Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a treatment for kidney failure patients, which allows dialysis to occur inside the body by infusing fluid into the abdomen. Most patients who choose PD perform their own treatments at home or at their workplace. Find out more about peritoneal dialysis and how it works.

Dr. Domoto is a distinguished DaVita nephrologist, a lawyer and now guest author for DaVita.com. He explains the importance of staying on dialysis for the full treatment time. His easy-to-understand writing style has a lot of helpful information.

Taking a vacation can be a great way to relax the body and refresh the soul. Don’t let dialysis be an excuse for staying home. Plan ahead, follow these helpful tips and have a great vacation.

Many people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) say exercise was the key to helping them feel “normal” again after they began dialysis. Learn how exercise can help people with kidney disease feel better physically and more in control of their lives emotionally.

Quality of life means something different to everyone. When faced with chronic kidney disease and life on dialysis, some people fear their lives, as they know it, will come to an end. DaVita social worker, Dana VonAustin, LCSW, provides tips on how to maintain a quality of life on dialysis. Whether you’re a world-class athlete, a hard-working teacher or a devoted grandmother, you know what makes your life worth living. Find out how to keep it that way in between dialysis treatments.