KILMORE residents who are patients of Northern Health can now access dialysis treatment closer to home.
Kilmore District Health, KDH, has opened a clinic in its main hospital, with four dialysis chairs, while Northern Health’s Broadmeadows dialysis undergoes renovations.
The Northern Health renal service is one of eight renal services in Melbourne, with outpatient services operating at Epping and Craigieburn, and the Broadmeadows service relocating to Kilmore until renovations are complete.
KDH nurse unit manager Lisa Carlyon said the dialysis treatment would benefit patients in Kilmore and surrounding towns.
“This satellite renal dialysis clinic will help those individuals in Kilmore who require treatment, cutting down their travel time and keeping them closer to their homes,” she said.
“Dialysis can be challenging, particularly for those who are new to it, so I’m hopeful that we can help make the process a little more comfortable and accessible for our patients.”
Northern Health chief operating officer Debra Bourne welcomed the new service for Kilmore patients.
“We appreciate the support of staff at KDH and are pleased to be able to provide this dialysis service for our patients in Kilmore, closer to home,” she said.
“This is a great example of how Kilmore District Health and Northern Health continue to build on their partnership to better serve the growing community.”
The dialysis treatment at KDH is expected to run for about 12 months.
