"My doctor was telling me he didn't think I'd be able to do gymnastics ever again. So to even be here is an accomplishment in itself. And I'm super proud of myself." After clinching gold at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, gymnast Suni Lee faced significant health challenges, being diagnosed with two forms of kidney disease. Despite numerous setbacks, her symptoms are now managed with medication, and Suni will be representing the USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics. We'll be cheering for you, Suni! Read the full story from Today Show: https://lnkd.in/eQzNTT3w #kidneydisease #kidney #2024Olympics #Olympics #OlympicGymnastics #SuniLee #dialysis #FeelGoodFriday
Northwest Kidney Centers
Hospitals and Health Care
SeaTac, Washington 3,968 followers
Patient care. Education. Research.
About us
Northwest Kidney Centers is a not-for-profit, locally managed provider of kidney dialysis, public health education and research into the causes and treatments of chronic kidney disease. Founded in Seattle in 1962, it was the world's first dialysis organization. We operate 20 dialysis clinics in western Washington’s Clallam, King, Pierce and Snohomish counties, provide treatments in local hospitals, and supervise hundreds of home dialysis users. We are the largest dialysis provider in our community, serving 80 percent of the people in our area who need dialysis. Our staff members: best in the business It takes outstanding staff members to provide excellent care. As a team, we: • Extend and enrich thousands of lives by administering more than 268,000 dialysis treatments per year. • Consistently outperform the nation in patient care, with longer life expectancy, better vascular access and less hospitalization for patients. • Our patients’ transplant rate is 6.6 percent, well above the national average of 4.2 percent Our benefits: a complete package When you work for us, you are valued, supported and rewarded in more ways than one. Benefits include: • Paid training • Medical and dental coverage • Life insurance • 401(k) plan • Paid time off Join our team! As the 8th largest dialysis provider in the country, Northwest Kidney Centers regularly welcomes more passionate people to our team. Visit www.nwkidney.org/careers to find out about current opportunities or contact us to inquire about an open position. Email: hr@nwkidney.org Phone: 206-720-3745
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http://www.nwkidney.org
External link for Northwest Kidney Centers
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- SeaTac, Washington
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1962
- Specialties
- chronic kidney disease, dialysis, kidney dialysis, public health education, and kidney research
Locations
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Primary
12901 20th Ave S
SeaTac, Washington 98168, US
Employees at Northwest Kidney Centers
Updates
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Bring a healthy sizzle to your summer grill with our kidney-friendly Marinated Portobello Mushrooms! These hearty mushrooms have a meaty texture that holds up well to grilling, making them a fantastic vegetarian option for your next BBQ. Enjoy! Marinated Portobello Mushrooms: https://lnkd.in/gnfKK76N #kidneydiet #kidneyhealth #lowsalt #lowsodium #grillingrecipes #summerbbq #healthyeats #healthyBBQ #dialysis #kidneydisease #kidneyhealthyrecipe
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This #WellnessWednesday, we're focusing on the link between diabetes, high blood pressure, and kidney disease. These two conditions are the primary causes of chronic kidney disease in our patients. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 3 adults with diabetes and 1 in 5 adults with high blood pressure are at risk of developing kidney disease. Are you at risk for kidney disease? Early diagnosis can slow down or stop further damage. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gMf-V7Q #kidney #kidneydisease #diabetes #prediabetes #hypertension #highbloodpressure #dialysis #ckd #renal #renalhealth #kidneydiseaseawareness
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Join us in making a difference! Our dedicated staff sustains lives every day. Each member of our organization contributes to patients’ health, quality of life, and independence. As the largest dialysis provider in the Puget Sound region, we offer many rewarding career opportunities, including employee scholarships, generous tuition programs, and career growth opportunities. Explore our open positions: https://lnkd.in/duXekHv #hiring #joinourteam #healthcare #healthcarejobs #nursingjobs #dialysistechnician #dialysis #paidtotrain #kidneydisease #kidneycare
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Is a kidney transplant right for you? Join our free class, Next Step Transplant, to learn about the transplant process and preparation, the differences between living and deceased donors, and the waitlist. This class is for kidney disease patients who've attended our Choices class and current dialysis patients interested in exploring transplant options. To register, call 206-292-2771, ext. 1082, or visit https://lnkd.in/dRY6atS. #transplant #dialysis #kidneydisease #kidney #kidneytreatment #ckd #renal #kidneytransplant #organdonation #giftoflife #shareyourspare
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Beth Shanaman, Northwest Kidney Centers' Nutrition and Fitness Manager, was awarded a 2024 Puget Sound Business Journal's Health Care Heroes Award for outstanding contributions to nutritional education and steadfast advocacy for people with kidney disease. In her speech, she emphasized the importance of incorporating patients' cultural preferences and values into their diets. Congratulations, Beth! Thank you for all you do for our patients. "When you start dialysis, you are terrified. And then the dietitian arrives, and you think, oh my gosh, she's going to take away every single thing that I love to eat. I am so proud to lead a team of 26 dietitians who do not do that. They see the patient. They see them for who they are. They meet them where they're at." - Beth Shanaman #dietitian #kidneyhealth #kidneydiet #kidneydiseae #nutritionaleducation #healthcareheros
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You're invited! Northwest Kidney Centers' 2024 Discovery Gala will be held on Saturday, October 26, at Fremont Studios. Join us in raising funds in support of Northwest Kidney Centers patients and their kidney care journeys. Enjoy an incredible evening with a gourmet dinner, live auction, and a fun after-party. Let's party with a purpose! #NKCGala #kidneycare #kidneydisease #dialysis #nonprofit #kidneyresearch #kidney #kidneyfailure #transplant #kidneytransplant #kidneyhealth
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“Inside the operating room, it was an incredible experience being able to show a patient what their new kidney looked like before placing it inside the body.” - Transplant surgeon Satish Nadig, MD, PhD Incredible! For the first time at Northwestern Medicine, surgeons performed a kidney transplant procedure where the patient, 28-year-old John Nicholas, was awake during the entire surgery. Instead of general anesthesia, Nicholas received a spinal anesthesia shot and was discharged less than 24 hours after surgery. Full story: https://lnkd.in/g5XyuVaX #kidneytransplant #organtransplant #organdonation #kidneydisease #shareyourspare #giftoflife #ckd #renal
Northwestern Medicine surgeons perform awake kidney transplant with next day discharge
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For over six decades, care, compassion, and a shared commitment to improving the quality of life for those with kidney disease have been at the heart of Northwest Kidney Centers. Last year, we provided 290,032 dialysis treatments for 2,735 patients, 19.3% of whom dialyze at home with our support. Learn more about who we are: https://lnkd.in/eMRdCqU #kidneydisease #kidneycare #dialysis #ckd #kidneyhealth #transplant #renal #renalhealth #nwkidney #kidneycommunity #homedialysis
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Since 1964, thousands of our patients have used self-dialysis safely and successfully at home. Home dialysis is often more convenient than in-center treatment, allowing for more independence and placing you in full control of your kidney health. If you are able to and wish to dialyze at home, we'll support you every step of the way. Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNZj-ch7 #dialysis #homedialysis #kidney #kidneydisease #ckd #kidneyhealth #nwkidney #renal #renalhealth
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