Supporting Dialysis Patients: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Preparing Your Patient for International Travel

As a healthcare professional, your role in supporting a dialysis patient planning international travel is critical. This guide outlines the key steps to ensure a safe and well-documented trip.

Required Documentation

• Completed Pre-Travel Medical Form (signed by the nephrologist)
• Recent lab results (within 3 months of departure)
• Detailed prescription letter in English and the destination language if possible
• List of current medications with generic names and dosages
• Contact letter from the dialysis center for the destination clinic

Patient Preparation Protocol

1. Confirm medical stability for travel at least 4–6 weeks before departure
2. Review vaccination requirements for the destination country
3. Advise on fluid and dietary management during transit
4. Brief the patient on recognising dialysis-related complications abroad
5. Ensure travel insurance covers dialysis treatment in the destination country

Coordinating with International Dialysis Centers

• Contact the destination clinic in advance to confirm availability
• Share relevant clinical information with the receiving center
• Establish a communication channel for updates during the patient's trip
• Document the coordination in the patient's clinical record

Use the Renal Traveller platform to find and connect with verified dialysis centers worldwide.