Perceptions of Home Dialysis Training and Experience Among US Nephrology Fellows (IMAGE)

National Kidney Foundation

Perceptions of Home Dialysis Training and Experience Among US Nephrology Fellows

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Home dialysis education during fellowship training remains an area of concern. Published studies report a lack of trainees' preparedness in home dialysis modalities. Our study assessed nephrology fellows' confidence and clinical experience with these therapies near the completion of their training. We surveyed trainee attendees of three separate home dialysis-focused conferences. Overall, perceived preparedness was moderate for peritoneal dialysis and low for home hemodialysis. The majority reported participation in a continuity clinic and other home dialysis education, but nearly all desired more focused teaching on PD and HHD. In conclusion, this study suggests that redesign of nephrology fellowship training in home dialysis is warranted.

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Gupta et al, AJKD (2020)

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