2nd & 3rd AV Fistula Care Workshops – Dual Sessions

📍 Oriana Hospital, Varanasi
📅 April 28, 2024

This workshop was held in Varanasi; the workshop was divided into two meaningful sessions which was one for patients and one for dialysis technicians.

Morning Session: For Patients

The day began with a room full of patients eager to understand their fistula health better. All the patients were provided our Kidney Warrior Tool Kit which included those things that will help them in their care and maintenance of their fistula or graft.

Dr. Himanshu Verma guided them through how to identify sounds from their AV fistula whether it’s continuous, interrupted, or absent and what those sounds mean. Patients opened up about their experiences, allowing the discussion to flow organically. They left feeling more confident in managing their access.

Evening Session: For Dialysis Technicians

The second half of the day was dedicated to skill-building for technicians.

They were trained to handle different types of AV accesses such as fistula which included Brachio-cephalic Fistula (BCF), Radio-cephalic Fistula (RCF) and AV Grafts and learned correct puncture methods.
The session aimed at reducing complications and promoting early recognition of issues, giving technicians practical tools to improve the dialysis care.

Together, these sessions created a 360-degree support model: empowered patients and well-trained providers.

Our AV Fistula Care Workshop is about more than survival—it’s about living well. We teach the importance of exercise, diet, and self-care for AV fistulas, so you can stay healthy and positive. Plus, you’ll connect with others who truly understand and support your journey.