In the Sandra & Steven Mintz Nephrology Centre, Edgar Iwaz prepares for peritoneal dialysis, assisted by Nurse Ersie Alexandre.
Feature articlesFebruary 2026

Nursing support is enabling more patients with kidney failure to clean their blood at home

Patients who have difficulty performing the procedure by themselves at home can receive support from a visiting nurse.

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In the new Sandra and Steven Mintz Nephrology Centre, Steve Kakavas receives treatment from Nurse Vashti Kissoon (right), with assistance from his wife, Eugenia, a JGH volunteer.
NewsOctober 2016

New hemodialysis unit replaces “antiquated” facilities

A large, modern and unified hemodialysis unit swings into operation at the Jewish General Hospital this fall, replacing the pair of cramped and outdated facilities that patients and staff have endured for years.

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