Discover the unvarnished truth about kidney dialysis as social worker David Baptist joins us to share his profound insights into the emotional labyrinth faced by patients. In our candid discussion, David peels back the layers of adjustment, los...

Sometimes fate pushes us into the arms of innovation, just when we need it the most. My life's trajectory took an unexpected but fortuitous turn, leading me to Dr. Stanley Jordan's revolutionary study at Cedar Sinai Medical Hospital. In a heart...

When you're handed a diagnosis that turns your life upside down, what's your next move? Fila, our remarkable guest, didn't just face his kidney transplant journey; he took charge of it, becoming a beacon of knowledge and hope. As we delve into ...

What does it take to transform a life marked by gang violence and kidney failure into one of hope and second chances? Our guest Al Fila lays bare his heart in a raw, unrestrained narrative that charts his path from a troubled youth to a man gra...

Water, often termed the essence of life, takes on a life-saving role in the world of dialysis – a truth that resonated deeply with me as my sister courageously navigates her path to a kidney transplant. With Maurice Carlisle and Paul Terry by m...

When a former dialysis industry insider steps away from their calling, torn between the devotion to patient care and the stark reality of corporate healthcare, you know there's a powerful story to be shared. We welcome this courageous guest to ...

Did you know that the choices you make today can significantly alter the course of your kidney health tomorrow? As someone who has witnessed the ebb and flow of kidney function over nearly two decades at a dialysis center, I'm here to take you ...

Maurice, a seasoned dialysis technician, joins us from Ohio to unravel the complexities of dialysis, the lifesaver for those grappling with end-stage renal disease. We promise that by the end of our conversation, you'll have a clearer understan...

When Mr. Jeffrey Butler, alongside his son Jerry and their friend Maurice Carlisle, sat down to reflect on their kidney health journeys, they unearthed a wealth of wisdom and warnings that could save lives. Through their stories of managing dia...

Navigating the healthcare system can be like walking through a maze blindfolded – fraught with unexpected turns and often overwhelming. Yet, we're pulling back the curtain to explore the real stories and challenges that patients and healthcare ...

When Jeffrey Butler stepped back into his garden, shears in hand, ready to cut the grass after months of feeling too weak, it was a moment of triumph over his dialysis struggles—a journey I had the honor to be a part of as his former technician...

When faced with a life-altering diagnosis, the strength and resilience of the human spirit are truly tested. Our latest guest's journey through the intricate dance of Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD) reveals just that—a testamen...

Faced with the stark reality of kidney failure without the safety net of insurance, our guest today shares a gripping tale of survival and resilience that cuts to the core of our healthcare system's shortcomings. The visceral accounts of financ...

Imagine facing a life-altering illness with no insurance to cushion the fall. That is the stark reality our guest courageously navigates as they share their raw and stirring tale of kidney failure. This episode peels back the layers of emotion ...

When Elliott first encountered the rigors of dialysis treatment, he never anticipated the crucial role self-advocacy would play in managing his health. This episode uncovers Elliott's eye-opening experiences and the harsh realities of standardi...

Elliot's journey through end-stage renal failure is not just a story; it's a battle cry for self-advocacy in the healthcare system. Through our intimate conversation, we uncover the layers of emotional resilience required to navigate the comple...

When my friend Elliot Markmen's life was hijacked by kidney disease, he didn't expect the twists and turns that would lead him through the harrowing landscapes of dialysis and onto the hopeful path of transplantation. This episode welcomes Elli...