Hemodialysis - Restoring Kidney Health

Restoring Kidney Health: Lifesaving Hemodialysis Services

The Sankara Healthcare Foundation, in collaboration with our partner hospitals—HMHS Nanganallur, Hindu Mission Trichy, and Sankara Multispecialty Hospital—is dedicated to offering critical hemodialysis services to patients suffering from chronic kidney disease. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for those affected by renal failure, especially in communities with limited access to essential medical treatments.

The Growing Need for Hemodialysis

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a significant health concern, exacerbated by the rising prevalence of diabetes. In Chennai alone, diabetes rates have increased tenfold over the past four decades. Approximately one-third of patients with type I diabetes develop diabetic nephropathy within 15 years, leading to CKD and, ultimately, renal failure. Studies indicate that the incidence of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) in Bhopal is approximately 151 per million population, highlighting the urgent need for accessible hemodialysis services.

Our Hemodialysis Program

Hemodialysis is a lifesaving procedure that filters toxins and excess fluids from the blood when the kidneys can no longer perform these functions. Currently, our partner hospitals are equipped with the following resources:

• HMHS Nanganallur: 3 hemodialysis machines
• Hindu Mission Trichy: 6 hemodialysis machines

These units operate under tight schedules, managing approximately 50 new cases each week and around 200 new cases monthly. To meet the growing demand and provide timely care, there is an urgent need to expand our facilities and increase the number of available machines.

How You Can Help

Expanding our hemodialysis services requires significant financial support. The average cost per hemodialysis session is approximately $100. Your generous donation to the Sankara Healthcare Foundation can make a profound impact by:

• Funding Additional Hemodialysis Machines: Increasing our capacity to treat more patients.
• Subsidizing Treatment Costs: Making life-saving procedures affordable for underprivileged patients.
• Enhancing Facility Infrastructure: Ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for treatments.