Patient Guide to Giving Antibiotics in Peritoneal Dialysis
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The Royal Melbourne Hospital provides a number of ways for patients to receive dialysis.
You need a referral from your GP or medical practitioner to access this service.
Your GP will fax your referral to the hospital. Once we receive the referral, we will send you a letter.
If there is a waiting list, you'll be advised what to do in your letter.
Referrals are current for 12 months from the date of issue, unless it is specified as "indefinite". Keep a copy of your referral, so you can easily ask your GP to renew your referral if you need to.
Dialysis | City Campus | Outpatients, Level 1 South East | THU | |
Home Dialysis | Royal Park Campus | Ground floor, Building 22 | WED |
Every time you come to hospital for a test, day procedure, surgery or treatment, you should bring:
If you come for a clinic appointment, you should also bring:
If you are coming in for dialysis:
If you have diabetes, you should also bring:
In a medical emergency, call 000. If you are feeling unwell, see your local GP or go to your local hospital Emergency department for help.