Dialysis during holiday travel: Expert advice on what every patient should know

Innovations in healthcare have made dialysis available for people on travel. Although dialysis patients have long been reluctant to travel or set on an extended holiday away from home considering safety and quality concerns, with access to Holiday Dialysis, there is a benefit to seeking in-centre treatment, whether it is a family function or a business trip.

According to Dr Suresh Sankar, Senior Vice President for Clinical Affairs, NephroPlus, Holiday Dialysis is carried out with more emphasis on the safety and comfort of dialysis patients. Like base dialysis, Holiday Dialysis ensures top-quality service with well-trained and highly qualified technicians. Considering the convenience and accessibility, exploring this with  regular dialysis unit is essential before considering other options.

Apart from Holiday Dialysis, patients must prepare a full-fledged plan to travel safely and comfortably. Hence, here are some helpful tips that an individual on dialysis can also consider:Consult your nephrologist, evaluate medical support available at the destination, evaluate medical support available at the destination, choose suitable accommodation and health insurance.