Dialysis (Renal)
The San Renal Dialysis Unit opened in 1983. The unit operates Monday to Saturday with flexible appointment times allocated to suit our patients’ needs. As a part of an acute care hospital, the Renal Dialysis Unit has 24/7 specialist renal physician cover, and gives patients convenient access to essential clinical services such as radiology, pathology and pharmacy, as well as ancillary services including social workers, dietitians, physiotherapists and onsite Podiatrist service. Emergency care access is also provided 24 hours / 7 days a week. The San is well known for our wholistic care, and our spiritual care services are also available.
Features and benefits
- Expert nurses
- Friendly, happy staff and high patient satisfaction
- New dialysis machines offering the latest technology
- Free access to TV, Wireless Internet, Foxtel, and car parking
- Disabled access
- No Gaps for dialysis, pathology and renal physician fees
- Spacious unit with pleasant outlook
- Comfortable, fully electric recliner chairs
- Personalised meals included in admission
- Carers support with annual forums and education provided
- Winner of the San ‘Clinical Excellence’ award in 2008, 2009, 2010
- Finalist in national APHA team excellence award in 2011
- Participant in ongoing research in renal disease
- Low infection rates
Facilities
The following machines and facilities are available at the San Renal Dialysis unit.
Machines: Fresenius
Haemocontrol and HDF: Low and High Flux
Beds: No
Chairs: Yes
Contacts & Bookings
Fax (02) 9480 9166
Location
Renal Dialysis Unit, Level 3 of the Tulloch Building
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Accommodation
The San offers accommodation for Australian and international visitors at Jacaranda Lodge, which is located within the hospital grounds.