sustainable Technology of 2008T BlueStar™ Dialysis Machines and AquaBplus™ Water Treatment Systems

Fresenius Medical Care Renal Technologies shares how technology assessments helped reduce the water and electricity used by dialysis and water purification systems.

11 Apr 2023 Personalized Nephrology

Personalized kidney care is at the forefront of kidney research. Read more from Dr. Len Usvyat on personalized treatment.

11 Apr 2023 Fresenius Medical Care North America Stayed Ahead of the Curve in Vaccine Advocacy

FMCNA continues to work to educate dialysis patients and employees about the importance of the COVID-19 vaccination. See how the results are paying off.

11 Apr 2023 Summer Camp Dream Realized for Kids Living with Kidney Failure

This month, thousands of kids across the country are heading home from the freedom and bliss of summer camp. Many of these kids have medical conditions that may have previously prevented them from attending.

11 Apr 2023 Fresenius Medical Care Foundation Helps ConnectTransplant Patients with Living Donors

THE BIG ASK: THE BIG GIVE is expanding to help provide free trainings for kidney patients looking for kidney donors.

11 Apr 2023 Staff, patients, and volunteers step out at the Charlotte National Kidney Foundation Kidney Walk, raising funds and awareness

Hundreds of walkers gathered on a muggy Saturday morning in Charlotte, NC, sporting kidney disease awareness t-shirts and following behind a giant plush â€˜Sidney the Kidneyâ€™ mascot. Among this crowd, more than 150 employees of Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA) volunteered to participate and raise money for the National Kidney Foundation.

11 Apr 2023 Common Diabetes Medication Slows CKD Progression, Study Finds

In an unexpected discovery, researchers recently determined that a medication commonly used to treat Type 2 diabetes also slows the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD), significantly reducing the risk of developing kidney failure or end stage kidney disease.

11 Apr 2023 Improving Access to Home Dialysis: Q&A with CEOs Bill Valle and Jeff Burbank

Read why FMCNA CEO Bill Valle and NxStage CEO Jeff Burbank brought their companies together to improve access to home dialysis.

11 Apr 2023 Former Body Builder Finds a New Way to Lift Up Community Following Kidney Failure Diagnosis

Susan learned her kidneys failed from polycystic kidney disease and began dialysis, wondering if she'd exercise again. Read her inspiring kidney patient story.

11 Apr 2023 Secondhand Smoke Exposure Increases Kidney Disease Risk, Study Finds

A study shows that exposure to other peopleâ€™s tobacco exhalations can also increase a personâ€™s risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and kidney failure.

11 Apr 2023 Fewer Pills, More Control with Velphoro: A Q&A with Dr. Robert Kossmann

A discussion about phosphate binders with Dr. Robert Kossmann, Chief Medical Officer for Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA), including new research being presented at the 2019 National Kidney Foundation (NKF) Spring Clinical Meetings in Boston.