At ChristianaCare, we're committed to giving the best possible care for people with kidney disease. Our experienced team of kidney doctors, also called nephrologists, offers a wide range of services, from managing early-stage kidney disease to advanced treatments like dialysis and kidney transplantation.
Early-Stage Kidney Disease is when your kidneys are starting to have trouble working. You might not feel any different, but it’s important to catch it early to keep you and your kidneys healthy.
The goal of our Early-Stage Kidney Disease Management is to slow kidney damage, prevent new health problems, and help keep you healthy.
End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) is a serious health problem. It means that your kidneys may no longer be able to keep you alive. When your kidneys get to the point where they can no longer remove waste, you may need dialysis or a new kidney.
At ChristianaCare, we help people with ESRD by offering treatments like dialysis and kidney transplants.
Dialysis is a process that filters wastes from the blood when your kidneys can no longer do the job. It is not a cure, but it can help you live longer and feel better.
Our experienced staff will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan. Your kidney doctor will work with you to decide which of the two types of dialysis is best for you:
Dialysis Access is a way for doctors to connect your to a dialysis machine, which cleans your blood when your kidneys can’t. There are a few types of dialysis access depending on which type of dialysis is right for you. You may need a special procedure before starting dialysis. Our team will work with you to get the right access for your needs.
Kidney Transplantation is a surgery to give you a healthy kidney from another person. This new kidney can do the work that your own kidneys can’t do anymore.
If you need a kidney transplant, ChristianaCare's experienced transplant team can help you. We have a program that includes checking if you qualify, helping you while you wait, finding the best match, and taking care of you after your transplant. Learn more about our kidney transplant program .
A nephrologist is a doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of kidney conditions, including chronic kidney disease, dialysis, and kidney transplants.
Together, you and your nephrologist will review your dialysis needs and refer you to the appropriate specialist for the next steps in your care.
Our Center for Surgical Optimization ensures that everyone involved in your care has all the necessary information to support a safe and successful surgery.
The CSO team will review your health history and conduct a health assessment, sharing this information with your surgical team to ensure you're fully prepared for surgery and provide them with the details needed to deliver the best care.
The CSO team will give you comprehensive instructions for the day of surgery and offer educational materials to guide and support your care throughout the entire process.