What is Renal Replacement Therapy? #lecturio #usmle

► THIS VIDEO will provide a comprehensive understanding of Renal Replacement Therapy (RRT), a critical treatment for patients with end-stage renal disease. We delve into what RRT is, its importance in the management of kidney failure, and the different types it encompasses, including hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and kidney transplantation. The video also highlights key indicators for when RRT is required, such as specific glomerular filtration rate (GFR) thresholds. This in-depth guide is tailored to provide medical students with a clear and concise understanding of RRT, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future roles in patient care.

► THE PROF 👩‍⚕️
Dr. Sussman is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center. She completed her medical schooling at the University of Arizona and her Internal Medicine/Chief Residency training at the University of Washington. She subsequently pursued a Nephrology Clinical and Research Fellowship at the University of Washington. Dr. Sussman was recruited back to the University of Arizona in 2009 and has served as a clinician educator with a strong emphasis in medical student education. Dr. Sussman maintains an active interest in Glomerulonephritis and innovative teaching methodologies in medical education. She additionally serves as the Medical Director of Sahaurita DCI Desert Dialysis unit and has developed and is the Clinical Director of the nocturnal in-center dialysis program at DCI South Tucson. 🩺

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