A diagnosis of any kind, including chronic kidney disease, doesn’t come with a manual on how to be a patient. Many patients often feel overwhelmed by their diagnosis and somewhat powerless in their treatment. At Cincinnati Home Dialysis, we believe it is imperative that our patients take an active role in their care. There are several things you can do to become an advocate for your health.

As National Kidney Month comes to a close, we’re reminded that taking good care of your kidneys is a daily commitment throughout the year. Your kidneys play a key role in some of your body’s most vital functions, like filtering waste. That’s why we at Cincinnati Home Dialysis strongly encourage our community to take steps now to prevent kidney decline and the onset of kidney disease. This is all the more important if you are at risk for kidney disease.

Here are four ways you can show some love to your kidneys today and every day:

February is American Heart Month. This month is all about raising heart heath awareness and adopting healthy behaviors. As a home dialysis patient, maintaining your heart health is critically important: heart disease is a leading cause of death for those with kidney failure. Even if you’ve already been diagnosed with heart disease, practicing heart healthy behaviors could prevent your condition from getting worse.

As a home dialysis patient, you know the power of living life on your terms. Performing your own treatments can feel empowering – just like tackling these kidney health goals.

From all of us at Cincinnati Home Dialysis – our team, our patients, and our community – we hope you join us at Fountain Square on Sunday, May 20^th for the 2018 Cincinnati Kidney Walk!

The Kidney Walk is a rain or shine event organized by the National Kidney Foundation. Your participation in the event allows this organization to continue supporting those affected by kidney disease, from kidney donors, recipients, and families. Participants can earn prizes for raising money like a t-shirt, beach tote, fleece jacket, and personalized support from the Kidney Walk staff. The Cincinnati Kidney Walk’s fundraising goal is $130,000.

This year’s walk is expected to bring over 3,000 participants to downtown Cincinnati. There will be two routes from Fountain Square for walkers, one short (about 30 minutes) and one long (about an hour and 15 minutes). Registration for the event begins at 8:30 a.m., kickoff programming at 9:20 a.m., and walking at 10 a.m. You’ll find our Cincinnati Home Dialysis team at an exhibitor booth on the Square.

For more information about the walking routes, parking, and registration, visit the Cincinnati Kidney Walk event page. Follow along with other nationwide Kidney Walks on social media with #kidneywalk.

We hope to see you there!

Cincinnati Home Dialysis nephrologist Dr. Arshdeep Tindni has once again been named one of the top doctors in the tristate by Cincinnati Magazine.

This coveted designation is earned by gaining at least seven votes from other licensed Cincinnati-area physicians, who nominate the winners by determining what medical professional they would refer to a friend or family member or go to for their own healthcare needs. The 2018 Top Doctors in Cincinnati list honors 768 physicians.

To learn more about Dr. Tindni, visit our care team page.

Pools are opening, the peonies are blooming, and sleeves are getting shorter – warm weather is on its way! Here at Cincinnati Home Dialysis, we love getting outside to enjoy the summer months.

But some days, those hot and humid afternoons when temperatures are stretching into the upper 90s can be a lot for anyone to handle. Dialysis patients are especially susceptible to the stresses of high temperatures and poor air quality. Staying hydrated is important, but drinking too many fluids can also be harmful. That’s why it is important for dialysis patients to be in the know about summer weather forecasts and how to stay safe during the warmer months.

Our very own Dr. Arshdeep Tindni has been named one of the top nephrologists in Cincinnati. The annual Cincinnati Top Doctors List was published this month by Cincinnati Magazine.

To be honored as a top doctor in Cincinnati, each awardee must receive at least 6 votes from their peers. Over 5,000 physicians, both M.D.s and D.Os, were asked whom they would look to if they, a family member, or friend needed medical attention. 892 physicians in 50 specialties were represented in this year’s list.

Dr. Tindni is board certified in both nephrology and internal medicine and holds medical licenses in Ohio and Indiana. His research on chronic kidney disease, hypertension, ESRD, and preventative medicine has been published in leading medical journals. Most of all, he enjoys helping patients do dialysis on their own terms at Cincinnati Home Dialysis.

The Top Doctors List is well-regarded by Cincinnati residents as an authoritative source for finding and choosing new healthcare providers. Congratulations, Dr. Tindni, on this incredible accomplishment!

To learn more about Dr. Tindni, visit our care team page.

With Easter approaching in just a few weeks, many in the Cincinnati area observe Lent or simply enjoy participating in local fish fry events. For dialysis patients, maintaining a kidney-friendly diet during this season can pose a challenge.

Every home dialysis patient’s dietary needs are different, so it’s important to consult with your dietitian and care team before making adjustments to your eating habits. Generally, dialysis patients are advised to avoid foods with sodium, including fried foods, which can cause fluid to build up in your body and raise your blood pressure.

But that doesn’t mean you cannot participate in meatless Fridays or even your local fish fry.

The National Kidney Foundation’s Kidney Walk brings thousands of people together in cities across the country to celebrate life. Some of these walkers have kidney disease. Others walk to support a friend, loved one, or co-worker with the disease. But all share a determination to end kidney disease.

The Kidney Walk is intended to raise awareness of kidney disease and funds to support programs that are saving lives, helping families, and preventing the disease.

These National Kidney Foundation programs include free kidney health screenings, chronic kidney disease telephone support lines, and educational resources, among others.

As avid supporters for kidney health and our patients, our team at Cincinnati Home Dialysis invites you to join us for the Cincinnati Kidney Walk this spring. Walkers will meet at Fountain Square on May 21, 2017 for a non-competitive march around the city.

There is no cost to register for the event, but all participants are encouraged to fund-raise. Dollars raised at this event directly impact millions of Americans each year. Participants can use the Kidney Walk’s online tool for requesting donations, tracking fundraising efforts, and sending out thank you’s.

Ready to start fundraising? Join our team Cincinnati Home Dialysis on the Kidney Walk’s website. We hope to see you at Fountain Square this May!