Introduction

CHutchinson

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Introduction

« on: February 27, 2015, 04:53:55 PM »

Hello Everyone,

I discovered the forum a few months back and have been spending some time on it reading through a variety of topics. I've been employed in the dialysis industry for some time as a technician and have a couple of family members who suffer from chronic kidney disease and who have been struggling to accept their condition and the challenges that come with long-term treatment. Although a career in the specialty can be difficult at times, I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to have a positive influence on others and offer support to the people I work with. In addition, my knowledge of the treatment process has been extremely helpful for my family.


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Re: Introduction

« Reply #1 on: February 27, 2015, 05:18:50 PM »

Welcome to IHD, CHutchinson!

What kind of support/advice do you give your family members who have CKD? Are any of them on dialysis yet? I couldn't tell if they have CKD or ESRD.

Which are the biggest challenges that you face in your career as a dialysis tech? For how long have you been a tech? Was there anything in particular that helped you make this particular career choice?

Glad you found us and hope you stay around. We've had many new members who are techs/nurses/nephrologists or are otherwise connected with the industry, but to be honest, they don't stick around for very long. I suspect that when they see dialysis "from the other side of the needles", they just want to escape!!! Can't say that I blame them one bit.


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Re: Introduction

« Reply #2 on: February 28, 2015, 06:57:51 AM »

Thank you for joining. I'm so glad to have you with us. Thank you for all you do. It is hard to lay there for hours on end and it is nice to feel safe enough to fall asleep. Thank you for that.

Welcome - Rerun, Admin.


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« Reply #3 on: February 28, 2015, 12:58:38 PM »

Hello and

tp IHD...

Hope to see you posting often... Sharing experiences is good for everyone whichever end of dialysis you're on...

Darth... Moderator...


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