What are your Options if you need Dialysis- Episode # 1/4

When facing advanced kidney disease (CKD Stage 4 & 5), choosing the right path for dialysis can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we welcome Dr. Somaya Anumudu, Associate Professor of Medicine and Nephrology at Baylor College of Medicine and Director of the Home Dialysis Program. Joining us live while advocating for kidney patients on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., Dr. Anumudu breaks down everything patients and families need to know about starting dialysis. In this episode, we cover: • The 5 stages of Chronic Kidney Disease and when dialysis becomes necessary • How dialysis actually works to remove toxins and excess fluid • Key differences between Hemodialysis (In-Center vs. Home) and Peritoneal Dialysis • The main advantages of needle-free home peritoneal dialysis for flexibility, lifestyle, and blood pressure control 00:00 Dialysis Saves Lives 01:16 Meet Dr Anumudu 05:01 Advocacy on Capitol Hill 06:24 Kidney Disease Stages 07:56 Why Dialysis Is Needed 09:21 Dialysis Types Explained 12:14 Peritoneal Dialysis Benefits Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Instagram:   / homeostasis.theartofbalance   This is not a sponsored video. All opinions shared in this episode are those of the host and the guest. The goal of the Homeostasis Podcast is to bring unbiased, evidence-based medical discussions to the public for education and awareness. Also we do not own music in this video. If you found this podcast helpful, please share it with your friends and subscribe for future episodes!