Nephrology

Dialysis is usually performed until your child receives a kidney transplant. Essentially, dialysis performs the same function as a kidney. Dialysis can be carried out either at home (peritoneal dialysis) or at the hospital (hemodialysis).We provide all modalities of dialysis using the most advanced technology. Our team will help you and your child find the most appropriate treatment modality that both suits the medical condition and maintain the quality of life and daily activities (including schooling) as close to normal as possible.

What to expect during hemodialysis treatments:

• Treatments usually take place three-four times a week for 3 to 4 hours.
• Blood pressure, heart rate, and weight are measured before treatment.
• A catheter (plastic tube) is used to connect your child to the dialysis machine.
• The machine has a filter (kidney) that removes excess fluid and waste from your child’s body.
• Children can read, watch TV, play games, and do their school homework while treatment takes place.

Receiving hemodialysis for the first time can be scary for kids, and they may protest going to their appointments. It is very important that your child understands this treatment is important for their overall health. Our team (specialized nurses, child life specialists, doctors, dietitians, pharmacists and child psychologists) will do everything in its power to make these appointments as convenient and comfortable for your child as possible.

What to expect during peritoneal dialysis treatments:

• Treatments usually take place -using a small peritoneal dialysis machine -every night at home while your child is sleeping
• The dialysis team will teach you and ensure you have all what is needed to perform the treatment safely at home.
• A catheter (plastic tube) is used to connect your child to the dialysis machine.
• The machine will be programmed by our team to take the excess fluid and waste from your child’s body. In the morning, you will help disconnect your child from the machine and get him/ her ready to go to school.

Pediatric Hypertension:

High blood pressure affects 3% of children and as many as 30% of obese children may have elevated blood pressure.

Many conditions may lead to high blood pressure in children and adolescents; conditions range from anxiety, pain, obesity to more serious conditions related to kidney other body organ diseases. Our team is specialized in finding the reason of your child’s high blood pressure and providing the needed dietary, lifestyle modifications and medications (if needed) to control it.